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 overweight. This sturdy wheelchair has a silver metallic heavy-duty slide tube frame and removable swing away extra-large foot plates with tool-free elevating cushioned leg rests.
Frame
The frame of a bariatric wheelchair is designed to be sturdy sufficient to support the additional weight of bigger 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 common as they make it simple 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 usually easier to steer 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 heavy-duty frame and a wide seat can be challenging to navigate in tight areas. If the seat is too wide it can be challenging for the user to reach the hand rims of the wheelchair to move it and it might likewise be harder to maneuver the chair in little spaces like narrow corridors or entrances. Wheelchairs with a wide seat can likewise require more space in the automobile to be securely carried in the trunk.
Seat
Usually, bariatric wheelchairs are broader than standard wheelchairs and are utilized to support people 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 long lasting and extra broad to make sure the user has good posture while being in the chair. The finest method to determine the appropriate width of wheelchair seat for a user is to have them sit normally on the ground with a yardstick or measuring tape put throughout their lap at the best part which is generally around the hips. Include two inches to this measurement to enable the wearing of winter coats.
Footrest
The footrest of a bariatric wheelchair needs to be extremely tough in order to take the extra weight of larger users. The finest way to identify the appropriate width is for the user to rest on a solid surface area and have their best part of their thighs measured. bariatric wheelchairs uk to be done across their lap and ideally with a yardstick instead of a measuring tape as this provides a more precise measurement. Our variety of sturdy bariatric wheelchairs consists of reclining designs with tool-free elevating leg rests that are angle adjustable. They can be lowered to hemi-level or completely raised and can also be removed entirely if the user no longer needs them.