Bariatric Wheelchair - 26 Inch Seat
Bariatric wheelchairs are larger than basic wheelchairs and can support a higher weight capacity. They are used to assist individuals with medical conditions that affect their mobility and for those who are overweight. This strong wheelchair has a silver metal heavy-duty 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 designed to be strong enough to support the additional 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 likewise be a stiff or a folding style. Folding frames are the most common as they make it easy to transport and keep the chair when not in use.
Rigid frames have the benefit of not flexing when the wheelchair is being propelled so they are typically simpler to steer than chairs with a folding frame. bariatric wheelchair 600 lb capacity can be fixed or adjustable for various seat widths and might have a double cross brace to add strength and stability.
Wheelchairs with a sturdy frame and a large seat can be tough to navigate 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 might likewise be more challenging to maneuver the chair in small areas like narrow hallways or entrances. Wheelchairs with a large seat can likewise require more space in the automobile to be safely carried in the trunk.
Seat
Normally, bariatric wheelchairs are wider than basic wheelchairs and are used 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 created to be durable and extra broad to ensure the user has great posture while being in the chair. The finest way to figure out the proper width of wheelchair seat for a user is to have them sit normally on the ground with a yardstick or measuring tape positioned across their lap at the widest part which is usually around the hips. Include two inches to this measurement to allow for the using of winter 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 way to figure out the right width is for the user to rest on a solid surface and have their best part of their thighs measured. This ought to be done across their lap and preferably with a yardstick instead of a measuring tape as this provides a more accurate measurement. Our variety of heavy-duty bariatric wheelchairs consists of reclining models with tool-free elevating leg rests that are angle adjustable. They can be reduced to hemi-level or completely raised and can also be eliminated totally if the user no longer needs them.