Shower Benches

One thing that surprises me everyday is how much older my body is feeling. Getting out of bed is tougher, as is getting out of a chair. It really seems to take a long time for my muscles to loosen up and for all of my limbs to work the way that they are supposed to work.

It is at these times that I really appreciate my shower bench. I can take my shower in the morning without worry, even when my body isn’t quite awake yet. By being seated in the shower, I can safely shower when my back isn’t ready to start the day. A warm shower can do wonders to get stiff muscles loosened up.

Sitting on my shower bench also makes shaving my legs much easier on my back. I don’t have to bend over as far which makes shaving pain-free, I also don’t have to worry about slipping and falling while in the shower as the four sturdy legs on my shower bench are equipped with slip-resistant rubber feet.

If you are a smaller adult and you are interested in a reclining shower chair, do not overlook the Large Otter Bathing System. The Large Otter can accommodate folks who weigh up to 160 pounds, and are between 3 feet ten inches and 5 feet 8 inches tall.

The Large Otter is made from rugged plastic. The fabric seat is very sturdy and is removable and machine washable. There are also two stands available for use with the Large Otter. The Otter Tub Stand raises the chair five to ten inches for use in the bath tub. The Otter Shower stand raises the Large Otter twenty one inches and is appropriate for use in the shower.

The Large Otter is well-constructed and comes with a two year manufacturer’s warranty. Check out the Large Otter Bathing System, it’s not just for kids!

One of the easiest ways to be safer in the shower is to implement a shower bench or shower chair. There are several features built into shower chairs and shower benches that make them great safety items.

All shower benches and shower chairs are constructed of sturdy but lightweight materials. Legs are normally made from aluminum or another rustproof material. The legs are then capped with rubber tips that are designed to be skid resistant. These rubber tipped feet allow for a stable base.

Shower chairs often have arms to help lower oneself onto and raise oneself off of the shower chair. Shower chairs also offer seat backs for the utmost in support and comfort.

Shower benches offer wider seats for a feeling of maximum comfort and relaxation. Most shower benches are ergonomically designed and have seats offering superior drainage and mildew resistance.

Pick up a shower bench or shower chair for a safer shower experience.

The Roll-in Buddy is a shower commode chair designed to “roll-in” the shower or for use over a toilet. The Shower Buddy Roll-in is corrosion and mildew resistant and offers a lifetime warranty on its frame. Designed to hold 440 pounds at its maximum, this is one tough shower chair.

Five inch castors offer a steady ride to perform necessary hygiene tasks. The neck rest and foot rests are adjustable and the arm rests and foot rests are removable. Safety mechanisms include but are not limited to a chest belt and a lap belt. The Roll-in Buddy even offers tool-free assembly.

Toileting becomes easier as the Roll-in Buddy can roll over standard/elongated and ADA approved toilets. The tilt option that the Roll-in Buddy offers allows for a caregiver to have easier access for bathing. The caregiver doesn’t need to stand on his or head to give a thorough cleaning.

The Roll-in Buddy provides a revolutionary way to meet hygiene needs for those confined to a wheelchair.

I know that it’s only April, but I’ve been thinking about the gifts I always give to my aunts and uncles for Christmas, and I think that they might get teak shower stools this year. As they are almost all over fifty, I don’t feel that it’s too early to start some good bath safety habits.

Three of my four uncles have worked construction for many years. Decades of carrying boards and shingles and pounding nails have definitely taken its toll on their backs. Sitting to shower will help take the load off and ease their aching backs. I think they will appreciate the construction and styling of the teak shower stool as well. It is well-built and attractive without looking girly.

My aunts will like the idea of being able to sit to shower as well. Being able to sit while shaving your legs makes the process much easier. And while we are on the subject of legs, it’s nice that the legs of the teak shower stool adjust so that everyone in their household will comfortably be able to enjoy a safer shower.

Make the most of your available shower space with a Corner Shower Seat. Like all shower seats, the Corner Shower Seat assists those who are unable to stand for long periods of time to meet their hygiene needs.

The Corner Shower Seat weighs in at just fifteen pounds, but has a weight capacity of 300 pounds. This shower seat is durable and rust proof. The attractive appearance of the Corner Shower Seat is easy to maintain and keep clean.

There is even a compartment on the front of the Corner Shower Seat to store soap and a washcloth within easy reach. A short back allows for low back support without creating a bulky/heavy seat that is hard to move for cleaning purposes.

The Corner Shower Seat gives you the appearance of a built-in shower bench without the need for a costly remodel. Enjoy a safer and more stylish shower today.

Bathing is an important Activity of Daily Living. As we age, it becomes harder to use bathing facilities as balance and coordination can decrease due to declining health or medication side effects. There are many great innovations in bath safety to make bathing easier and safer.

A shower bench offers a sturdy, wide seat and four legs with rubber tipped feet. By enabling the user to sit during the shower, the shower bench increases the time one can spend in the shower without tiring.

A handheld shower sprayer is a must when you are using a shower bench. You can direct the spray where you need it and turnoff the water to shampoo your hair or shave your legs.

Grab bars and a bath mat are the final pieces of the bath safety puzzle. Suction cup grab bars offer tool-free installation and can be mounted to just about any flat surface in the bathroom. A bath mat offers slip free entrance and exit from the bath or shower.

The shower bench, hand held shower sprayer, grab bars, and bath mats all work together to create a safe bathroom environment.

When purchasing a shower chair or transfer bench, most folks are looking for assistance with their Activities of Daily Living. Activities of Daily Living include bathing, continence, dressing, eating, transferring, and toileting. The number of daily activities that require assistance determine the severity of a health condition, and in turn helps families and physicians determine what type of long term care is needed.

If your goal is to keep yourself or your loved one at home for as long as possible, there are great options to assist with bathing, transferring, and toileting. There are a wide variety of shower chairs, shower benches, and shower stools available to assist with bathing. There are transfer benches with a built in toilet to respond to the need for help with both transferring and toileting in one convenient bench.

The Activities of Daily Living are important to the qualification of benefits from Long Term Care insurance. As of 60% of Americans 65 or older will require some sort of long term care in the future, it is important to know how care placement is determined and how to keep independent as long as you can.

You have been enjoying the comfort and safety of a shower bench at home. Now however, you are faced with taking a trip to a relative’s house or taking a vacation without the benefit of your shower bench. What can you do?

The good news is that there are many shower benches that can travel easily. They are lightweight, compact, and sturdy. The Carex Portable Shower Bench weighs less than six pounds and offers convenient one piece construction. Fitting bathtubs from 19 to 28 inches wide, the Carex Portable Shower Bench has rubber stops to help protect the tub from scratches. This bench has a sturdy 300 pound weight capacity and will fit easily in a large suitcase for discreet travel.

Suction cup grab bars and tub rails are also completely portable and can offer a helpful grip when you are away from home. When you arrive, simply place them where they are needed and when you are ready to depart, remove them and take them with you.

There is no reason to give up the safety and comfort of home when you travel. Pack a shower bench, a suction cup grab bar, and a tub rail and enjoy your trip!

Just last week, the groundhog did not see his shadow thus predicting an early spring. For us women in the Northeastern United States, spring and summer signals a need to be much more diligent about shaving our legs. A shower bench can be a great help in making shaving easier.

By sitting on a shower bench to shave your legs, you will be able to take your time without worry of becoming overly tired. Taking your time leads to fewer nicks and cuts. Nicks and cuts are especially dangerous for folks on blood thinners like Plavix and Coumadin. These injuries also present a danger to those with diabetes because they have difficulty healing.

Shaving in the shower without a shower bench also becomes a slip and fall risk. You are bending at the waist trying to reach your ankles and it is easy to become light headed. You may even find yourself balancing on one foot to get the job done. None of this is good for preventing falls.

Get a shower bench now before spring is sprung and you’ll be able to shave your legs without worry.