Bariatric Wheelchair - 26 Inch Seat

bariatric aids wheelchairs are larger 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 overweight. This strong wheelchair has a silver metallic 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 developed to be strong adequate 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 likewise be a stiff or a folding style. Folding frames are the most common as they make it simple 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 normally easier to navigate 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 heavy-duty frame and a wide 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 might likewise be harder to navigate the chair in little areas like narrow corridors or doorways. Wheelchairs with a wide seat can also need more space in the lorry to be safely transferred in the trunk.
Seat

Generally, bariatric mobility aids wheelchairs are broader than standard wheelchairs and compact wheelchair are utilized to support individuals 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 long lasting and additional wide to ensure the user has excellent posture while sitting in the chair. The very best method to determine the proper width of compact 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. Include two inches to this measurement to permit for the using of winter season coats.
Footrest

The footrest of a lightweight bariatric transport wheelchair wheelchair needs to be really durable in order to take the extra weight of bigger users. The best way to identify the proper width is for the user to rest on a solid surface and have their largest part of their thighs determined. This must be done throughout their lap and preferably with a yardstick instead of a tape procedure as this offers a more precise measurement. Our series of durable bariatric wheelchair 600 lb capacity wheelchairs consists of reclining models with tool-free elevating leg rests that are angle adjustable. They can be lowered to hemi-level or completely raised and can also be removed completely if the user no longer needs them.