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Bathtubs for the handicapped give increased mobility.
One of the most socially useful innovations in terms of bathing technology has
been the development and introduction of bathtubs for the handicapped and the
elderly. Both of these groups suffer decreased mobility and the ability to get
in and out of the bath without help from a caregiver makes for a great increase
in the quality of life of these people. In this article we will look at some of
the main features that can be found in most handicap bathtubs. These include a
door to facilitate easy access; a seat to enable the disabled person to sit
comfortably; a number of grab bars in order to support the individual; a
thermostat to regulate water temperature; and an intercom system to enable for
help to be called if needed.
One of the most important elements to a handicap bathtub is the door. With the
traditional bathtub, a person has to raise the leg quite high in order to get
into the bathtub. These can be impossible for someone with severe mobility
problems, and the way to get around this is to have a bathtub that has a door on
the side. The door fastened tightly shut and is therefore totally waterproof.
One thing to think about is to have a disabled bathtub with a door that opens
outwards, since a door that opens inwards can be difficult if not impossible to
open before all the water has drained out of the bathtub. These can be important
if it is needed to get to the handicapped person during an emergency.
The seat in the bathtub is usually molded into the bathtub itself - it is a part
of the actual bathtub and not an accessory. The seat enables a disabled person
to sit comfortably without having to move their body a great deal—something
which is extremely important if the person has very sensitive joints or sore
muscles.
In order to facilitate mobility even further it's a good idea to buy a handicap
bathtub which has bars. This gives disabled individual much-needed support,
especially when they are getting in and out of the bath. Many people slip when
they'll getting in and out of the bath, and having something to hold on to his
essential at this time for the disabled person.
Depending on the severity of the disability, an automatic thermostat may be a
good idea, in order to keep a check on the water temperature. This is especially
important for disabled people who may have lost some use of the nerves and
cannot tell when the water is too hot.
When it comes to choosing a handicap bathtub the most important factor to
consider is safety. In order to find the best handicap bathtubs for your needs,
it's a good idea to look at consumer reports of handicap bathtubs and check out
the features that are available. There are now several models of handicap
accessible bathtubs on the market which gives safety the highest priority
imaginable. As technology improves we can expect to see many more features being
added to handicap bathtubs, making life better and more pleasant for people with
decreased mobility.
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