Bariatric Wheelchair - 26 Inch Seat
Bariatric wheelchairs are broader than standard wheelchairs and can support a higher weight capacity. They are utilized to help people with medical conditions that impact their mobility and for those who are overweight. This sturdy wheelchair has a silver metallic sturdy slide tube frame and removable swing away extra-large foot plates with tool-free raising padded leg rests.
Frame
The frame of a bariatric wheelchair is developed to be durable adequate to support the extra 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 also be a rigid or a folding style. Folding frames are the most common as they make it simple to transport and save the chair when not in usage.
Stiff frames have the advantage of not flexing when the wheelchair is being propelled so they are usually much easier to maneuver than chairs with a folding frame. The frame can be repaired or adjustable for various seat widths and might have a double cross brace to include strength and stability.
Wheelchairs with a durable frame and a large seat can be hard to steer in tight areas. If the seat is too wide it can be difficult for the user to reach the hand rims of the wheelchair to propel it and it may also be harder to navigate the chair in little spaces like narrow corridors or doorways. Wheelchairs with a wide seat can likewise need more space in the automobile to be safely transferred in the trunk.
Seat
Typically, bariatric wheelchairs are wider than standard wheelchairs and are utilized to support individuals that are at threat of pressure ulcers due to obesity or other medical conditions. These wheelchairs have a seat that is developed to be durable and extra wide to make sure the user has good posture while being in the chair. The very best method to figure out the correct width of wheelchair seat for a user is to have them sit typically on the ground with a yardstick or measuring tape placed across their lap at the best part which is normally around the hips. Include 2 inches to this measurement to enable 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 way to figure out the proper width is for the user to sit on a strong surface area and have their best part of their thighs measured. This need to be done throughout their lap and ideally with a yardstick instead of a measuring tape as this offers a more precise measurement. Our variety of durable bariatric wheelchairs includes reclining models with tool-free elevating leg rests that are angle adjustable. They can be lowered to hemi-level or totally elevated and can also be removed entirely if the user no longer requires them.