| Bath safety is of vital importance for older persons. Over 75% of slip-falls happen to people who are age 65 and older. The bath area of the house can prove to be extremely hazardous for elderly people if it is not modified to suit their requirements. Bath safety for people who are elderly or have disabilities is further complicated by issues such as medication side effects, reduced physical ability and diminished vision.
If you are one of the many people having difficulty with getting in and out of the bath you may be considering one of a number of products designed to make bathing safer and easier. Access Mobility offers affordable solutions that greatly reduce the possibility of potentially dangerous falls, without the expense of costly renovations.
Among the most important items are grab bars that make getting in and out of the tub or the shower more secure. A specially designed grab bar can also make it easier to get on and off the toilet. When grab bars are mounted on the wall of the bathtub they ensure safe entry and exit from the bathtub. Grab bars made from heavy gauge stainless steel tubing and come in a variety of lengths and surface textures available. Easy grip adjustable bathtub safety bars are ideal for seniors with limited mobility or limited range of motion. The oversized handle with soft grip provides added safety and stability. The grab bar easily attaches to the side of the bathtub.
A bath tub transfer bench is a very valuable tool for safely entering and exiting the tub or shower. Half the bench remains outside the tub while the other helf is secured to the inside of the tub so the bather can sit on the bench and safely lift their legs over one at a time. Used in conjecution with a handheld shower, you can remain seated or if stability allows, stand up for a warm comforting and SAFE shower.
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