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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 used to help individuals with medical conditions that impact their mobility and for those who are obese. 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 wheelchair is designed to be durable enough to support the additional weight of bigger 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 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 normally simpler to navigate than chairs with a folding frame. bariatric wheelchair recliner can be repaired or adjustable for different seat widths and may have a double cross brace to include strength and stability. Wheelchairs with a durable frame and a large seat can be hard to maneuver in tight areas. If the seat is too broad it can be hard for the user to reach the hand rims of the wheelchair to propel it and it might likewise be harder to maneuver the chair in small areas like narrow corridors or entrances. Wheelchairs with a wide seat can likewise need more area in the car to be safely transferred in the trunk. Seat Generally, bariatric wheelchairs are wider than basic 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 developed to be durable and additional wide to make sure the user has great posture while being in the chair. The best way to figure out 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 throughout their lap at the largest part which is usually around the hips. Include two inches to this measurement to enable for the wearing of winter coats. Footrest The footrest of a bariatric wheelchair has to be very sturdy in order to take the additional weight of bigger users. The finest way to determine the appropriate width is for the user to sit on a solid surface and have their largest part of their thighs determined. This ought to be done throughout their lap and ideally with a yardstick instead of a measuring tape as this offers a more precise measurement. Our variety of heavy-duty bariatric wheelchairs includes reclining designs with tool-free raising leg rests that are angle adjustable. They can be decreased to hemi-level or totally raised and can likewise be gotten rid of totally if the user no longer needs them.