bariatric Wheelchair 26 inch seat Wheelchair – 26 Inch Seat

Bariatric wheelchairs are larger than standard 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 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 heavy duty transport wheelchair wheelchair is developed to be strong sufficient to support the extra 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 use.

Rigid frames have the advantage 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 different seat widths and might have a double cross brace to include strength and stability.

Wheelchairs with a heavy-duty frame and a broad seat can be challenging to navigate in tight areas. 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 might likewise be more challenging to steer the chair in little areas like narrow corridors or entrances. Wheelchairs with a large seat can likewise need more area in the automobile to be securely transferred in the trunk.
Seat

Generally, bariatric aids wheelchairs are larger than standard wheelchairs and are used to support individuals that are at threat of pressure ulcers due to obesity or other medical conditions. These wheelchairs have a seat that is created to be long lasting and additional broad to make sure the user has excellent posture while being in the chair. The finest method 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 put throughout their lap at the largest part which is normally around the hips. Include 2 inches to this measurement to enable for the wearing of winter coats.
Footrest

The footrest of a bariatric wheelchair needs to be very tough in order to take the additional weight of larger users. The finest method to determine the proper width is for the user to rest on a solid surface and have their best part of their thighs determined. This must be done throughout their lap and preferably with a yardstick instead of a measuring tape as this offers a more precise measurement. Our series of durable bariatric wheelchair 400 lb capacity wheelchairs consists of reclining designs with tool-free raising leg rests that are angle adjustable. They can be reduced to hemi-level or completely elevated and can also be eliminated entirely if the user no longer requires them.