Wheelchairs are
necessity for those people who face trouble even walking for short distances. Using
wheelchairs in hospital is a common scenario, however this medical equipment is
used extensively in homes also. Manual and automatic wheelchairs are two kinds
of wheelchairs available in the market which further divide into transport,
lightweight and bariatric. All these wheelchairs differ from each other on
grounds of dimensions, specific features and prices. Bariatric
manual wheelchairs are ideal for those people who have strong built and
have good arm or hand strength for maneuvering chair by its own.
The basic design
of standard wheelchair is a seat with back, two small front caster wheels and
two large back wheels, handle bars and leg rests. The cost of standard chair is
affordable, however prices rise substantially if a person adds accessories or
customizes the design. For instance, some people with back pain problem
customize the bariatric manual
wheelchairs with reclining back.
This gives them freedom to recline the chair to a certain angle and sit
comfortably in a relaxing position. Lightweight and ultra lightweight are two
kinds of frame found in manual wheelchairs. The ultra lightweight frames
usually made of extremely light weight material like titanium and these wheelchairs
are even easy to fold, store and transport.
Some of the
models of bariatric manual wheelchairs
support all terrains and suitable to maneuver in all land surfaces. These
wheelchairs are ideal for those who like travelling outdoors and want to
accompany their friends and family members on a family trip. Bariatric
wheelchairs are electric powered also and operate easily with a push of buttons.
However, they are expensive and equipped with special features like reclining
back, elevated footrests, etc.
It is necessary
that before purchasing any manual or electric powered wheelchair, a person
should evaluate his needs carefully. If a person is looking for absolute
comfort while travelling, he should opt for electric powered model. On the
other hand, if a person is bariatric with good upper body strength and want a
chair to go around in house, he should consider standard models of bariatric manual wheelchairs. In the
online market, every style and kind of wheelchair is available on rental basis.
Thus, evaluate your needs and choose the model which you can afford.
