Bathtubs

Handicap Bathtubs

Bathing for disabled persons can be difficult. Most of the time taking a bath is not a luxury a handicap person gets to experience, since getting in and out of a tub can be difficult. Showering in a walk in shower becomes their only option for personal hygiene needs due to safety concerns.

Showering does not have to be the only option, thanks to walk in bathtubs. Walk in bath tubs, or handicap bathtubs as they are also called, are designed for accessibility and ease of entry.

A walk in bath tub is more accessible because they are designed with a door on them. The door opens, allowing a person to enter by only stepping up a few inches instead of a few feet up into the tub.

Walk in tubs are actually considered safer than showers for handicapped persons because bathing occurs while sitting down. Although a shower is easily accessible, showering is still a hazard and puts a person at risk for falls since it is a standing activity.

Walk in bath tubs give a handicapped person the ability to enjoy a luxury bath as well. Many models come equipped with jets and whirlpools, providing the bather with a relaxing experience. Health benefits can come from this as well, since whirlpools are good for circulation.

Walk in bath tubs can be expensive. If you cannot afford to install a walk in bathtub, there are kits available for transforming an existing bathtub into a walk in tub by installing a door on it. These kits can save you a lot of money, time, and effort that comes with any type of installation project.