Bariatric Wheelchair - 26 Inch Seat
Bariatric wheelchairs are broader than standard wheelchairs and can support a greater weight capacity. They are utilized to assist individuals with medical conditions that affect their mobility and for those who are obese. This sturdy wheelchair has a silver metallic durable slide tube frame and detachable swing away extra-large foot plates with tool-free raising padded leg rests.
Frame
The frame of a bariatric wheelchair is developed to be sturdy adequate to support the extra weight of bigger 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 simple to transport and keep the chair when not in use.
bariatric wheelchairs uk have the benefit of not bending when the wheelchair is being propelled so they are normally simpler 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 add strength and stability.
Wheelchairs with a sturdy frame and a large seat can be challenging to steer in tight spaces. If the seat is too large it can be hard for the user to reach the hand rims of the wheelchair to move it and it might likewise be harder to maneuver the chair in little spaces like narrow hallways or doorways. Wheelchairs with a broad seat can also require more area in the car to be securely transported in the trunk.
Seat
Usually, bariatric wheelchairs are wider than basic wheelchairs and are utilized to support individuals that are at threat of pressure ulcers due to weight problems or other medical conditions. These wheelchairs have a seat that is designed to be resilient and additional wide to guarantee 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 normally on the ground with a yardstick or measuring tape placed throughout their lap at the best part which is normally around the hips. Include two inches to this measurement to enable the using of winter coats.
Footrest
The footrest of a bariatric wheelchair has to be very sturdy in order to take the extra weight of bigger users. The very best method to determine the correct width is for the user to sit on a solid surface area and have their widest part of their thighs measured. This must be done throughout their lap and preferably with a yardstick instead of a tape step as this offers a more accurate measurement. Our variety of heavy-duty 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 completely if the user no longer requires them.