Bariatric Wheelchair - 26 Inch Seat
Bariatric wheelchairs are broader than basic wheelchairs and can support a greater weight capacity. They are utilized to help individuals 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 elevating padded leg rests.
Frame
The frame of a bariatric wheelchair is designed to be sturdy enough 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 stiff or a folding style. Folding frames are the most typical as they make it simple to transport and save the chair when not in use.
Stiff frames have the benefit of not flexing when the wheelchair is being propelled so they are generally simpler to steer than chairs with a folding frame. The frame can be repaired or adjustable for different seat widths and might have a double cross brace to include strength and stability.
Wheelchairs with a heavy-duty frame and a large seat can be tough to maneuver in tight areas. If the seat is too large it can be challenging for the user to reach the hand rims of the wheelchair to move it and it may also be more hard to maneuver the chair in little areas like narrow hallways or entrances. bariatric mobility aids with a broad seat can likewise need more space in the lorry to be safely transported in the trunk.
Seat
Typically, bariatric wheelchairs are broader than standard 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 created to be durable and additional wide to make sure the user has good posture while sitting in the chair. The very best method to identify the correct width of wheelchair seat for a user is to have them sit usually on the ground with a yardstick or determining tape positioned across their lap at the widest part which is usually around the hips. Add 2 inches to this measurement to enable the wearing of winter season coats.
Footrest
The footrest of a bariatric wheelchair needs to be really sturdy in order to take the extra weight of larger users. The finest way to figure out the correct width is for the user to sit on a strong surface area and have their largest part of their thighs determined. This should be done across their lap and ideally with a yardstick instead of a measuring tape as this offers a more accurate measurement. Our range of sturdy bariatric wheelchairs includes reclining models with tool-free raising leg rests that are angle adjustable. They can be lowered to hemi-level or totally elevated and can likewise be removed totally if the user no longer requires them.