Bariatric Wheelchair - 26 Inch Seat
Bariatric wheelchairs are broader than basic 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 overweight. This heavy duty 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 adequate 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 stiff or a folding design. Folding frames are the most common as they make it simple to transport and store the chair when not in use.
Rigid frames have the advantage of not bending when the wheelchair is being propelled so they are normally much 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 add strength and stability.
Wheelchairs with a sturdy frame and a broad seat can be difficult to steer in tight spaces. If the seat is too broad it can be challenging for the user to reach the hand rims of the wheelchair to propel it and it may likewise be more difficult to maneuver the chair in little spaces like narrow corridors or entrances. Wheelchairs with a broad seat can also require more area in the car to be safely carried in the trunk.
Seat
Generally, bariatric wheelchairs are larger than basic wheelchairs and are used to support individuals that are at danger of pressure ulcers due to obesity or other medical conditions. These wheelchairs have a seat that is designed to be resilient and additional broad to guarantee the user has excellent posture while sitting in the chair. The best method to determine the correct width of wheelchair seat for a user is to have them sit generally on the ground with a yardstick or determining tape positioned across their lap at the largest part which is usually around the hips. Add bariatric wheelchair scale to this measurement to enable the using of winter coats.
Footrest
The footrest of a bariatric wheelchair needs to be extremely durable in order to take the extra weight of larger users. The very best method to figure out the right width is for the user to rest on a solid surface and have their widest part of their thighs measured. This should be done across their lap and ideally with a yardstick rather than a tape measure as this provides a more precise measurement. Our variety of heavy-duty bariatric wheelchairs includes reclining models with tool-free raising leg rests that are angle adjustable. They can be lowered to hemi-level or fully elevated and can likewise be eliminated completely if the user no longer requires them.