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Bariatric Wheelchair – 26 Inch Seat Bariatric wheelchairs are broader than basic wheelchairs and can support a higher weight capacity. They are utilized to assist people with medical conditions that impact their mobility and for those who are overweight. This sturdy wheelchair has a silver metal heavy-duty slide tube frame and removable swing away extra-large foot plates with tool-free raising cushioned leg rests. Frame The frame of a bariatric wheelchair is created to be durable 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 common as they make it easy to transport and save the chair when not in usage. Rigid frames have the benefit of not bending when the wheelchair is being propelled so they are usually simpler to maneuver 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 broad seat can be challenging to steer in tight spaces. 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 also be harder to maneuver the chair in small spaces like narrow hallways or doorways. bariatric high back wheelchair with a wide seat can likewise need more space in the vehicle to be safely transported in the trunk. Seat Generally, bariatric wheelchairs are wider than basic wheelchairs and are utilized to support individuals that are at risk of pressure ulcers due to weight problems or other medical conditions. These wheelchairs have a seat that is developed to be durable and additional large to ensure the user has good posture while sitting in the chair. The very best method to identify the appropriate width of wheelchair seat for a user is to have them sit generally on the ground with a yardstick or measuring tape put throughout their lap at the widest part which is generally around the hips. Add 2 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 finest way to figure out the correct width is for the user to sit on a solid surface area and have their best part of their thighs measured. This ought to be done throughout their lap and ideally with a yardstick rather than a tape step as this gives a more accurate measurement. Our variety of heavy-duty bariatric wheelchairs includes reclining models with tool-free elevating leg rests that are angle adjustable. They can be decreased to hemi-level or completely raised and can likewise be removed entirely if the user no longer needs them.