Steev Smeeth's blog : Bariatric Manual Wheelchairs with Extra Reinforcement to Offer Stable Ride

Manual wheelchairs are the ones that a user needs to propel by his own. A bariatric manual wheelchair is similar to manual wheelchairs with greater weight holding capacities. Heavy users with mobility issues are unable to leave their homes, visit friends or neighbours or go for shopping alone. They are dependent upon their family members for going outside their homes. But when bariatric wheelchairs are there, they can enjoy an active lifestyle which indirectly improves their quality of life.

Increased mobility is not the only benefit of using bariatric wheelchairs. When a bariatric user uses the right kind of mobility assistive devices, they experience a greater sense of security and comfort. These wheelchairs are specially designed to accommodate heavy users so that they can sit comfortably both for short and long duration.

Features of Bariatric Manual Wheelchairs

Some of the salient features of these wheelchairs are as follows:

The backs and seats of these chairs are constructed with heavyweight upholstery material and have extra reinforcement so that they can hold on the weight of heavy users.
The overall size of these wheelchairs including seat are bigger than standard wheelchairs so that users can sit comfortably by providing adequate support to their upper and lower back.
The backrest and seat of the wheelchair usually tilts to a certain angle so that it can provide adequate support and maintain the user’s center of gravity. This feature is also extremely useful for those people who have certain breathing issues or suffering from cardiovascular or pulmonary issues.
These wheelchairs are fitted with heavy duty reinforced metal tubing so that can easily hold weight up to 700 lbs. Some wheelchairs are even capable of holding weight up to 1000 lbs.

Mostly, you will find bariatric manual wheelchairs made from steel material for improved resistance. As per your budget, you can either purchase or take these wheelchairs on affordable rental rates.

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