Bariatric Wheelchair - 26 Inch Seat
Bariatric wheelchairs are wider than basic wheelchairs and can support a higher weight capacity. They are utilized to help individuals 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 elevating padded leg rests.
Frame
The frame of a bariatric wheelchair is designed to be strong adequate to support the extra weight of bigger 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 design. Folding frames are the most common as they make it simple to transport and store the chair when not in usage.
Rigid frames have the advantage of not bending when the wheelchair is being propelled so they are usually simpler 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 include strength and stability.
Wheelchairs with a sturdy frame and a large seat can be challenging to maneuver in tight areas. If the seat is too wide it can be hard for the user to reach the hand rims of the wheelchair to move it and it may likewise be harder to navigate the chair in little areas like narrow hallways or entrances. bariatric wheelchair 26 inch seat with a large seat can also need more area in the vehicle to be safely carried in the trunk.
Seat
Typically, bariatric wheelchairs are wider than standard wheelchairs and are used to support individuals that are at threat of pressure ulcers due to weight problems or other medical conditions. These wheelchairs have a seat that is developed to be durable and extra wide to guarantee the user has great posture while sitting in the chair. The very best way to figure out the proper width of wheelchair seat for a user is to have them sit usually on the ground with a yardstick or determining tape placed throughout their lap at the widest part which is typically around the hips. Add 2 inches to this measurement to enable for the wearing of winter season coats.
Footrest
The footrest of a bariatric wheelchair has to be extremely sturdy in order to take the extra weight of larger users. The very best way to figure out the correct width is for the user to rest on a solid surface and have their best part of their thighs measured. This must be done throughout their lap and preferably with a yardstick instead of a measuring tape as this provides a more precise measurement. Our variety of durable bariatric wheelchairs consists of reclining models with tool-free raising leg rests that are angle adjustable. bariatric wheelchair 26 inch seat can be lowered to hemi-level or totally elevated and can likewise be eliminated totally if the user no longer needs them.