Bariatric Wheelchair - 26 Inch Seat
Bariatric wheelchairs are wider 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 sturdy slide tube frame and detachable swing away extra-large foot plates with tool-free raising cushioned leg rests.
Frame
The frame of a bariatric wheelchair is designed to be durable 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 rigid or a folding style. Folding frames are the most typical as they make it simple to transport and store the chair when not in use.
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 repaired or adjustable for various seat widths and may have a double cross brace to add strength and stability.
Wheelchairs with a durable frame and a broad seat can be hard to navigate in tight areas. 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 may likewise be more tough to steer the chair in little spaces like narrow corridors or doorways. Wheelchairs with a wide seat can likewise need more area in the vehicle to be securely carried in the trunk.
Seat
Generally, bariatric wheelchairs are larger than basic wheelchairs and are used to support individuals that are at risk of pressure ulcers due to obesity or other medical conditions. These wheelchairs have a seat that is created to be long lasting and extra wide to guarantee the user has good posture while being in the chair. bariatric wheelchair recliner to determine the appropriate width of wheelchair seat for a user is to have them sit usually on the ground with a yardstick or determining tape placed across their lap at the largest part which is generally around the hips. Include 2 inches to this measurement to permit the using of winter season coats.
Footrest
The footrest of a bariatric wheelchair has to be very durable in order to take the additional weight of larger users. The very best way to determine the proper width is for the user to rest on a strong surface area and have their largest part of their thighs measured. This should be done throughout their lap and preferably with a yardstick instead of a measuring tape as this offers a more precise measurement. Our variety of sturdy bariatric wheelchairs includes reclining designs with tool-free raising leg rests that are angle adjustable. They can be lowered to hemi-level or completely elevated and can likewise be eliminated completely if the user no longer needs them.