Bath Safety
Bath safety is a critical concern given that more than 80 percent
of home accidents occur in the bathroom, which is considered
to be the most dangerous room in the house according to the National
Safety Council.
Moreover, Bath safety is a service that spans across multiple,
major patient groups, such as geriatric, bariatric and mobility patients,
to name a few. This means that providing bath safety involves
addressing a number of very different and distinct patient requirements
and considerations.
Bath safety solutions include products such as grab bars, which
should be strategically located in and around the bathing area,
as well as around the toilet. Bathing solutions range from simple
solutions such as bathing stools or benches that patients can use in
conjunction with a handheld shower to protect against falls, all the
way to complex transfer chairs and lifts to help patients get in and
out showers and tubs. And, of course, there are general items, such
as non-slip material or strips and similar household items.
The result is a cornucopia of patient-specific safety items that
patients truly need, and that can be sold on a retail basis, thus buttressing
provider cash flow in the face of declining Medicare reimbursement.
Here are some great solutions that can help you protect
your patients — and your bottom line:
FAWSsit
FAWSsit Fold Away Wheelchair Shower
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Find it At: FAWSsit, (877) 329-7748
Preview: The FAWSsit Fold Away Wheelchair Shower is designed for anyone who can do longer use traditional bathing facilities. A completely self-contained portable shower, it can be used anywhere there is access to warm water, a drain and an electrical outlet. The client can stay in the wheelchair, roll in to the FAWSsit and receive a warm shower while remaining safely seated. The FAWSsit is ideal for renters, or for travel, camping or while remodeling.
Duralife
Tilt-n-Space
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Find it At: Duralife, (800) 443 5433
Preview: The Tilt-n-Space shower/commode chair facilitates relaxation. Designed to cradle clients in a reclined position with an open front padded toilet seat, it also has extra large casters that make it easy to push and pivot. The simple push-button release allows the chair to tilt to three different positions to accommodate the needs of different users. Duralife PVC won't chip, peel or dent, and is easy to clean. The footplate is removable for easy transfers. The Duralife Tilt-n-Space chair comes in dual swing or fixed swing and in adult and youth sizes.
Telescoping Grip and Telescoping Pivot Grip
Preventing Falls
Bridge Medical offers two safe and portable alternatives to permanent grab-bar installations. Both products come in two sizes, each with the ability to adjust to varying lengths.
• The Telescoping Grip features two adjustable sizes and the adjustable length offers adaptability to most any tub/shower tile configurations.
• Telescoping Pivot Grip adjusts to stretch across a corner, inside of a bathtub or across unparallel surfaces.
• Two commercial-grade 4.7-inch diameter grips apply to smooth, flat, non-porous surfaces to provide a strong and reliable hold.
Telescoping Grip and Telescoping Pivot Grip
(877) 746-7940
Roscoe Medical
New Product Line
Rust-proof Construction
Roscoe Medical offers new product lines for the bath safety, mobility and respiratory fields. The bath safety line including bath benches, transfer benches, bath safety rails, raised toilet seats, commodes and accessories. All products are built with rust-proof construction, easy tool-free assembly and attractive finishes. The mobility line includes wheelchairs, transport chairs, walkers, rollators and canes. The oxygen supply line includes nasal cannulas, crush-resistant oxygen tubing, oxygen swivel connectors, nebulizer kits, water traps, humidifier bottles and accessories.
(800) 376-7263
Merits Health Products, Inc.
Deluxe Bath Bench
Lightweight
The bath bench features an aluminum frame that is lightweight, durable and corrosion proof. The molded seat and back provides comfort and strength. The seat adjusts to heights between 16” to 21” and has a 250-lb. capacity. Drainage holes reduce slipping.
(800) 963-7487
Easy-Mount Grab Bars
Rustproof
The Easy-Mount Grab Bars are manufactured from stainless steel. Unlike three-hole flanges that limit screw placement, this nine-hole flange design allows for greater mounting flexibility to structural studs. The products are available in white or knurled finishes.
(888) 619-9992
The Wenzelite Re/hab Supplies Division of Drive Medical
Dolphin
Five tilt positions
The bath chair features an aluminum frame covered in a quick-drying mesh fabric. The chair includes two adjustable positioning belts and headrest for safety, comfort and support. The seat and back angle adjust independently. The back support has 10 angle positions, including trendelberg.
(877) 224-0946
Maddak
Bath +Safe Adjustable Shower Seat with Arms and Back
Suction feet
The shower seat with removable back and arms assists in sitting or standing. The product provides a safe, comfortable seat for those who have difficulty standing. The chair features height-adjustable legs from 16” to 21” in 1” increments, suction feet and a holder for handheld shower sprays. The chair supports up to 300 lbs. The width between the arms is 17.5”.
(800) 443-4926
- (973) 628-7600 or (800) 443-4926
Maddak
Bath Safe
Elevated
The Bath Safe is two-part, hinged seat riser that lifts just like a standard seat. Although it doesn't change the bathroom's appearance, it eases sitting and rising by adding 4" to standard seat's height.
(800) 443-4926
- (973) 628-7600 or (800) 443-4926
Active Forever
Airlift Commode
Safety lock
Featuring a safety lock that keeps the device in place, the Airlift Commode can be easily released by pressing one or both of the armrests. The armrests swing away allowing for an easier transfer. With 11 positions for individual weight, the product absorbs the user’s weight providing gentle lowering to a sitting position and smooth lifting to a standing position. An optional pant holder keeps pants within reach.
(800) 377-8033