Bariatric Wheelchair - 26 Inch Seat
Bariatric wheelchairs are larger than standard wheelchairs and can support a greater weight capacity. They are utilized to assist people with medical conditions that affect their mobility and for those who are obese. This sturdy wheelchair has a silver metallic sturdy slide tube frame and detachable swing away extra-large foot plates with tool-free elevating padded leg rests.
Frame
The frame of a bariatric wheelchair is developed to be sturdy enough to support the extra weight of bigger 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 common as they make it simple to transport and keep the chair when not in usage.
Rigid frames have the benefit of not flexing when the wheelchair is being propelled so they are typically much easier to navigate than chairs with a folding frame. bariatric electric wheelchairs for sale can be repaired or adjustable for different seat widths and might have a double cross brace to add strength and stability.
Wheelchairs with a durable frame and a broad seat can be hard to maneuver in tight spaces. If the seat is too broad it can be difficult for the user to reach the hand rims of the wheelchair to move it and it may likewise be more hard to navigate the chair in small areas like narrow corridors or entrances. Wheelchairs with a broad seat can also need more area in the vehicle to be safely carried in the trunk.
Seat
Usually, bariatric wheelchairs are wider than standard wheelchairs and are used to support individuals that are at threat of pressure ulcers due to obesity or other medical conditions. These wheelchairs have a seat that is created to be long lasting and extra broad to ensure the user has great posture while being in the chair. The very best way to determine the correct width of wheelchair seat for a user is to have them sit generally on the ground with a yardstick or determining tape placed throughout their lap at the largest part which is normally around the hips. Add 2 inches to this measurement to permit the using of winter coats.
Footrest
The footrest of a bariatric wheelchair needs to be extremely sturdy in order to take the additional weight of bigger users. The very best method to figure out the proper width is for the user to sit on a strong surface and have their largest part of their thighs measured. This must be done across their lap and ideally with a yardstick instead of a tape measure as this provides a more accurate measurement. Our series of heavy-duty bariatric wheelchairs includes reclining designs with tool-free raising leg rests that are angle adjustable. They can be reduced to hemi-level or completely raised and can also be gotten rid of completely if the user no longer needs them.