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Bariatric Wheelchair - 26 Inch Seat

Bariatric wheelchairs are wider 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 obese. This heavy duty wheelchair has a silver metal heavy-duty slide tube frame and removable swing away extra-large foot plates with tool-free elevating padded leg rests.
Frame

The frame of a bariatric wheelchair is developed to be sturdy 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 also be a stiff or a folding style. Folding frames are the most common as they make it simple to transport and keep the chair when not in usage.

lightweight bariatric transport wheelchair mymobilityscooters.uk  have the advantage of not flexing when the wheelchair is being propelled so they are usually much easier to maneuver than chairs with a folding frame. The frame can be fixed or adjustable for various seat widths and may have a double cross brace to include strength and stability.

Wheelchairs with a sturdy frame and a broad seat can be hard to steer in tight areas. If the seat is too large it can be tough for the user to reach the hand rims of the wheelchair to move it and it may also be harder to steer the chair in little spaces like narrow corridors or doorways. Wheelchairs with a broad seat can likewise need more area in the vehicle to be securely carried in the trunk.
Seat

Generally, bariatric wheelchairs are broader than basic wheelchairs and are utilized to support people that are at risk of pressure ulcers due to obesity or other medical conditions. These wheelchairs have a seat that is developed to be durable and additional broad to ensure the user has good posture while sitting in the chair. The very best method to identify the correct 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 widest part which is usually around the hips. Add two inches to this measurement to enable for the wearing of winter season coats.
Footrest

The footrest of a bariatric wheelchair has to be really strong in order to take the additional weight of bigger users. The very best method to identify the appropriate width is for the user to sit on a strong surface area and have their best part of their thighs determined. This need to be done throughout their lap and ideally with a yardstick rather than a measuring tape as this offers a more accurate measurement. Our series of durable bariatric wheelchairs includes reclining models with tool-free raising leg rests that are angle adjustable. They can be decreased to hemi-level or fully elevated and can likewise be eliminated entirely if the user no longer needs them.