Bariatric Wheelchair - 26 Inch Seat
Bariatric wheelchairs are larger than standard wheelchairs and can support a greater weight capacity. They are used to help people with medical conditions that affect their mobility and for those who are obese. This strong wheelchair has a silver metal durable slide tube frame and detachable swing away extra-large foot plates with tool-free elevating padded leg rests.
Frame
The frame of a bariatric wheelchair is created to be sturdy adequate to support the extra weight of bigger 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 rigid 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.
Stiff frames have the benefit of not flexing when the wheelchair is being propelled so they are generally easier to maneuver than chairs with a folding frame. The frame can be fixed or adjustable for various seat widths and might have a double cross brace to include strength and stability.
Wheelchairs with a sturdy frame and a large seat can be tough to steer in tight spaces. If the seat is too large it can be difficult for the user to reach the hand rims of the wheelchair to propel it and it may also be harder to maneuver the chair in small spaces like narrow hallways or entrances. Wheelchairs with a large seat can likewise require more area in the lorry to be securely carried in the trunk.
Seat
Normally, bariatric wheelchairs are wider than basic wheelchairs and are used to support individuals that are at danger of pressure ulcers due to obesity or other medical conditions. buy bariatric wheelchair have a seat that is developed to be resilient and additional large to make sure the user has excellent posture while sitting in the chair. The very best way to identify the appropriate width of wheelchair seat for a user is to have them sit normally on the ground with a yardstick or determining tape placed across their lap at the best part which is usually around the hips. Add two inches to this measurement to permit the using of winter season coats.
Footrest
The footrest of a bariatric wheelchair has to be really tough in order to take the additional weight of bigger users. The very best method to determine the appropriate width is for the user to sit on a strong surface area and have their best part of their thighs measured. This need to be done across their lap and ideally with a yardstick rather than a measuring tape as this offers a more precise measurement. Our series 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 fully raised and can likewise be gotten rid of entirely if the user no longer requires them.