{"product_id":"probasics-k2-wheelchair-16-inch-seat-width","title":"ProBasics K2 Wheelchair WC21616DE, 16-Inch Seat Width with Elevating Leg Rests, 24-Inch Rear Wheels, 300 lbs Capacity","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhen recovering from lower-extremity trauma, joint surgery, or circulatory complications, finding a clinical manual chair that supports petite body frames while delivering therapeutic leg positioning is critical. The \u003cstrong\u003eProBasics K2 wheelchair 16-inch seat width\u003c\/strong\u003e (model WC21616DE) provides targeted postural stability on a heavy-duty slide-tube structural steel chassis. Engineered with a scratch-resistant silver vein powder coating, this 300 lb load-rated manual wheelchair combines hospital-grade rigidity with everyday residential handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe defining clinical highlight of this WC21616DE configuration is its pneumatic piston-assisted elevating leg rest system. Unlike standard stepped-ratchet elevating riggings that force legs into fixed positions, the integrated gas-assist piston allows infinite elevating angles, giving patients micro-level elevation control to eliminate joint tension and promote venous drainage. Padded flip-back armrests unlatch and detach completely, providing an open side profile for smooth lateral bed and wheelchair transfers. A dual-axle hub bracket enables tool-free hemi-height drop for independent foot-assisted propulsion, while 24-inch rear wheels with solid flat-free urethane tires, 8″ × 1″ solid rubber front casters, precision sealed bearings, and an ultra-compact 11-inch folded width make daily transport and storage seamless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eClinical \u0026amp; Mechanical Advantages of the WC21616DE\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScaled 16-inch seat width keeps petite adults and adolescents centered, preventing lateral leaning and pelvic tilting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePneumatic gas-piston elevating leg rests deliver infinite angle adjustability without jerky notch adjustments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePadded calf panels and composite footplates with heel loops secure lower limbs during leg elevation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReinforced slide-tube steel chassis with silver vein finish resists mechanical torsion under 300 lb occupant loads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual-axle frame mounting plates allow rapid conversion from standard sitting height to hemi height for heel walking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePadded flip-back armrests unlatch and detach fully to create open access for sliding-board transfers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintenance-free 24-inch rear wheels with solid urethane tires ensure flat-free travel on asphalt, gravel, and carpet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid rubber 8″ × 1″ front casters roll smoothly over floor transitions, thresholds, and sidewalk joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision sealed front and rear bearings lock out moisture, dust, and hair for silent, low-resistance propulsion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLateral folding cross-brace design collapses to an ultra-compact 11-inch width for vehicle trunk loading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear backrest chart pocket stores therapy documents, personal tablets, and daily essentials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePositive push-to-lock manual toggle brakes secure the drive wheels firmly during patient transfers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Breakdown \u0026amp; Dimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEngineering Attribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMeasurement \/ Specification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Model Line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProBasics K2 Standard Hemi Series (Model: WC21616DE)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeating Area Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16-Inch Seat Width × 16-Inch Seat Depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStructural Weight Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300 lbs Maximum Occupant Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrame Construction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeavy-Duty Slide-Tube Welded Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChassis Coating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTextured Silver Vein Powder Coating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAxle Engineering\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDual Axle for Standard to Hemi-Level Height Adjustment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArmrest Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlip-Back, Padded, Upholstered, Fully Removable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLeg Rest Hardware\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePneumatic Piston Infinite-Position Elevating Leg Rests with Heel Loops\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRear Drive Wheels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24-Inch Rear Wheels with Solid Urethane Tires\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFront Caster Setup\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8″ × 1″ Solid Rubber Casters with Multi-Position Forks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWheel Bearings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrecision Sealed Bearings (Front Forks \u0026amp; Rear Hubs)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFolded Storing Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11 Inches (Lateral Cross-Brace Fold)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUpholstery Composition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDurable Wipe-Clean Padded Vinyl\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage Integration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeavy-Duty Integrated Rear Backrest Chart Pocket\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrake System\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePush-to-Lock Lever Wheel Brakes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Benefits Most from this 16-Inch Model\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePetite Adults \u0026amp; Youth Individuals:\u003c\/strong\u003e Correct 16-inch seat width prevents slouching, spinal skewing, and rubbing against armrest side guards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePost-Surgical Orthopedic Patients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gas-piston leg rests let users elevate knee, ankle, or hip surgeries to the exact angle advised by surgeons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChronic Edema \u0026amp; Swelling Management:\u003c\/strong\u003e Raising the lower limbs above pelvic level promotes lymphatic fluid drainage and relieves lower-leg pressure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoot-Propelling Stroke Patients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dual-axle height drop lowers the seat so users can plant heels on the ground and pull the chair forward.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApartment Dwellers \u0026amp; Caregivers:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 11-inch folded profile slips into tight closets, behind vehicle seats, or into compact sedan trunks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAssembly, Adjustment \u0026amp; Routine Maintenance Guidance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo unfold the wheelchair, place hands flat on the outer seat rails and press firmly downward until the cross-brace locks fully open and the seat vinyl is taut. Slide the pneumatic elevating leg rests onto the front frame pins and rotate inward until the latch clicks. To elevate the leg rest, lift the leg frame upward to the desired height; to lower it, pull the pneumatic release lever and gently guide the leg rest down. To lower the seat to hemi height, unbolt the rear axle assemblies, move them to the higher frame bracket position, and adjust the front caster stems. Always push both manual wheel locks forward into lock before patient transfers. Wipe the silver vein frame and vinyl upholstery with a soft cloth dampened with mild soap or healthcare surface wipes, drying thoroughly with a clean towel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExplore More Mobility Solutions at All Care Store\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt All Care Store, we are committed to enhancing everyday independence and clinical care through high-quality, dependable medical equipment distributed quickly nationwide from Plano, Texas. 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