Bariatric Wheelchairs - Especially For The Overweight

What happens if you face immobility problems due to obesity? You get a Bariatric wheelchair that is built to sustain heavy weight of between 700 to 850 pounds. There are many Bariatric chairs in the market which you can choose from which will help you restore some form of mobility while you undergo therapy. The next step then is, how do you identify one that would be suited to you?

The first thing you need to do is to evaluate the chair size. Always try to choose the larger and wider size as your aim is for a chair that is capable of holding your maximum weight, even if you do grow heavier later.  Seat height is determined by the measurement from your feet to the back of your knees. This is why it is important for you to sit straight with feet flat on the floor, with your shin placed straight and vertical. It’s best that you wear flat sole shoes when in the process of determining the seat height for your Bariatric wheel chair.

Leave 1 to 2 inches between the back of your legs to the front section of your seat. Apart from that, your wheelchair should remain comfortable, which is why you should leave a space of 1 to 2 inches between your body and the sides of the wheelchair. Next, the backrest is also important for good support. This is why the backrest of a Bariatric wheel chair should support your back up to your mid shoulder blade. Its purpose is to help you avoid back pain, which is why it should provide you pressure relief. However, if you need to use a reclining wheelchair, then your entire back should be supported with your backrest extending up to 1 inch below your shoulder blade.

Ensure armrest height is at the correct level and use tires that provide you with some cushioning while turning, for a smoother ride. Finally, choose a hard seat for ,as these seats are more durable and provides good weight distribution. In conclusion, although there are many considerations when it comes to finding a suitable Bariatric wheelchair, they are all essential so that you make the right choice.