Bariatric Wheelchair - 26 Inch Seat
Bariatric wheelchairs are larger than basic wheelchairs and can support a higher weight capacity. They are used to assist individuals with medical conditions that impact their mobility and for those who are overweight. This sturdy wheelchair has a silver metallic 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 created to be strong sufficient to support the additional weight of bigger 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 easy to transport and store the chair when not in usage.
Rigid frames have the benefit of not bending when the wheelchair is being propelled so they are normally much easier to maneuver than chairs with a folding frame. The frame can be repaired or adjustable for different seat widths and may have a double cross brace to add strength and stability.
Wheelchairs with a sturdy frame and a wide seat can be challenging to steer in tight areas. If the seat is too large it can be challenging for the user to reach the hand rims of the wheelchair to propel it and it may likewise be harder to navigate the chair in small areas like narrow hallways or entrances. Wheelchairs with a wide seat can likewise need more space in the vehicle to be safely transferred in the trunk.
Seat
Typically, bariatric wheelchairs are wider than standard wheelchairs and are utilized to support people that are at threat of pressure ulcers due to obesity or other medical conditions. These wheelchairs have a seat that is designed to be resilient and extra broad to make sure the user has great posture while being in the chair. The very best method to determine the proper 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 widest part which is generally around the hips. Add two inches to this measurement to enable for the wearing of winter season coats.
Footrest
The footrest of a bariatric wheelchair needs to be very durable in order to take the extra weight of bigger users. bariatric travel wheelchair to identify the right width is for the user to rest on a strong surface area and have their best part of their thighs measured. This must be done across their lap and ideally with a yardstick rather than a measuring tape as this offers a more precise measurement. Our series of durable bariatric wheelchairs consists of reclining models with tool-free elevating leg rests that are angle adjustable. They can be decreased to hemi-level or fully elevated and can likewise be removed totally if the user no longer needs them.