Bariatric Wheelchair - 26 Inch Seat
Bariatric wheelchairs are wider than basic wheelchairs and can support a greater weight capacity. They are used to assist people with medical conditions that impact their mobility and for those who are overweight. This strong wheelchair has a silver metallic heavy-duty 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 durable sufficient 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 likewise be a stiff or a folding design. Folding frames are the most common as they make it easy to transport and keep the chair when not in usage.
Rigid frames have the advantage of not bending when the wheelchair is being propelled so they are generally much easier to navigate than chairs with a folding frame. The frame 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 tough to steer in tight spaces. If the seat is too broad it can be hard for the user to reach the hand rims of the wheelchair to move it and it might also be more tough to steer the chair in small areas like narrow corridors or entrances. Wheelchairs with a large seat can also need more space in the lorry to be securely carried in the trunk.
Seat
Normally, bariatric wheelchairs are broader than standard wheelchairs and are utilized to support individuals that are at risk of pressure ulcers due to weight problems or other medical conditions. These wheelchairs have a seat that is designed to be long lasting and additional wide to make sure the user has great posture while sitting in the chair. The very best method to determine the appropriate width of wheelchair seat for a user is to have them sit usually on the ground with a yardstick or measuring tape placed throughout their lap at the best part which is typically around the hips. Add similar internet site to this measurement to permit for the wearing of winter season coats.
Footrest
The footrest of a bariatric wheelchair has to be very tough in order to take the extra weight of bigger users. The finest way to figure out the proper width is for the user to sit on a solid surface area and have their largest part of their thighs determined. This ought to be done throughout their lap and preferably with a yardstick rather than a tape measure as this gives a more precise measurement. Our series of heavy-duty bariatric wheelchairs includes reclining designs with tool-free elevating leg rests that are angle adjustable. They can be reduced to hemi-level or totally raised and can also be removed totally if the user no longer requires them.