Bariatric Wheelchair - 26 Inch Seat
Bariatric wheelchairs are broader than standard wheelchairs and can support a greater weight capacity. They are utilized to assist individuals with medical conditions that affect their mobility and for those who are obese. This sturdy wheelchair has a silver metallic heavy-duty slide tube frame and detachable swing away extra-large foot plates with tool-free raising padded leg rests.
Frame
The frame of a bariatric wheelchair is created to be strong enough to support the additional weight of larger users. The frame can be made from steel, aluminum or titanium depending upon the weight capacity of the chair. The frame can also 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 bending when the wheelchair is being propelled so they are generally much easier to navigate than chairs with a folding frame. bariatric wheelchair scale can be repaired or adjustable for various seat widths and might have a double cross brace to add strength and stability.
Wheelchairs with a sturdy frame and a wide seat can be tough to navigate in tight areas. If the seat is too wide it can be challenging for the user to reach the hand rims of the wheelchair to propel it and it might also be more challenging to navigate the chair in small spaces like narrow hallways or entrances. Wheelchairs with a wide seat can likewise need more area in the car to be securely carried in the trunk.
Seat
Usually, bariatric wheelchairs are broader than basic wheelchairs and are utilized to support individuals that are at risk of pressure ulcers due to weight problems or other medical conditions. These wheelchairs have a seat that is developed to be durable and extra wide to make sure the user has excellent posture while being in the chair. The very best method to figure out the proper width of wheelchair seat for a user is to have them sit typically on the ground with a yardstick or measuring tape put throughout their lap at the widest part which is normally around the hips. Include 2 inches to this measurement to permit the using of winter coats.
Footrest
The footrest of a bariatric wheelchair has to be really durable in order to take the additional weight of bigger users. The very best method to figure out the right width is for the user to rest on a solid surface and have their largest part of their thighs determined. This should be done throughout their lap and preferably with a yardstick instead of a tape measure as this gives a more precise measurement. Our series of heavy-duty bariatric wheelchairs includes reclining models with tool-free elevating leg rests that are angle adjustable. They can be decreased to hemi-level or fully raised and can likewise be eliminated entirely if the user no longer needs them.