Swing Away Elevating Leg Rests

LEFT AND RIGHT. INCLUDES CALF PAD. 

Swing-Away Elevating Leg Rests Buyer’s Guide

Swing-Away Elevating Leg Rests are versatile wheelchair accessories designed to support and elevate the legs for improved circulation, comfort, and pressure relief. Suitable for users recovering from surgery, managing swelling, or requiring specific leg positioning, these leg rests combine practical adjustability with durable construction to meet a range of clinical and home care needs.

Elevating Wheelchair Leg Rests Improved Circulation

The wheelchair leg rests feature a ratcheting mechanism that allows the lower leg to be elevated to multiple angles. Raising the legs helps reduce edema by promoting venous return, especially for users prone to swelling or fluid accumulation. 

Swing-Away Wheelchair Leg Rests Easy Transfers

A key benefit of the elevating leg rest is its swing-away function, which lets the leg rest pivot away from the chair when not in use. By releasing the lever or pressing the push button, caregivers and users can move the leg rest aside, creating a clear space for safe lateral transfers into beds, cars, or other seating.

Customized Comfort

Each Swing-Away wheelchair leg rest includes a padded calf support that can be adjusted vertically to match the user’s leg length. The soft padding distributes pressure evenly along the calf, preventing discomfort or skin breakdown during extended use.

Swing-Away Wheelchair Leg Rest Universal Compatibility

These swing-away elevating leg rests are designed to fit a variety of wheelchair brands and models with compatible receiver brackets. Installation involves sliding the leg rest stem into the existing receiver and locking it with a lever or pin. Constructed with chrome-plated or powder-coated steel tubing, these wheelchair leg rests can withstand daily use without bending or warping. Reinforced components maintain stability even under higher weight loads, making the accessory suitable for bariatric wheelchairs when specified.

Elevating Wheelchair Leg Rest Adjustable Length

The elevating leg rest’s length adjusts telescopically to accommodate different lower leg lengths. Caregivers can customize the length to maintain the user’s knee at a comfortable angle and prevent hyperextension. Proper length adjustment helps maintain correct posture and reduces strain on the hips and lower back.

Swing-Away Elevating Leg Rests Review

Users and caregivers praise Swing-Away Elevating Leg Rests for their dependable adjustability and comfortable support. Many highlight the swing-away design’s role in simplifying transfers and repositioning.