Bariatric Wheelchair - 26 Inch Seat
Bariatric wheelchairs are wider than standard wheelchairs and can support a greater weight capacity. They are utilized to help people with medical conditions that affect their mobility and for those who are obese. This strong wheelchair has a silver metallic durable 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 sturdy enough to support the additional 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 also be a stiff or a folding style. Folding frames are the most common as they make it easy 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 usually much easier to steer than chairs with a folding frame. My Mobility Scooters can be repaired or adjustable for various seat widths and may have a double cross brace to include strength and stability.
Wheelchairs with a heavy-duty frame and a broad seat can be challenging to maneuver in tight areas. If the seat is too broad 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 small spaces like narrow hallways or entrances. Wheelchairs with a wide seat can also require more area in the lorry to be safely transferred in the trunk.
Seat
Typically, bariatric wheelchairs are wider than standard wheelchairs and are utilized to support individuals that are at threat of pressure ulcers due to obesity or other medical conditions. These wheelchairs have a seat that is developed to be long lasting and additional wide to make sure the user has great posture while being in the chair. The very best way to figure out the correct width of wheelchair seat for a user is to have them sit typically on the ground with a yardstick or measuring tape placed throughout their lap at the widest part which is generally around the hips. Include 2 inches to this measurement to allow for the using of winter season coats.
Footrest
The footrest of a bariatric wheelchair needs to be really sturdy in order to take the extra weight of larger users. The very best way to determine the right width is for the user to sit on a strong surface area and have their widest part of their thighs measured. This need to be done across their lap and preferably with a yardstick instead of a tape procedure as this gives a more accurate measurement. Our variety of sturdy bariatric wheelchairs consists of reclining designs with tool-free raising leg rests that are angle adjustable. They can be decreased to hemi-level or fully raised and can also be removed completely if the user no longer requires them.