bariatric aids - 26 Inch Seat
Bariatric wheelchairs are larger than standard wheelchairs and can support a higher weight capacity. They are used to help people with medical conditions that affect their mobility and for those who are overweight. This sturdy wheelchair has a silver metal durable slide tube frame and removable swing away extra-large foot plates with tool-free raising padded leg rests.
Frame
The frame of a bariatric wheelchair is designed to be tough 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 style. Folding frames are the most typical as they make it simple to transport and store the chair when not in usage.
Rigid frames have the advantage of not bending when the wheelchair is being propelled so they are usually easier to maneuver than chairs with a folding frame. The frame can be repaired or adjustable for different 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 hard to navigate 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 might also be harder to navigate the chair in small spaces like narrow corridors or entrances. Wheelchairs with a large seat can also require more space 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 risk of pressure ulcers due to obesity or other medical conditions. These wheelchairs have a seat that is designed to be long lasting and extra large to ensure the user has excellent posture while being in the chair. The finest method to determine the correct width of wheelchair seat for a user is to have them sit generally on the ground with a yardstick or determining tape put across their lap at the widest part which is generally around the hips. Include bariatric aids to this measurement to enable the using of winter coats.
Footrest
The footrest of a bariatric wheelchair needs to be very tough in order to take the additional weight of bigger users. The very best way to determine the proper width is for the user to rest on a strong surface and have their widest part of their thighs determined. This must be done throughout their lap and ideally with a yardstick instead of a measuring tape as this provides a more accurate measurement. Our variety of heavy-duty bariatric wheelchairs includes reclining designs with tool-free elevating leg rests that are angle adjustable. They can be lowered to hemi-level or totally raised and can also be gotten rid of completely if the user no longer needs them.