Bariatric Wheelchair - 26 Inch Seat
Bariatric wheelchairs are broader than basic wheelchairs and can support a greater weight capacity. bariatric wheelchair 400 lb capacity are utilized to assist individuals with medical conditions that impact their mobility and for those who are overweight. This heavy duty wheelchair has a silver metal 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 tough 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 also be a rigid or a folding style. Folding frames are the most typical as they make it easy to transport and store the chair when not in usage.
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 might have a double cross brace to add strength and stability.
Wheelchairs with a durable frame and a wide seat can be hard to maneuver in tight spaces. If the seat is too large it can be difficult for the user to reach the hand rims of the wheelchair to propel it and it may also be harder to steer the chair in little spaces like narrow hallways or doorways. Wheelchairs with a large seat can likewise require more space in the car to be securely transported in the trunk.
Seat
Typically, bariatric wheelchairs are broader than basic wheelchairs and are used to support individuals that are at danger 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 large to guarantee the user has excellent posture while sitting in the chair. The very best method to figure out the appropriate 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 largest part which is generally around the hips. Include two inches to this measurement to enable for the using of winter coats.
Footrest
The footrest of a bariatric wheelchair needs to be extremely sturdy in order to take the extra weight of bigger users. The finest method to figure out the correct width is for the user to sit on a solid surface area and have their widest part of their thighs measured. This need to be done across their lap and preferably with a yardstick rather than a tape procedure as this offers a more accurate measurement. Our range of durable bariatric wheelchairs consists of reclining models with tool-free elevating leg rests that are angle adjustable. They can be decreased to hemi-level or totally raised and can also be removed totally if the user no longer needs them.