What is the recommended type of wheelchair for an individual concerned about accessing doorways wider than 31 inches?

The recommended type of wheelchair for an individual concerned about accessing doorways wider than 31 inches is one equipped with wraparound armrests. Wraparound armrests are designed to minimize the width of the wheelchair, which can be particularly beneficial for navigating narrower spaces, including doorways. This design allows the arms of the wheelchair to fit closely to the body, thereby decreasing the overall width of the chair and facilitating easier passage through tighter spaces.

While standard wheelchairs and lightweight wheelchairs may offer advantages in terms of general mobility and ease of use, they do not specifically address the concern of fitting through narrower doorways as effectively as a wheelchair with wraparound armrests. Heavy-duty wheelchairs, on the other hand, typically accommodate larger frames and provide additional support, which can increase the overall width of the chair, making them less suited for concerns about navigating through limited spaces.