Bariatric Wheelchair - 26 Inch Seat
Bariatric wheelchairs are larger than standard wheelchairs and can support a higher weight capacity. They are used to assist individuals with medical conditions that impact their mobility and for those who are overweight. This heavy duty wheelchair has a silver metal sturdy slide tube frame and removable 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 larger users. The frame can be made from steel, aluminum or titanium depending upon the weight capacity of the chair. The frame can also be a rigid or a folding design. Folding frames are the most typical as they make it easy to transport and store the chair when not in usage.
Stiff frames have the advantage of not bending when the wheelchair is being propelled so they are normally much easier to steer than chairs with a folding frame. The frame can be repaired or adjustable for different 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 spaces. If the seat is too large it can be tough for the user to reach the hand rims of the wheelchair to propel it and it may also be harder to navigate the chair in little spaces like narrow corridors or doorways. Wheelchairs with a wide seat can likewise require more area in the automobile to be safely transferred in the trunk.
bariatric living aids , bariatric wheelchairs are broader 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 developed to be durable and additional wide to ensure the user has good posture while being in the chair. The very best way to identify the appropriate width of wheelchair seat for a user is to have them sit generally on the ground with a yardstick or measuring tape positioned throughout their lap at the widest part which is typically around the hips. Add two inches to this measurement to enable for the using of winter coats.
Footrest
The footrest of a bariatric wheelchair needs to be really durable in order to take the additional weight of larger users. The finest method to determine the appropriate width is for the user to rest on a solid surface area and have their widest part of their thighs measured. This must be done throughout their lap and preferably with a yardstick instead of a measuring tape as this offers a more precise measurement. Our series of sturdy bariatric wheelchairs consists of reclining designs with tool-free raising leg rests that are angle adjustable. They can be lowered to hemi-level or fully elevated and can likewise be gotten rid of completely if the user no longer needs them.