Bariatric Sorrento

The Bariatric Sorrento is a tilt-in-space bariatric chair on wheels, designed to support patients weighing up to 294 kg while reducing the risk of injury to both the patient and caregiver.

The Bariatric Sorrento Plus is also available, featuring a 1,000 mm seat width and a higher safe working load of up to 450 kg.

Fully motorised to limit patient handling, the Bariatric Sorrento accommodates the user’s unique body shape, helping to limit sliding while providing postural support and repositioning. Removable arms also assist with side transferring, sling application and removal.

The Bariatric Sorrento chair takes into consideration the weight of the client, body proportions, physical dimensions, range of movement, mobility and transfers. The needs of caregiver safety are also incorporated into the design of the chair.

With its adaptability and effortless adjustment, the Bariatric Sorrento can be adjusted to suit the changing needs of a user, or readjusted to suit the needs of a new user, ensuring their comfort, posture and pressure management remain uncompromised.

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Features

The Bariatric Sorrento has;

700mm or 850mm seat width as standard with the ability to adjust smaller or larger in both models.  

1000mm seat width and 450kg SWL for the Bariatric Sorrento Plus.

Removable bottom cushion to accommodate Gluteal Shelf.

Tilt in space to allow for re-positioning for pressure care and comfort of the user. Elevating leg rest and recline are also standard.

Dartex multi stretch pressure management materials throughout all patient contact surfaces. This material is breathable with moisture permeability to ensure that the surface remains dry and comfortable for the user. This material can be wiped down for infection control and hygiene requirements.

Medium to high pressure management cushion, using memory foam. This cushion is removable for cleaning and if you wish to use a different type. An advantage of our memory foam cushions is they do not require maintenance or adjustment for each person, unlike a gel or air cushion. The cushion is also easily replaceable.

Adjustable seat width, foot plate height and seat depth allows the chair to fit the size and requirements of the user.

A light weight frame with directional castors to allow the chair to be easily pushed in a straight line or moved throughout a small room.

NDIS / Contracts

NDIS Item Code: 05_180921181_0103_1_2

On NSW Health Contract HSSP_HC19_CF820

For a copy of all compliance codes for Seating Matters chairs, see here.

Suitable For These Conditions

  • Weight of up to 294kg – Standard range
  • Weight of up to 450kg – Plus range
  • Pronounced gluteal shelf
  • Reduced mobility
  • Low muscle tone
  • Abducted lower limbs
  • High fluid retention
  • Joint and muscle contractures
  • Osteoarthristis
  • Spinal cord injury
  • Head injury
  • Stroke
  • Multiple sclerosis
  • Parkinson’s disease
  • Dementia
  • Alzheimer’s disease

Main Uses

NDIS/Home Care – Care Facilities

Suitable for brain injury, stroke, any type of non ambulant bariatric person requiring pressure care and comfort.

Hospital

Suitable for patients Useful for those in high dependency wards at risk of pressure injury. Eg; HDU ward, surgical wards, general medical wards, geriatric medicine, stroke and neuro, transitional care and acute care.

Parts & Accessories

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Case Studies

Case Study: Finding a Bariatric Chair for Alan

In this case study, we meet 41-year-old Alan - a 294kg bariatric patient, who required significant assistance from caregivers, and did not have a chair to accommodate his weight or needs. We explore the functional and postural changes that resulted from Alan's trial of a Bariatric Sorrento chair, and hear directly from both Alan and his carers.

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Case Study: A Bariatric Chair for Stroke Recovery

Case Study - Bariatric Seating, Falls Prevention

This is the story of Len, a bariatric gentleman of 181kg, who was admitted to hospital after suffering a stroke. Because of Len's condition, he was spending most of his time in bed and had trouble sitting upright. The Bariatric Sorrento was a game changer, enabling Len to sit upright for most of the day and adjust his positioning, leading to a dramatic improvement in his condition and state of mind.

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Brochures

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