how do I know what size wheelchair I need? 17" or 19"?
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The best way is to sit on a tape measure, being sure the beginning end is just barely visible as you sit. Then look at the other end; if it is wider than 17 inches, go for the larger chair.
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The size relates to the width of the seat. How wide is the person who will using the chair?
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My mother uses this wheelchair, she is 5'1 approximately 140 pounds and fits comfortably. It certainly is not too big. She was actually used to a wheelchair that was larger but did not fit well in her condo.
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I have a 15 inch and it handles that size just right. It would be a tight squeeze for a 17 inch.
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A standard wheelchair has an 18" seat. For those who are more petite, manufacturer offer a smaller seat width of 16". To decide which chair would be more comfortable for your mother, try measuring how wide she is when she sits. That would give you an idea of how much space you will need.
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I just measured the seating area and 51 would work if width is 17" or smaller . The seating part the lifts up is 49" x 18" if that helps.
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According to the manufacture the Seat Height is Adjustable From 19.5" TO 21.5"
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It is seventeen inches. I am slightly handicapped due to knee surgery and cannot get up from low slung chair. This one works great for me and is comfortable to boot.
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I have 17" tires & the spare does rest against the hitch framing, so I can't say how a 19" would fit.
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They are packed away so I can't actually measure them right now, but I would say the 17" seems more correct.
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16 in square I'm 6"4' 250 lbs 18 wide hips, I have plenty of room. 23 wide30' long ncluding the foot rest when folded. 24 inch long wheel to wheel longThe wheelchair wouldn't have a problem traversing over any carpet, if you are going to drive on grass, drive slow, if it hits a hole you will be thrown you forward. Not fun.
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The Armband is adjustable, up to 14". It will unfortunately not fit with 17"
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I believe this unit only has 20" wide seats, which with 33 in hips would be to narrow. Don't remember but there a lot of places to buy wheelchairs< i've had 3 myself Invacare, Rosco was the x wide I had to start with. It was heavy duty and great weight capacity. Be sure you get one slightly bigger than you need, if your going to be in it alot you don't want to be piched to death and get a good pillow for the seat. I didn't want to spend big bucks on the ones made for the unit, so I got a couch pillow and use it. Remember also that the chair you get needs to fit through the doorways. If you get removable arms you can fudge a bit on seat size but by all means get it comfortable for you. I believe this unit only has 20" wide seats, which with 33 in hips would be to narrow. Don't remember but there a lot of places to buy wheelchairs< i've had 3 myself Invacare, Rosco was the x wide I had to start with. It was heavy duty and great weight capacity. Be sure you get one slightly bigger than you need, if your going to be in it alot you don't want to be piched to death and get a good pillow for the seat. I didn't want to spend big bucks on the ones made for the unit, so I got a couch pillow and use it. Remember also that the chair you get needs to fit through the doorways.... » Read More I believe this unit only has 20" wide seats, which with 33 in hips would be to narrow. Don't remember but there a lot of places to buy wheelchairs< i've had 3 myself Invacare, Rosco was the x wide I had to start with. It was heavy duty and great weight capacity. Be sure you get one slightly bigger than you need, if your going to be in it alot you don't want to be piched to death and get a good pillow for the seat. I didn't want to spend big bucks on the ones made for the unit, so I got a couch pillow and use it. Remember also that the chair you get needs to fit through the doorways. If you get removable arms you can fudge a bit on seat size but by all means get it comfortable for you. « Show Less
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19.4 would be the closest, but when I measured, it seems to be just under 19 inches.
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I replaced my arm pads earlier this year with replacements from Medline. I now believe the measurement that you refer to is standard for all wheelchairs, and should fit.
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Scooter I purchased a large size pack after reading some reviews about the fit. After purchasing it and trying both my 19 and a friend's 17, I think a med size will be a good fit for the 19. The large does look huge at times.
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MP Zimmerman, it's been a while since we returned the chair, but as I recall it was slightly shorter than standard height. For some reason 17 inches is the number that immediately came to mind. Hope that helps!
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20 1/2 to 21inches high. Seat is 7 1/2 inches at the center widening to 9 inches at the sides. This is about half the depth of a standard wheelchair. Side to side 18 inches, the size of a normal wheelchair seat. Width is a little wide for standard house doors.