Bariatric Wheelchair - 26 Inch Seat
Bariatric wheelchairs are broader than basic wheelchairs and can support a higher weight capacity. They are used to help people with medical conditions that affect their mobility and for those who are overweight. This strong wheelchair has a silver metallic durable slide tube frame and detachable swing away extra-large foot plates with tool-free raising padded leg rests.
Frame
The frame of a bariatric wheelchair is created to be tough sufficient to support the extra 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 typical as they make it easy 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 usually simpler to navigate 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 durable frame and a broad seat can be hard to navigate in tight areas. If the seat is too large it can be hard for the user to reach the hand rims of the wheelchair to propel it and it might likewise be more difficult to navigate the chair in little areas like narrow hallways or doorways. Wheelchairs with a wide seat can also require more space in the car to be securely carried in the trunk.
Seat
Usually, bariatric wheelchairs are larger 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 extra wide to make sure the user has good posture while sitting in the chair. The very best method to figure out the appropriate width of wheelchair seat for a user is to have them sit usually on the ground with a yardstick or measuring tape placed throughout their lap at the widest part which is typically around the hips. Include two inches to this measurement to enable the wearing of winter coats.
Footrest
The footrest of a bariatric wheelchair has to be really sturdy in order to take the extra weight of larger users. The finest method to determine the appropriate width is for the user to sit on a solid surface and have their widest part of their thighs determined. This must be done across their lap and ideally with a yardstick instead of a tape procedure as this gives a more precise measurement. Our series of sturdy bariatric wheelchair s includes reclining models with tool-free elevating leg rests that are angle adjustable. They can be decreased to hemi-level or fully raised and can also be gotten rid of entirely if the user no longer requires them.