Bariatric Wheelchair - 26 Inch Seat
Bariatric wheelchairs are larger than standard wheelchairs and can support a higher weight capacity. They are used to assist people with medical conditions that impact their mobility and for those who are overweight. This strong wheelchair has a silver metallic durable slide tube frame and removable 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 adequate to support the additional weight of bigger 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 rigid or a folding style. Folding frames are the most typical as they make it easy to transport and store the chair when not in usage.
Rigid frames have the benefit of not flexing when the wheelchair is being propelled so they are usually easier 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 sturdy frame and a wide seat can be challenging to navigate in tight areas. If the seat is too wide it can be challenging for the user to reach the hand rims of the wheelchair to move it and it may likewise be more difficult to maneuver the chair in little spaces like narrow hallways or entrances. bariatric mobility equipment with a wide seat can also require more area in the car to be safely carried in the trunk.
Seat
Normally, bariatric wheelchairs are larger than standard wheelchairs and are utilized to support people that are at risk of pressure ulcers due to obesity or other medical conditions. These wheelchairs have a seat that is developed to be durable and additional broad to guarantee the user has good posture while sitting in the chair. The best method to figure out the correct width of wheelchair seat for a user is to have them sit normally 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 for the using of winter coats.
Footrest
The footrest of a bariatric wheelchair has to be extremely sturdy in order to take the additional weight of bigger users. The finest way to figure out the proper width is for the user to rest on a solid surface and have their largest part of their thighs measured. This should be done across their lap and ideally with a yardstick rather than a measuring tape as this gives a more accurate measurement. Our variety of heavy-duty bariatric wheelchairs consists of reclining designs with tool-free elevating leg rests that are angle adjustable. They can be lowered to hemi-level or completely raised and can also be removed entirely if the user no longer requires them.
