What's a good, reliable fold-up wheelchair for a heavier, larger person?
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May want to seek out a forum specifically for obese wheelchair bound individuals. \n\nOr, maybe you can find some good info at a medical supplies store.
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if you are active you will want an ultralight rigid frame chair I have an action(brand) A-4 (model) it is a nice every day chair and very adjustable while you learn how you like it set up.
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coming from 32 years of being disabled myself ( i am in a wheelchair permanently) i would say most people that use a chair, scooter etc. probably needs it but i have saw some people who were trying to trick their insurance company.
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Try Discount Tire  -  they are really good and reasonable, too.
995958
Get thee to your local bike shop.  Get fitted.  I have a KHS folding bike that I keep in the trunk of my car.  It is great to get around on and a little bit of exercise when necessary, but I wouldn't recommend it for long rides.  Ride safe!
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Here you go:\n\n\n\n\n\nhttp://www.sitincomfort.com/bigbubbachair.html\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nhttp://www.myles-rec.com/Recreation/Portable%20Chairs/portablechairs.htm\n\nTake "2" Folding Chair For Two\nFolding Chair For Two\n\nNeat folding chair provides seat for you and a friend all in one lightweight package. Take "2" is perfect for rallies, trade shows, sporting events and fishing because it folds flat and is easy to carry. Center "pocket" is convenient place for food, tackle, etc.\n154-136 $19.95\n\n\nLargest beach chair everLargest beach chair ever\n\n¥The ultimate in comfort ¥The arms contain a drink holder and a space to fit a book or radio/cassette player.\n¥Made of heavy-gauge aluminum tubing\n¥Largest beach chair ever made\n109-102 $34.95
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You can cover this under your home contents policy for accidental damage, theft etc.....Speak to them to arrange the cover - it should not be expensive.\n\nWith regards to extended warranty, I suggest you speak to the supplier.   Be careful with these types of policy as they tend to be very expensive and provide little cover......I would suggest instead of paying this premium, put the money aside each month instead...this will build up over time, and will help towards the cost of any repairs etc if the wheelchair breaks down.\n\nGood luck
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I work with disabled persons.  Often a spouse will 'transfer' a person.  Like to help them from bed to a chair, or from a chair into a wheelchair.\n\nI've seen 110 lb. physical therapsits move a totally immobilized 240 guy from a wheelchair into a low bed.  It's all about technique.\n\nI doubt the therapist could have shouldered him up a flight of stairs alone, but simple transfers are pretty easy regardless of size if you know how to do it!
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Decreased use, and decreased weight bearing would normally be in order.  Short of obtaining a bike that unloads your upper body weight from your arms  (my choice due to my age) , you can  try modifying your bike to give you a more upright but less efficient position.\n\nObtaining a second more upright  bike (or a recumbent) would be a very good idea for this recovery period.  You could then switch back and forth depending on the problem with your arm.  \n\nBike adjustments for most efficient cycling are different from adjustments for injury recovery.\n\nYou might  also look for a Dr.'s advise who happens to be a regular cyclist.
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I ride a Gravity.  Independent trucks are the way to go. I'm sure they have their own website you can checkout.
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Go to your local multi-story carpark.  Ride it from the top to the bottom.  Ask any bystanders to "rate" the wheelchair, in terms of speed, cornering, how cool it looks.\n\nThen go back to the top and go down again, just for fun.
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Nautilus makes some good home gym equipment.  I have one that has attachments that can be added and removed to work legs.  Check out Consumer reports and then compare prices and specs at www.mysimon.com.\n\nKeep in mind that you don't ave to fave an expensive gy to get fit at home.  You can start out with dumbells, elastic bands and a jump rope.  The most important thing is that you start moving :-}\n\nFeel free to contact me if you have more questions.
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Hmmm.  The best idea I think of would be plastic surgery, although that is expensive and dangerous.  As an alternative, you could begin to immediately travel everywhere you go in a wheelchair.  This would cause your legs to atrophy and soon you would have pencil legs.
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Here is a link to Wheelchair accessible apartments available now in Chicago:\nhttp://www.apartments.com/Results.aspx?page=results&state=il&helicon=0&rgn1=1&area1=y&area2=y&prvpg=5&Rent_Minimum=200&Rent_Maximum=500&am30=0\nBest of luck in finding what you need.\n-Heather
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have you tried an aquatic lift? the patient can sit in the chair and eased into the water from the deck/pier. \nI use them for my disabled clients who work out in 6 foot pools. there are many kinds, I like the hydraulics.\n\nhere are a few types...\nhttp://www.usatechguide.org/techguide.php?vmode=1&catid=5\nhttp://www.aquacreek.com/ppl.htm\nhttp://www.redspools.com/Lifts.html\nhttp://www.aquatic-access.com/\nbest of luck!
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Durable medical equipment, such as wheelchair, bed-side commode, walker, cane, etc.
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try running, seams to burn more then walking, I know some people clam walking works just as good but they all seam to be large people.  you can also go to any store (most big box sores will have this) and go to there exercise equipment area then look for an abb wheel, its just a small wheel with a bar threw it.  use that, your tummy will be flat in no time.  It should run you around $10 or so, put a pillow or other padding down for you knees or they will not like it lol.