bariatric Wheelchair 24 inch Seat self propelled bariatric wheelchair Seat Width
Seat Width
Having the right seat width is essential to wheelchair bariatric transit 24 inch users who spend longer periods in their chairs. Too narrow a seat will trigger pressure on the hips and thighs which might cause sores or pressure points. Having too wide a seat can also make it challenging for the user to reach the hand rims to propel themselves or maneuver in little areas.
To measure the appropriate seat width an individual would sit on a chair normally and have their measurement taken throughout their lap at the best point which is usually their hips. A bariatric transport wheelchair 400 lb capacity measuring tape can be used to measure this, but a backyard stick is preferred as it prevents individuals from covering the tape around their hips which would provide an incorrect outcome.
The basic bariatric wheelchair for sale near me seat width is 16" (narrow grownup), 18" (basic grownup), and 20" (wide adult). For bariatric high back wheelchair patients, a 24" seat is available.
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