Bariatric Wheelchair - 26 Inch Seat
Bariatric wheelchairs are larger than basic wheelchairs and can support a higher weight capacity. They are utilized to help people with medical conditions that affect their mobility and for those who are overweight. This heavy duty wheelchair has a silver metal 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 designed to be strong enough to support the extra weight of bigger 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 easy to transport and keep the chair when not in usage.
Stiff frames have the benefit of not bending when the wheelchair is being propelled so they are normally easier to maneuver than chairs with a folding frame. The frame 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 difficult to maneuver in tight areas. If the seat is too wide it can be tough 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 corridors or doorways. Wheelchairs with a wide seat can also need more area in the lorry to be safely transported in the trunk.
Seat
Generally, 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 durable and additional wide to guarantee the user has good posture while being in the chair. The best method to figure out 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 throughout their lap at the best part which is normally around the hips. Add bariatric living aids to this measurement to enable the wearing of winter coats.
Footrest
The footrest of a bariatric wheelchair needs to be really sturdy in order to take the extra weight of bigger users. The very best method to determine the right width is for the user to sit on a strong surface and have their largest part of their thighs measured. This need to be done throughout their lap and ideally with a yardstick rather than a measuring tape as this offers a more precise measurement. Our range of heavy-duty bariatric wheelchairs includes reclining designs with tool-free raising leg rests that are angle adjustable. They can be reduced to hemi-level or totally raised and can also be eliminated completely if the user no longer needs them.