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 impact their mobility and for those who are obese. This sturdy wheelchair has a silver metal durable slide tube frame and removable swing away extra-large foot plates with tool-free raising padded leg rests.
bariatric wheelchair scale 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 also be a stiff or a folding design. Folding frames are the most typical as they make it simple to transport and keep the chair when not in use.
Stiff frames have the advantage of not flexing when the wheelchair is being propelled so they are generally much easier to steer than chairs with a folding frame. bariatric wheelchair scale can be fixed or adjustable for various seat widths and may have a double cross brace to include strength and stability.
Wheelchairs with a sturdy frame and a wide seat can be challenging to steer in tight areas. 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 more difficult to maneuver the chair in small areas like narrow hallways or entrances. Wheelchairs with a wide seat can likewise need more space in the car to be safely transferred in the trunk.
Seat
Generally, bariatric wheelchairs are broader than standard wheelchairs and are utilized to support people that are at risk of pressure ulcers due to obesity or other medical conditions. These wheelchairs have a seat that is created to be resilient and extra wide to ensure the user has good posture while sitting in the chair. The very best way to determine the appropriate width of wheelchair seat for a user is to have them sit generally on the ground with a yardstick or measuring tape put across their lap at the best part which is normally around the hips. Add two inches to this measurement to allow for the wearing of winter season coats.
Footrest
The footrest of a bariatric wheelchair has to be very sturdy in order to take the extra weight of larger users. The very best method to determine the proper width is for the user to sit on a strong surface area and have their widest part of their thighs determined. This need to be done across their lap and preferably with a yardstick rather than a measuring tape as this provides a more accurate measurement. Our series of sturdy bariatric wheelchairs includes reclining models with tool-free raising leg rests that are angle adjustable. They can be reduced to hemi-level or completely elevated and can also be eliminated completely if the user no longer requires them.