Bariatric wheelchair is designed to be used at a time in your life that a little extra help and assistance is necessary. They come in both manual and electric motive styles. Weight capacities range from 250 pounds up to 1000 pounds and seating dimensions can be customized to fit any type body.
Wheelchairs should be comfortable for the patient and need to give a feeling of security. The extra support and stability offered by a properly designed wheelchairs increases patient safety. Because chairs have increased axle support, during transport, they feel more stable and have a smoother ride than a traditional chair. Additionally, they are designed for allowing smoother patient transfer in and out of the chair with less likelihood of tilting over.
A bariatric wheelchair allows patients to move around and participate in social activities such as meals or being outdoors. This sensory input is very important for people who spend a lot of time being immobile. Being a part of their surroundings and communicating with others in a more natural environment really improves the quality of life for a disabled person.
