Bariatric Wheelchair - 26 Inch Seat
Bariatric wheelchairs are broader than standard wheelchairs and can support a greater weight capacity. They are used to help individuals with medical conditions that impact their mobility and for those who are obese. This strong wheelchair has a silver metal sturdy slide tube frame and detachable swing away extra-large foot plates with tool-free elevating cushioned leg rests.
Frame
The frame of a bariatric wheelchair is created to be tough adequate to support the additional 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 also be a stiff or a folding style. Folding frames are the most common as they make it easy to transport and save the chair when not in usage.
Rigid frames have the advantage of not bending when the wheelchair is being propelled so they are usually easier to navigate than chairs with a folding frame. The frame can be repaired or adjustable for different seat widths and might have a double cross brace to add strength and stability.
Wheelchairs with a sturdy frame and a broad seat can be difficult to steer in tight areas. If the seat is too broad it can be difficult for the user to reach the hand rims of the wheelchair to move it and it may likewise be harder to maneuver the chair in little areas like narrow hallways or entrances. Wheelchairs with a broad seat can likewise require more area in the car to be securely carried in the trunk.
Seat
Normally, bariatric wheelchairs are larger than basic wheelchairs and are utilized to support individuals that are at threat of pressure ulcers due to obesity or other medical conditions. These wheelchairs have a seat that is developed to be resilient and extra large to guarantee the user has good posture while sitting in the chair. The finest way to determine the proper width of wheelchair seat for a user is to have them sit generally on the ground with a yardstick or measuring tape positioned throughout their lap at the widest part which is normally around the hips. Add 2 inches to this measurement to enable the using of winter season coats.
Footrest
The footrest of a bariatric wheelchair has to be extremely sturdy in order to take the additional weight of bigger users. The very best way to figure out the proper width is for the user to rest on a strong surface and have their widest part of their thighs measured. This need to be done across their lap and ideally with a yardstick instead of a tape step as this provides a more precise measurement. Our Site of sturdy bariatric wheelchairs consists of reclining designs with tool-free elevating leg rests that are angle adjustable. They can be decreased to hemi-level or completely raised and can likewise be removed completely if the user no longer requires them.