Bariatric Wheelchair - 26 Inch Seat
Bariatric wheelchairs are larger than basic wheelchairs and can support a higher weight capacity. They are utilized to help people with medical conditions that affect their mobility and for those who are overweight. This strong wheelchair has a silver metallic durable slide tube frame and detachable swing away extra-large foot plates with tool-free elevating cushioned leg rests.
Frame
The frame of a bariatric wheelchair is created to be durable enough to support the extra weight of larger 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 style. Folding frames are the most common as they make it easy to transport and keep the chair when not in usage.
Rigid frames have the benefit of not bending when the wheelchair is being propelled so they are generally much 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 add strength and stability.
Wheelchairs with a sturdy frame and a large seat can be difficult to maneuver in tight areas. 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 harder to maneuver the chair in small spaces like narrow hallways or doorways. bariatric transport wheelchair 400 lb capacity with a wide seat can also need more space in the car to be safely carried in the trunk.
Seat
Typically, bariatric wheelchairs are wider than basic 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 resilient and additional broad to ensure the user has great posture while being in the chair. The best way to identify the correct width of wheelchair seat for a user is to have them sit generally on the ground with a yardstick or measuring tape put across their lap at the largest part which is typically 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 really strong in order to take the additional weight of bigger users. The finest method to figure out the correct width is for the user to rest on a solid surface and have their largest part of their thighs measured. This should be done throughout their lap and ideally with a yardstick instead of a tape step as this offers a more precise measurement. Our range of sturdy bariatric wheelchairs consists of reclining designs with tool-free elevating leg rests that are angle adjustable. bariatric high back wheelchair can be lowered to hemi-level or completely raised and can likewise be eliminated entirely if the user no longer needs them.