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How To Pick The Right Heavy Duty Wheelchair - 3 Types To Consider

Most standard wheelchairs can support users weighing 250 to 300 pounds. A disabled person who weighs more than that will need a heavy duty wheelchair to move around. Typically, heavy duty wheelchairs have weight capacities between 400 and 700 pounds.

Aside from increased weight capacities, these wheelchairs also offer greater seat widths. This is essential for larger patients. Standard wheelchairs usually have seat widths from 16 inches to 20 inches. On the other hand, a heavy duty wheelchair can have a seat width of 20 inches to 30 inches. The frames, wheels and upholstery are also reinforced, making them more durable and longer-lasting.

Choosing a Heavy Duty Wheelchair

Wheelchairs are expensive and can easily cost a thousand dollars or even more. With such a big investment, you should think carefully before deciding which one to buy. A number of important specifications must be considered such as weight capacity and seat width. These specifications will depend on the user.

You must also decide on an arm style, whether it should be desk arms or full arms, stationary or adjustable height, and padded or unpadded. The leg rest style can be stationary, elevating, swing away, padded or unpadded. You can also choose between a self-propelling wheelchair and transport type.

Bariatric Wheelchair

A bariatric wheelchair is a type of heavy duty wheelchair designed to safely transport larger individuals. They can be electric or manual. Bariatric wheelchairs can support individuals weighing more than 300 pounds and up to 1,000 pounds. The frames are made of reinforced steel, aluminum or titanium. Seat widths are wider than standard wheelchairs and they come with customizable options. The tires are made of solid rubber, allowing increased support and minimizing the possibility of tire failure.

Because they are heavily reinforced, bariatric wheelchairs are much heavier than standard wheelchairs. This can be an issue if you have to transport the wheelchair and the user.

Heavy Duty Folding Wheelchair

A folding wheelchair is a great option for frequent travelers because they do not take up a large amount of storage space. They can even be disassembled for greater portability. You can get a heavy duty folding wheelchair with a capacity of 400 lbs. up to 500 lbs. However, you may have to sacrifice some degree of portability. This type of wheelchair costs more than $1,000. The price depends on the weight capacity, seat width, and accessories.

Heavy duty wheelchairs provide mobility to individuals weighing more than 300 lbs. Their high-strength construction and extra reinforcements offer safe transport for extra-large individuals.

 

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