Bariatric Wheelchair - 26 Inch Seat
Bariatric wheelchairs are larger than basic wheelchairs and can support a greater weight capacity. They are used to assist individuals with medical conditions that affect their mobility and for those who are obese. This sturdy wheelchair has a silver metallic sturdy slide tube frame and removable swing away extra-large foot plates with tool-free elevating cushioned leg rests.
Frame
The frame of a bariatric wheelchair is designed to be strong adequate to support the extra 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 also be a stiff or a folding style. Folding frames are the most common as they make it simple to transport and save the chair when not in use.
Rigid frames have the benefit of not flexing when the wheelchair is being propelled so they are typically simpler to navigate than chairs with a folding frame. bariatric mobility equipment can be fixed or adjustable for different seat widths and may have a double cross brace to include strength and stability.
Wheelchairs with a heavy-duty frame and a wide seat can be tough to maneuver in tight areas. If the seat is too large it can be difficult for the user to reach the hand rims of the wheelchair to propel it and it might also be more hard to steer the chair in small areas like narrow corridors or doorways. Wheelchairs with a broad seat can likewise require more space in the lorry to be securely carried in the trunk.
Seat
Typically, bariatric wheelchairs are larger than standard wheelchairs and are used to support people that are at danger of pressure ulcers due to obesity or other medical conditions. These wheelchairs have a seat that is created to be durable and extra wide to make sure the user has excellent posture while being in the chair. The best way to determine the proper width of wheelchair seat for a user is to have them sit typically on the ground with a yardstick or determining tape placed across their lap at the best part which is normally around the hips. Add two inches to this measurement to enable the using of winter coats.
Footrest
The footrest of a bariatric wheelchair needs to be really strong in order to take the additional weight of bigger users. The very best way to identify the appropriate width is for the user to sit on a solid surface and have their largest part of their thighs determined. This should be done throughout their lap and ideally with a yardstick rather than a tape procedure as this offers a more precise measurement. Our variety of heavy-duty bariatric wheelchairs consists of reclining designs with tool-free raising leg rests that are angle adjustable. They can be reduced to hemi-level or completely raised and can likewise be removed totally if the user no longer requires them.
