Bariatric Wheelchair - 26 Inch Seat

Bariatric wheelchairs are wider than basic wheelchairs and can support a greater weight capacity. They are utilized to help people with medical conditions that affect their mobility and for those who are obese. This sturdy wheelchair has a silver metal durable slide tube frame and removable swing away extra-large foot plates with tool-free raising cushioned leg rests.
buy bariatric wheelchair of a bariatric wheelchair is created to be durable enough 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 rigid or a folding style. Folding frames are the most common as they make it easy to transport and keep the chair when not in use.

Stiff frames have the advantage of not bending when the wheelchair is being propelled so they are typically much easier to navigate than chairs with a folding frame. The frame can be repaired or adjustable for various seat widths and may have a double cross brace to add strength and stability.

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


Usually, bariatric wheelchairs are wider than standard wheelchairs and are used to support people that are at risk 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 ensure the user has great posture while being in the chair. The best way to determine the correct width of wheelchair seat for a user is to have them sit normally on the ground with a yardstick or measuring tape put across their lap at the largest part which is generally around the hips. Include 2 inches to this measurement to enable for the wearing of winter coats.
Footrest

The footrest of a bariatric wheelchair has to be extremely durable in order to take the extra weight of larger users. The best method to figure out the correct width is for the user to rest on a strong surface and have their largest part of their thighs measured. This must be done across their lap and preferably with a yardstick rather than a measuring tape as this gives a more accurate measurement. Our range of heavy-duty bariatric wheelchairs consists of reclining designs with tool-free raising leg rests that are angle adjustable. They can be reduced to hemi-level or totally raised and can also be removed entirely if the user no longer needs them.