Bariatric Wheelchair - 26 Inch Seat
Bariatric wheelchairs are larger than basic wheelchairs and can support a greater weight capacity. They are utilized to assist individuals with medical conditions that affect their mobility and for those who are overweight. heavy duty bariatric wheelchair has a silver metal sturdy slide tube frame and removable swing away extra-large foot plates with tool-free raising padded leg rests.
Frame
The frame of a bariatric wheelchair is designed to be sturdy enough to support the extra weight of larger users. The frame can be made from steel, aluminum or titanium depending on the weight capacity of the chair. The frame can likewise be a stiff or a folding design. Folding frames are the most common as they make it easy to transport and save the chair when not in usage.
Stiff frames have the benefit of not bending when the wheelchair is being propelled so they are generally easier to navigate than chairs with a folding frame. The frame can be repaired or adjustable for various seat widths and might have a double cross brace to add strength and stability.
Wheelchairs with a heavy-duty frame and a wide seat can be challenging to navigate in tight spaces. If the seat is too wide it can be hard for the user to reach the hand rims of the wheelchair to propel it and it may also be harder to steer the chair in small areas like narrow hallways or entrances. Wheelchairs with a large seat can also need more space in the car to be safely carried in the trunk.
Seat
Normally, bariatric wheelchairs are wider than standard wheelchairs and are used to support individuals that are at danger of pressure ulcers due to weight problems or other medical conditions. These wheelchairs have a seat that is created to be resilient and additional wide to make sure the user has good posture while sitting in the chair. The finest method to determine the right width of wheelchair seat for a user is to have them sit generally on the ground with a yardstick or measuring tape placed across their lap at the largest part which is generally around the hips. Add 2 inches to this measurement to permit the using of winter coats.
Footrest
The footrest of a bariatric wheelchair needs to be very tough in order to take the additional weight of bigger users. The best way to identify the correct width is for the user to rest on a strong surface area and have their widest part of their thighs measured. This must be done across their lap and ideally with a yardstick instead of a tape procedure as this offers a more precise measurement. Our variety of sturdy bariatric wheelchairs consists of reclining models with tool-free elevating leg rests that are angle adjustable. They can be reduced to hemi-level or fully raised and can also be gotten rid of entirely if the user no longer requires them.