Bariatric Wheelchair - 26 Inch Seat
Bariatric wheelchairs are broader than basic wheelchairs and can support a higher weight capacity. They are utilized to help individuals with medical conditions that impact their mobility and for those who are overweight. bariatric self propelled wheelchair has a silver metallic heavy-duty slide tube frame and detachable swing away extra-large foot plates with tool-free elevating cushioned leg rests.
Frame
The frame of a bariatric wheelchair is developed to be durable 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 style. Folding frames are the most common as they make it simple to transport and store the chair when not in use.
Rigid frames have the advantage of not flexing when the wheelchair is being propelled so they are normally simpler to maneuver than chairs with a folding frame. The frame can be repaired or adjustable for various seat widths and may have a double cross brace to add strength and stability.
Wheelchairs with a sturdy frame and a large seat can be tough to maneuver in tight spaces. 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 might also be more hard to navigate the chair in little areas like narrow hallways or entrances. Wheelchairs with a large seat can also need more space in the automobile to be safely transported in the trunk.
Seat
Normally, bariatric wheelchairs are broader than standard wheelchairs and are utilized to support individuals that are at threat 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 guarantee the user has good posture while sitting in the chair. The finest method to determine the appropriate width of wheelchair seat for a user is to have them sit usually on the ground with a yardstick or measuring tape put throughout their lap at the largest part which is usually around the hips. Include two inches to this measurement to enable 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 bigger users. The best way to identify the appropriate width is for the user to sit on a strong surface area and have their widest part of their thighs measured. This ought to be done across their lap and ideally with a yardstick rather than a tape measure as this gives a more precise measurement. Our variety of heavy-duty bariatric wheelchairs includes reclining models with tool-free raising leg rests that are angle adjustable. They can be lowered to hemi-level or fully raised and can also be eliminated totally if the user no longer needs them.