65 devices · GMDN 41328
A bariatric wheelchair is a manually operated mobility device designed for individuals with obesity who require additional support and width for safe seating. It features a reinforced frame, an extra-wide seat, and rear wheels that can be driven by the occupant or pushed by an attendant, enabling independent or assisted movement.
This category includes devices that are collapsible or disassemblable for easier transport and storage. These wheelchairs are regulated as medical devices based on their intended use for mobility support in individuals with disabilities or limited ambulatory capacity, and their classification depends on jurisdictional rules governing assistive technology.
This category summary is AI-generated from the GMDN nomenclature and has not been verified by a human reviewer.