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Self Propelled Wheelchair With Elevated Leg Rest

You can elevate your legs to ease discomfort, improve blood circulation and improve the comfort of your wheelchairs. Our wheelchairs have elevating leg rests. These leg rests can be connected to manual wheelchairs and they are adjustable in angle.

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Bariatric Wheelchair with Leg Rests Elevated

Our bariatric chair with an elevated leg rests allow users with a weight of up to 50 stones to benefit from having one or both of their legs elevated at varying angles. This is particularly beneficial for those who need their legs to be elevated to improve their comfort or aid with injury recovery. The angle of the elevating leg rests can be set to a position that is suitable for the user, and then they can be lowered in the event that they no longer need their legs to be completely elevated.

The Rhythm K7 Wheelchair is a high-quality steel frame wheelchair specifically designed for use with bariatric. It has a spacious 26-inch seat and can carry up to 50 stone. It has a number of distinctive features like the non-tool removal of the rear wheels for quick and simple height adjustment for the hemi, flip up arm rests with padding and a height-adjustable footplate.

All of these features make Rhythm K7 wheelchairs one of the most adaptable and versatile on the market. It is suitable for a variety of scenarios and can be utilized by a wide range of people with different needs.

You can also rent our wheelchair that has elevating leg rests for a whole week. This allows you to try the chair out and determine whether it's suitable for you prior to deciding whether or not you want to purchase it. The cost of hiring covers delivery, collection and return of the wheelchair and all accessories.

Wheelchair leg rests are an easy yet essential accessory for most wheelchair users, since they provide extra support for legs and feet when sitting in the chair. The leg rests are simple to attach or remove and they can be moved from chair to chair so that you have them available. The most common legrests on the basic lightweight wheelchairs sold at Spinlife are swing-away or elevating leg rests, both suitable for most users. The swingaway legrests are a great option for many because they can be raised to a height that is comfortable and then lower again to facilitate transfers into and out of the wheelchair. Elevating leg rests can be used by anyone who requires their legs elevated. They are equipped with cushioning for the calf.

Heavy User Wheelchair Elevated Leg Rest

The Titus Heavy Duty Wheelchair With Elevating Legrests is designed for those with bariatric issues who require leg rests. It features a sturdy frame that can accommodate larger frames. This wheelchair is perfect for those with larger requirements. It comes with the capacity of a seat that is 30 inches wide with the weight limit is 700lbs, a durable slide-tube silver vein steel frame and a swing-away feet plate that can be detached.

Legrests that are powered elevating are a common feature found on many wheelchairs, and enable the user to elevate their feet to a comfortable level for improved circulation and reduced swelling. Some models come with an calf pad to provide comfort, however the main benefit of this type of legrest is that it can be elevated and lowered in a single motion. 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 known as an articulating legrest and differs from the standard wheelchair legrest in that it is able to be positioned at a number of angles. This makes it an ideal choice for those who may have difficulty with the knee bend when lowering or elevating the footplate. The articulation changes the distance between the knee and footplate when in different positions. This means that the footplate will be larger when it's elevated than when it's lowered.

Because they are powered, the legrests that articulate do have an additional cost and consequently, you'll see them installed on a more specialized wheelchair. This is due to the additional components needed to power this kind of legrest including a motor, actuator and controls. Having these additional parts also adds to the overall weight of the wheelchair, making it more difficult to manoeuvre particularly in tight spaces.

There are two main types of wheelchairs with elevating legrests, swing away and centre mount. Both have their advantages and disadvantages, but it depends on the personal preference of the user and their requirements. Legrests that swing away can be placed on either side of the chair for greater mobility. However they are more susceptible to damage since the actuator is situated behind the legrest. This is where it is susceptible to being thrown over by other people and other objects in the room.

Centre mount legrests offer an alternative that is safer as they are fixed to the central part of the wheelchair and are less likely to be affected. However, they do not offer as many positioning options and it is also worth considering that the center mount can be a visual obstacle for certain users. It is crucial to talk to a healthcare professional about your options prior to deciding on swing away or centre mounted legrests to make sure that the right legrest is chosen for your requirements.

Standard Wheelchair with Elevated Leg Rest

Standard wheelchairs with foot rests are crafted to help distribute pressure across the legs and prevent the formation of pressure sores. They can also help with increased circulation and comfort in the lower limbs and also help maintain stability and balance. The padded legrests are generally placed on the front or back of the wheelchair, and have a variety options for adjustment. Some leg rests come with the ability to swing away, which makes it easier to move from and into a wheelchair. Others feature the telescoping footplate, which can be adjusted to suit different leg lengths.

There are a number of different kinds of leg rests for wheelchairs, and choosing the one that is right for you will depend on your medical health. Some leg rests have motors, while others don't. There are different angles that the leg rests are placed at, which will alter your sitting position as well as how it is easy to move around.

The choice between an elevating leg rest or an articulated leg rest will depend on your medical condition. Elevating legrests are at the same height and are good for those who can't bend their legs. If transit wheelchair vs self propelled can bend your legs, an articulated legrest may be better for you. They will automatically adjust the length, so you won't have to adjust them manually.


If you're planning on buying a wheelchair that has leg rests, we recommend that you try it out before you make a final decision. This will ensure you get the right type of leg rest that meets your requirements, and also that it will fit comfortably in the wheelchair you have selected. It is also advisable to consult with your therapist regarding the best wheelchair accessories for you.

At Easy Medical Store, we provide padded leg rests for wheelchairs that can be rented by the week, day or month, as a custom accessory to our wheelchair rentals. Visit our website for more information about the wheelchairs that we rent.

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