Bariatric Wheelchair - 26 Inch Seat
Bariatric wheelchairs are wider than standard wheelchairs and can support a greater weight capacity. They are used to assist people with medical conditions that impact their mobility and for those who are obese. This heavy duty wheelchair has a silver metallic durable slide tube frame and detachable swing away extra-large foot plates with tool-free raising cushioned leg rests.
Frame
The frame of a bariatric wheelchair is developed to be durable sufficient to support the additional weight of larger users. The frame can be made from steel, aluminum or titanium depending on the weight capacity of the chair. The frame can likewise be a rigid or a folding design. Folding frames are the most typical as they make it simple to transport and store the chair when not in use.
Stiff frames have the advantage of not bending when the wheelchair is being propelled so they are normally much easier to navigate than chairs with a folding frame. bariatric self propelled wheelchair can be repaired or adjustable for different seat widths and might have a double cross brace to include strength and stability.
Wheelchairs with a durable frame and a wide seat can be hard to maneuver in tight areas. If the seat is too broad it can be hard for the user to reach the hand rims of the wheelchair to move it and it might also be harder to maneuver the chair in small spaces like narrow hallways or entrances. Wheelchairs with a wide seat can likewise require more space in the vehicle to be safely carried in the trunk.
Seat
Typically, bariatric wheelchairs are wider than basic wheelchairs and are utilized to support individuals that are at danger of pressure ulcers due to weight problems or other medical conditions. These wheelchairs have a seat that is designed to be resilient and additional broad to guarantee the user has excellent posture while being in the chair. The best method to determine the right width of wheelchair seat for a user is to have them sit normally on the ground with a yardstick or determining tape placed across their lap at the largest part which is generally around the hips. Add two inches to this measurement to permit the wearing of winter coats.
Footrest
The footrest of a bariatric wheelchair needs to be extremely tough in order to take the extra weight of larger users. The finest method to figure out the correct width is for the user to rest on a strong surface area and have their largest part of their thighs determined. This must be done across their lap and ideally with a yardstick instead of a tape procedure as this gives a more precise measurement. Our series of sturdy bariatric wheelchairs consists of reclining models with tool-free elevating leg rests that are angle adjustable. They can be decreased to hemi-level or totally elevated and can also be removed entirely if the user no longer needs them.