Bariatric Wheelchair - 26 Inch Seat
Bariatric wheelchairs are wider 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 obese. bariatric wheelchair scale has a silver metal heavy-duty 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 created to be sturdy adequate 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 stiff or a folding style. Folding frames are the most typical as they make it easy to transport and save the chair when not in usage.
Stiff frames have the advantage of not bending when the wheelchair is being propelled so they are typically 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 include strength and stability.
Wheelchairs with a heavy-duty frame and a large seat can be challenging to maneuver in tight spaces. If the seat is too broad it can be difficult for the user to reach the hand rims of the wheelchair to propel it and it might also be more hard to navigate the chair in little areas like narrow hallways or doorways. bariatric wheelchair recliner with a wide seat can likewise need more space in the automobile to be safely carried in the trunk.
Seat
Typically, bariatric wheelchairs are larger than basic wheelchairs and are used to support people that are at danger of pressure ulcers due to obesity or other medical conditions. bariatric wheelchair 400 lb capacity have a seat that is created to be durable and extra large to make sure the user has excellent posture while sitting in the chair. The very best way to figure out the right width of wheelchair seat for a user is to have them sit typically on the ground with a yardstick or determining tape placed throughout their lap at the best part which is usually around the hips. Include 2 inches to this measurement to permit for the using of winter season coats.
Footrest
The footrest of a bariatric wheelchair needs to be very tough in order to take the extra weight of bigger users. The very best way to identify the correct width is for the user to sit on a strong surface and have their widest part of their thighs measured. This should be done across their lap and preferably with a yardstick rather than a measuring tape as this offers a more precise measurement. Our series of durable bariatric wheelchairs includes reclining designs with tool-free raising leg rests that are angle adjustable. They can be lowered to hemi-level or completely elevated and can also be eliminated entirely if the user no longer requires them.