Bariatric Wheelchair - 26 Inch Seat
Bariatric wheelchairs are larger than basic 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 strong wheelchair has a silver metal sturdy 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 created to be tough enough to support the additional weight of bigger users. bariatric heavy duty transport wheelchair can be made from steel, aluminum or titanium depending upon the weight capacity of the chair. bariatric high back wheelchair can also be a stiff or a folding design. Folding frames are the most common as they make it easy to transport and save the chair when not in usage.
Rigid frames have the benefit of not bending when the wheelchair is being propelled so they are generally easier to navigate 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 heavy-duty frame and a large seat can be tough to steer in tight spaces. 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 might also be harder to navigate the chair in small areas like narrow corridors or entrances. Wheelchairs with a wide seat can likewise require more area in the car to be safely carried in the trunk.
Seat
Normally, bariatric wheelchairs are wider than basic 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 long lasting and additional wide to make sure the user has excellent posture while being in the chair. The very best method to identify the appropriate width of wheelchair seat for a user is to have them sit typically on the ground with a yardstick or measuring tape positioned throughout their lap at the largest part which is generally around the hips. Include 2 inches to this measurement to enable for the using of winter coats.
Footrest
The footrest of a bariatric wheelchair needs to be very sturdy in order to take the additional weight of bigger users. The finest way to identify the correct width is for the user to sit on a strong surface area and have their widest part of their thighs measured. This should be done throughout their lap and ideally with a yardstick rather than a tape measure as this offers a more precise measurement. Our variety of durable bariatric wheelchairs consists of reclining models with tool-free raising leg rests that are angle adjustable. They can be reduced to hemi-level or totally raised and can also be gotten rid of completely if the user no longer requires them.