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Self Propelled Wheelchair With Elevated Leg Rest You can elevate your legs to relieve pain improve blood circulation and improve the comfort of your wheelchairs. Our wheelchairs come with elevating leg rests. They are easily incorporated into your manual wheelchairs and are angle adjustable. Puncture proof tyres all round ensure low maintenance and durability while giving you the comfort of a smooth, independent trip. The seat is made from sturdy nylon that provides comfort and security. It can also be easily cleaned. Bariatric Wheelchair with Leg Rests That Are Elevated People who weigh up to 50 stone can benefit from one or both legs being elevated at various angles using our bariatric chair with elevated leg rest. This is especially helpful for those who require their legs to be elevated to improve their comfort, or to aid in the recovery process from injury. The angle at which leg rests can be adjusted to suit the user. They can then be lowered if they no longer require their legs to be elevated completely. The Rhythm K7 Wheelchair has a steel frame and is made specifically for bariatric patients. It features a spacious 26-inch seat and can take users up to 50 stone. It comes with a variety of unique features, including the ability to remove the rear wheels with out any tools for quick and easy hemi-height adjustments. Armrests that flip up are padded and a height adjustable feetplate are also included. All of these features make Rhythm K7 wheelchairs one of the most flexible and adaptable available. It is ideal for a wide variety of scenarios and can be used by people with different needs, from those who need just their legs elevated to those who require full-time assistance when walking. Our wheelchair with elevating leg rests is also available to rent for the duration of a week. This allows you to try out the chair and see whether it is suitable for you before you decide whether or not to purchase. The cost of hiring covers delivery, collection and return of the wheelchair and all accessories. Wheelchair legrests are an essential accessory for wheelchair users. They provide additional support for feet and legs while sitting. Leg rests are simple to attach or detach, and they can be moved from one chair to the next so that you have them available. The standard legrests on the basic lightweight wheelchairs offered by Spinlife are swing-away or elevating leg rests, both suitable for the majority of users. Legrests that swing away can be adjusted to a comfortable level and then lowered to facilitate transfers to and from a wheelchair. The elevating leg rests are ideal for those who needs their legs be elevated. They are also equipped with Calf pads. Heavy User Wheelchair Elevated Leg Rest The Titus Heavy Duty Wheelchair With Elevating Legrests is made for those with bariatric issues who require leg rests. It has a sturdy frame that can accommodate larger frame sizes. This wheelchair is ideal for those with bigger needs. It has an adjustable seat that is up to 30 inches wide, a weight limit of 700lbs, a sturdy slide-tube silver vein steel frame and detachable feet plates that swing away. Many wheelchairs have powered elevating legrests which allow the user to raise his or her feet to a comfortable height for better circulation and reduced swelling. The legrests can be raised and lowered by a single movement. Some models come with the option of a calf-strap cushion for added comfort. This is particularly beneficial for those with weak knee flexion or arthritic condition as it allows them to remain in an upright (extended) position. The other type of legrest is referred to as an articulating legrest. It differs from the standard wheelchair legrest in that it can be placed at a variety of angles. This makes it a great choice for people who have issues with the angle of the knee when lowering or raising the footplate. The articulation alters the distance between the knee and footplate when in different positions, meaning that the footplate is larger when it is elevated compared to when it is when it is lowered. As they are usually powered, legrests with articulation do have an additional cost and as such you will often see them attached to a higher-end wheelchair. This is because of the additional components needed to power this kind of legrest, including a motor and actuator. The addition of these components adds weight to the overall weight of the wheelchair, making it more difficult to manoeuvre especially in tight spaces. There are two types of wheelchairs that have elevating legrests that can be lowered: swing away and center mount. Both have their advantages and disadvantages, but it depends on the personal preference of the user and their needs. Swing away legrests have the advantage that they can be placed on either side of the chair to allow greater freedom of movement but can be more vulnerable to damage because the actuator is located on the outside of the legrest where it is easily knocked by other users or objects in the room. The centre mount legrests are a safer choice because they are mounted in the middle of the wheelchair. They are also less likely to be struck. However, they don't provide as many positions and it is also worth considering that the centre mount can be a visual obstruction for some users. It is essential to speak to a healthcare professional about your options before choosing swing away or centre mounted legrests to ensure that the best legrest is chosen for your requirements. Standard Wheelchair with Elevated Leg Rest Standard wheelchairs with leg rests are made to help distribute pressure between the legs, which can help to prevent the formation of pressure sores. They also help improve circulation and comfort for the lower limbs, and aid in maintaining stability and balance. The padded leg rests are typically fitted to the front or rear of the wheelchair and are equipped with a variety of adjustable features. Some leg rests include the ability to swing away that makes it easier for users to move between and out of the wheelchair. Some have the telescoping footplate, which can be adjusted to fit different leg lengths. There are a number of different kinds of leg rests that are available for wheelchairs, and choosing the one that is right for you will depend on your medical condition. wheelchairs self propelled www.mymobilityscooters.uk are motorized while others are manual. There are also different angles that the leg rests are placed at, which will alter your sitting position as well as how easy it is to move around. The decision between an elevating leg rest or an leg rest that is articulating will depend on your medical conditions. Legrests that are elevated remain at the same height, and are good for those who can't bend their legs. If you are able to bend your legs and have an articulated legrest, it could be the best choice for you. This is because they adjust their length automatically, so you don't need to keep adjusting them manually. If you are planning on purchasing a wheelchair with a leg rest We recommend that you try it out before you make a final decision. This will allow you to select the best leg rest that is suitable for you and ensure that it is compatible well with the wheelchair that you've chosen. It is also recommended to speak with your therapist prior to selecting any accessories for your wheelchair, since they can guide you on the most suitable choices for you. At Easy Medical Store, we provide padded leg rests for wheelchairs that are available for rental by the week, day or even a month as an accessory to our wheelchair rentals. Visit our website for more details about the wheelchairs that we rent.