{"product_id":"strongback-24-lightweight-folding-wheelchair-with-attendant-brakes-ergonomic-lumbar-support-effortless-caregiver-control","title":"STRONGBACK 24 Lightweight Folding Wheelchair with Attendant Brakes – Ergonomic Lumbar Support \u0026 Effortless Caregiver Control","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSTRONGBACK 24 Ergonomic Lightweight Wheelchair with Integrated Lumbar Support and Companion Handbrakes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    Standard manual wheelchairs are notorious for forcing the occupant into a slouched, unhealthy posture. Because their fabric backs lack structural curvature, they flatten the natural \"S-curve\" of the spine, leading to lower back fatigue, tailbone pressure, and severe physical discomfort over extended periods of sitting. The STRONGBACK 24 Folding Wheelchair completely revolutionizes seated mobility. By integrating patented, award-winning posture-support technology directly into the structural frame, this lightweight chair cradles the lower back and keeps the pelvis in a comfortable, healthy alignment.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    Weighing a mere 25.8 pounds (with wheels removed), the STRONGBACK 24 is exceptionally easy for caregivers to lift into car trunks or closets. This upgraded model features high-leverage attendant drum brakes mounted directly to the push handles. These companion-controlled handbrakes allow a spouse, family member, or clinical aide to safely modulate speed and lock the wheels down on steep driveways, handicap ramps, or bumpy sidewalks without bending down. Outfitted with quick-release rear wheels, swing-away footrests, and premium flat-free tires, this wheelchair blends unparalleled therapeutic comfort with true transport convenience.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Benefits for the Home:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePatented Ergonomic Support:\u003c\/b\u003e Built-in lumbar curvature is integrated directly into the frame, preventing slouching, relieving tailbone strain, and ensuring all-day sitting comfort.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCaregiver Attendant Brakes:\u003c\/b\u003e Squeeze-style handbrakes on the push handles allow companions to easily manage descending speeds on hills and lock the chair securely on slopes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUltra-Lightweight Design:\u003c\/b\u003e At only 25.8 lbs (excluding footrests), the high-strength aluminum frame is easy to fold, lift, and pack into any standard vehicle trunk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTool-Free Quick Assembly:\u003c\/b\u003e Employs quick-release axles on the large 24-inch rear wheels and simple swing-away footrests, letting you break down or set up the chair in seconds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompact Folding Profile:\u003c\/b\u003e The backrest folds flat against the frame, creating a compact footprint that fits through tight residential hallways and slides into small storage areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFlat-Free Travel Tires:\u003c\/b\u003e Solid polyurethane tires roll smoothly over household rugs, backyard lawns, and pavement without ever needing a pump or risking a puncture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBrand:\u003c\/b\u003e Strongback Mobility™\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eModel:\u003c\/b\u003e STRONGBACK 24 (with Attendant Brakes)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWeight Capacity:\u003c\/b\u003e Safely supports up to 300 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOverall Product Weight:\u003c\/b\u003e 25.8 lbs (with rear wheels removed) \/ 28.8 lbs total assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFrame Material:\u003c\/b\u003e High-grade, rust-resistant aircraft aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSeat Width Options:\u003c\/b\u003e Available in 18-inch and 20-inch comfort widths\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSeat Depth:\u003c\/b\u003e 18 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRear Wheel Diameter:\u003c\/b\u003e 24 inches (Outfitted with quick-release push buttons and textured hand rims)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFront Caster Size:\u003c\/b\u003e 8 inches (Heavy-duty smooth roll polymer wheels)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBrake Mechanism:\u003c\/b\u003e Companion hand drum brakes + dual manual locking push-brakes\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eArmrests:\u003c\/b\u003e Ergonomic, padded desk-length armrests (allows chair to slide under dining tables)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Video\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ARpIDBPSF0Y\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwing-away detachable footrests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eErgonomic comfort-grip handles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComfortable desktop-length armrests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick-release wheels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 position rear axle for beginner, intermediate, and expert users.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExtended 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