Your Handy Guide to Common Types of Wheelchair for Rent

roger mack
Sep 5, 2018 · 2 min read
MEDICAL EQUIPMENT AT HOME

Misfortune related to health may strike us any moment. If it’s you or someone you’re close with suddenly gets confined to a wheelchair, life becomes unbelievably hectic, not only for you but also for all concerned. In such situations you must’ve heard the doctors and the medical support staffs discuss about the type of wheelchair that will suit the patient the best.

Wheelchairs for rent in Kolkata can be classified into several categories. This categorisation is made on the basis of a patient’s degree of mobility and ofcourse specific needs. Here’s a quick, handy list for your convenience.

Category 1 wheelchairs: These chairs are meant for people, who’ll use it occasionally. The usual weight of this range of wheelchairs is above 38 pounds and they’re made of steel. The functionality includes:

  • Removable arm
  • Elevating or swing away footrest

Last but never the least, this range of products is easily available on rent.

Category 2 wheelchairs: This variety is almost identical to the one we just discussed above. However, the two ranges vary in weight. Category 2 wheelchairs are much lighter and weigh in between 25 to 38 pounds. These are also made from blending carbon fibre with the metal aluminium. The constituents explain the huge weight difference. This category of the product is meant for people, who are much dependent on wheelchair for their mobility.

Category 3 wheelchairs: This variety of wheelchairs has greater customisation features compared to that of the first two categories. Alike the category 2 products, these are also:

  • Much lighter in weight (ranging between 25 to 38 pounds)
  • Equipped with removable footrests and armrests
  • They come with anti-tippers to prevent accidental falls

Moreover, the category 3 wheelchairs have easily adjustable CG or centre of gravity. This factor optimises the performance of the chairs while wheeling across the surface.

These days, it’s easier to avail these cutting-edge medical products on rent. In this context, it is relevant mentioning, the demand for Air Bed for Rent in Kolkata is rising steadily. If you’re in need to these items, make sure to rent from a reputed business establishment. The reputed names in this business provide equipment that is in good running condition.

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