bariatric wheelchair 400 lb capacity Wheelchair - 26 Inch Seat

bariatric heavy duty transport wheelchair wheelchairs are wider than standard wheelchairs and can support a higher weight capacity. They are used to help people with medical conditions that impact their mobility and for those who are overweight. This strong wheelchair has a silver metallic sturdy slide tube frame and removable swing away extra-large foot plates with tool-free elevating cushioned leg rests.
Frame

The frame of a bariatric manual wheelchair wheelchair is developed to be tough sufficient to support the additional weight of larger users. The frame can be made from steel, aluminum or titanium depending upon 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 simple to transport and keep the chair when not in use.

Rigid frames have the advantage of not bending when the wheelchair is being propelled so they are normally simpler to navigate than chairs with a folding frame. The frame can be repaired or adjustable for various seat widths and might have a double cross brace to include strength and stability.

Wheelchairs with a durable frame and a broad seat can be tough to maneuver in tight spaces. If the seat is too broad it can be difficult for the user to reach the hand rims of the wheelchair to move it and it may also be more challenging to navigate the chair in small spaces like narrow corridors or doorways. Wheelchairs with a broad seat can likewise need more space in the car to be securely carried in the trunk.
Seat

Normally, bariatric mobility aids wheelchairs are wider than basic wheelchairs and Bariatric Wheelchair 26 Inch Seat are utilized to support individuals that are at threat of pressure ulcers due to weight problems or other medical conditions. These wheelchairs have a seat that is developed to be long lasting and additional large to ensure the user has good posture while being in the chair. The very best method to identify the appropriate width of wheelchair seat for a user is to have them sit typically on the ground with a yardstick or determining tape positioned across their lap at the widest part which is typically around the hips. Add two inches to this measurement to allow for the using of winter season coats.
Footrest

The footrest of a bariatric wheelchair weight limit wheelchair has to be really durable in order to take the additional weight of larger users. The finest way to identify the right 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 instead of a tape step as this gives a more precise measurement. Our series of heavy-duty Bariatric Wheelchair 26 Inch Seat wheelchairs includes reclining models with tool-free raising leg rests that are angle adjustable. They can be reduced to hemi-level or fully raised and can also be eliminated totally if the user no longer requires them.