Bariatric Wheelchair - 26 Inch Seat
Bariatric wheelchairs are broader than basic wheelchairs and can support a greater weight capacity. They are utilized to assist people with medical conditions that affect their mobility and for those who are overweight. This strong wheelchair has a silver metal sturdy 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 designed to be strong enough to support the extra 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 common as they make it easy to transport and store the chair when not in use.
Stiff frames have the advantage of not bending when the wheelchair is being propelled so they are usually easier to navigate than chairs with a folding frame. The frame 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 wide seat can be tough to maneuver in tight spaces. If the seat is too wide it can be challenging for the user to reach the hand rims of the wheelchair to move it and it might also be harder to maneuver the chair in small spaces like narrow corridors or entrances. Wheelchairs with a broad seat can also need more area in the lorry to be safely transferred in the trunk.
Seat
Generally, 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 wheelchairs uk have a seat that is designed to be durable and additional large to ensure the user has great posture while being in the chair. The very best method 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 placed across their lap at the widest part which is usually around the hips. Include 2 inches to this measurement to enable the using of winter season coats.
Footrest
The footrest of a bariatric wheelchair needs to be very sturdy 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 area and have their widest part of their thighs measured. This should be done throughout their lap and preferably with a yardstick instead of a tape step as this gives a more accurate measurement. Our variety of sturdy bariatric wheelchairs includes reclining models with tool-free elevating 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.