Bariatric Wheelchair - 26 Inch Seat
Bariatric wheelchairs are larger than basic wheelchairs and can support a higher weight capacity. They are utilized to assist individuals with medical conditions that impact their mobility and for those who are overweight. This strong wheelchair has a silver metal 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 developed to be sturdy sufficient 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 likewise be a stiff or a folding design. Folding frames are the most common as they make it simple to transport and save the chair when not in use.
bariatric mobility aids have the benefit of not bending when the wheelchair is being propelled so they are typically simpler to maneuver 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 add strength and stability.
Wheelchairs with a heavy-duty frame and a wide seat can be difficult to steer in tight areas. If the seat is too wide it can be hard for the user to reach the hand rims of the wheelchair to propel it and it may likewise be harder to steer the chair in small spaces like narrow hallways or doorways. Wheelchairs with a broad seat can also require more area in the lorry to be securely transferred in the trunk.
Seat
Typically, bariatric wheelchairs are broader than standard wheelchairs and are used 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 designed to be long lasting and additional wide to make sure the user has good posture while being in the chair. The very best method to figure out the right width of wheelchair seat for a user is to have them sit normally on the ground with a yardstick or measuring tape placed across their lap at the largest part which is generally around the hips. Include two inches to this measurement to permit the wearing of winter season coats.
Footrest
The footrest of a bariatric wheelchair has to be extremely sturdy in order to take the additional weight of larger users. The best method to determine the appropriate width is for the user to rest on a solid 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 offers a more precise measurement. Our variety of heavy-duty bariatric wheelchairs includes reclining designs with tool-free elevating leg rests that are angle adjustable. They can be reduced to hemi-level or fully raised and can likewise be removed entirely if the user no longer needs them.