Bariatric Wheelchair - 26 Inch Seat
Bariatric wheelchairs are broader than standard wheelchairs and can support a greater weight capacity. They are used to help people with medical conditions that affect their mobility and for those who are obese. This strong wheelchair has a silver metal heavy-duty slide tube frame and removable swing away extra-large foot plates with tool-free raising cushioned leg rests.
Frame
The frame of a bariatric wheelchair is developed to be strong sufficient to support the additional weight of bigger users. right here can be made from steel, aluminum or titanium depending on the weight capacity of the chair. The frame can likewise be a stiff or a folding style. Folding frames are the most common as they make it easy to transport and keep the chair when not in usage.
Stiff frames have the benefit of not flexing when the wheelchair is being propelled so they are generally easier to navigate than chairs with a folding frame. The frame can be fixed or adjustable for different seat widths and may have a double cross brace to include strength and stability.
Wheelchairs with a heavy-duty frame and a wide seat can be tough to maneuver in tight areas. If the seat is too broad it can be challenging for the user to reach the hand rims of the wheelchair to propel it and it might likewise be more hard to navigate the chair in little spaces like narrow corridors or doorways. Wheelchairs with a wide seat can also need more area in the automobile to be safely transferred in the trunk.
Seat
Typically, bariatric wheelchairs are wider than basic wheelchairs and are used to support individuals that are at threat of pressure ulcers due to weight problems or other medical conditions. These wheelchairs have a seat that is designed to be durable and extra large to make sure the user has great posture while being in the chair. The very best method to determine 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 across their lap at the largest part which is typically around the hips. Add two inches to this measurement to permit the using of winter season coats.
Footrest
The footrest of a bariatric wheelchair has to be extremely tough in order to take the extra weight of larger users. The very best method to identify the appropriate width is for the user to rest on a strong surface area and have their best part of their thighs measured. This ought to be done throughout their lap and preferably with a yardstick instead of a measuring tape as this offers a more accurate measurement. Our range of sturdy bariatric wheelchairs includes reclining designs with tool-free elevating leg rests that are angle adjustable. They can be lowered to hemi-level or completely raised and can likewise be removed completely if the user no longer needs them.