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What is a Bariatric Scale?
The bariatric branch of medicine focuses on patients diagnosed with obesity. Bariatric scales are used to weigh bariatric patients with specialized needs.
The bariatric branch of medicine focuses on patients diagnosed with obesity. Bariatric scales are used to weigh bariatric patients with specialized weighing needs. Often designed with handrails or a seat, bariatric scales are ideal for weighing patients who need extra safety and support.
What’s the Difference Between Bariatric Scales and Regular Scales?
The difference between bariatric health scales and standard health scales is capacity. Bariatric scales are built to support more weight, typically up to 1,000 pounds. Scales for bariatric patients may be constructed with particularly strong material and a wider platform than regular health scales. There are also bariatric scales that can support the weight of patients in a bariatric wheelchair.
What is a Bariatric Wheelchair?
A bariatric wheelchair is made to hold more weight than the average wheelchair user. This type of wheelchair is made of stronger material and the seat is typically wider.
Rice Lake Weighing Systems Bariatric Scales
Rice Lake Weighing Systems offers bariatric scales built for optimal patient support. Designed with handrail and chair options, Rice Lake bariatric scales make it easier to allow healthcare workers to safely and accurately capture weight for all patients
Visit www.ricelake.com/health to learn more about Rice Lake’s complete line of health scales.
