Bariatric Wheelchair - 26 Inch Seat
Bariatric wheelchairs are broader than basic wheelchairs and can support a greater weight capacity. They are utilized to help people with medical conditions that impact their mobility and for those who are overweight. This strong wheelchair has a silver metallic durable slide tube frame and removable swing away extra-large foot plates with tool-free raising cushioned leg rests.
Frame
The frame of a bariatric wheelchair is created to be sturdy sufficient to support the additional weight of bigger users. The frame can be made from steel, aluminum or titanium depending on the weight capacity of the chair. The frame can likewise be a stiff or a folding design. Folding frames are the most typical as they make it simple to transport and save the chair when not in usage.
Rigid frames have the advantage of not flexing when the wheelchair is being propelled so they are usually easier to maneuver than chairs with a folding frame. bariatric wheelchairs uk 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 broad seat can be difficult to maneuver in tight areas. If the seat is too large it can be challenging for the user to reach the hand rims of the wheelchair to propel it and it may likewise be harder to maneuver the chair in little areas like narrow hallways or doorways. Wheelchairs with a large seat can likewise need more area in the automobile to be securely transported in the trunk.
Seat
Normally, bariatric wheelchairs are wider than basic wheelchairs and are used to support people 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 large to make sure the user has good posture while being in the chair. The best method to figure out the right width of wheelchair seat for a user is to have them sit usually on the ground with a yardstick or determining tape put across their lap at the largest part which is normally around the hips. Add 2 inches to this measurement to permit the wearing of winter season coats.
Footrest
The footrest of a bariatric wheelchair has to be very tough in order to take the extra weight of bigger users. The very best way to identify the appropriate width is for the user to sit on a solid surface and have their widest part of their thighs determined. This need to be done across their lap and ideally with a yardstick rather than a tape procedure as this provides a more accurate measurement. Our variety of heavy-duty bariatric wheelchairs consists of reclining models with tool-free elevating leg rests that are angle adjustable. They can be reduced to hemi-level or completely elevated and can likewise be eliminated entirely if the user no longer needs them.