Wheelchair Bariatric

Wheelchair Bariatric
Wheelchair BariatricWheelchair Bariatric

Wheelchair Bariatric .  Sizes from 26″up to 30″.  The perfect choice for Hospital Bariatric Units.  Bariatric Wheelchair sizes 24″and 26″have a load bearing capacity of up to 250kgs whereas the extra heavy duty option of 28″and 30″have a load bearing capacity of 325 kgs which will perfectly suit the specifications of any Bariatric Hospital Unit.

Product Description

Wheelchair Bariatric .  Sizes from 26″up to 30″.  The perfect choice for Hospital Bariatric Units.  Bariatric Wheelchair sizes 24″and 26″have a load bearing capacity of up to 250kgs whereas the extra heavy duty option of 28″and 30″have a load bearing capacity of 325 kgs which will perfectly suit the specifications of any Bariatric Hospital Unit.

The Invacare Topaz wheelchair is designed specifically to suit the unique and growing needs of the bariatric patients. The Topaz combines the strength and durability of a triple chrome-plated, carbon steel frame with the comfort of heavy-duty front riggings and arms for proper positioning.

With a variety of seat widths and depths, frame reinforcements that include gussetted sides, caster journals and dual heavy-duty crossbraces, this chair provides not only ease in maneuverability but stability that will be trusted for years to come.

Features

  • Full-length or desk-length fixed or adjustable height removable armrests
  • Dual axle positions allow for quick and simple seat-to-floor height variations, 17.5″ and 19.5″
  • Durable low-maintenance, triple chrome-plated, carbon steel frame is long-lasting
  • Flame-retardant upholstery resists mildew and bacteria, as well as cold-crack and UV damage
  • Heavy-duty arms designed to accommodate weight capacity and provide proper positioning
  • Reinforced frame includes gussetted sides, caster journals and dual heavy-duty crossbraces

What is bariatric equipment?

Bariatric equipment is heavy duty equipment designed for larger or obese patients. Bariatric Equipment designs cater for the larger person and features increased weight capacities, heavy duty supports and wider widths.

Bariatric wheelchairs are designed to be stronger, sturdy, and larger to suit the needs of an obese person.

Most equipment defined as bariatric has a 300 – 900 pound weight limit – though there is not a specific width or designated weight limit that defines bariatric products.

Bariatric definition is anyone regardless of age, who has limitations in health and social care due to their weight, physical size, shape, width, health, mobility, tissue viability and environmental access with one or more of the following area’s: