Bariatric Wheelchair - 26 Inch Seat
Bariatric wheelchairs are broader than standard wheelchairs and can support a higher weight capacity. They are used to help individuals with medical conditions that impact their mobility and for those who are obese. bariatric wheelchair 24 inch seat has a silver metal sturdy 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 created to be sturdy sufficient to support the additional 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 rigid or a folding design. Folding frames are the most typical as they make it easy to transport and keep the chair when not in use.
Rigid frames have the benefit of not bending when the wheelchair is being propelled so they are generally easier to steer than chairs with a folding frame. The frame can be fixed or adjustable for various seat widths and may have a double cross brace to add strength and stability.
Wheelchairs with a durable frame and a large seat can be tough to maneuver in tight areas. If the seat is too broad it can be challenging for the user to reach the hand rims of the wheelchair to move it and it may also be harder to navigate the chair in little areas like narrow corridors or doorways. Wheelchairs with a large seat can likewise need more area in the automobile to be safely transported in the trunk.
Seat
Typically, bariatric wheelchairs are wider than standard wheelchairs and are used to support people 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 large to make sure the user has good posture while being in the chair. The finest way to figure out the proper width of wheelchair seat for a user is to have them sit typically on the ground with a yardstick or determining tape positioned across their lap at the widest part which is usually around the hips. Add two inches to this measurement to permit the wearing of winter coats.
Footrest
The footrest of a bariatric wheelchair has to be extremely tough in order to take the additional weight of larger users. The finest method to determine the right width is for the user to sit on a strong surface and have their largest part of their thighs measured. This ought to be done throughout their lap and ideally with a yardstick rather than a tape procedure as this offers a more accurate measurement. Our variety of heavy-duty bariatric wheelchairs consists of reclining models with tool-free raising leg rests that are angle adjustable. They can be decreased to hemi-level or completely elevated and can likewise be gotten rid of totally if the user no longer requires them.
