Bath Safety
Approximately 80 percent of
home accidents occur
in the bathroom,
but most of those accidents can
be prevented with the right
safety products. That statistic
demonstrates that there is plenty
of opportunity for a provider to
grow its business by stocking
bathroom safety products.
The key is to offer a wide array
of solutions that can fit clients’
unique needs. Talk to the patient
or caregiver to get a solid sense of
the challenges and situation.
Because bathing is universal
and the Baby Boomer demographic
increasingly needs these
solutions, the retail appeal of
bath safety is clear. But that also
means big box stores are now
part of the competition and they
aren’t shy about discounting.
To compete, HME retailers
need to lean hard on their reputation
for being knowledgeable,
convenient, personalized service
and quality products. To help you
maintain your expertise, here
are some new and bedrock bath
safety product offerings:
Inspired by Drive
Otter XL Bath Chair
Bath chair with angle-adjustable seat now comes in XL size
Capable of supporting up to
250 lbs., the new Otter XL Bath Chair — introduced by Drive
DeVilbiss Healthcare’s brand
Inspired by Drive — features an
angle-adjustable seat and backrest
to accommodate a wide range
of positioning needs. The legs are
slip-resistant and can raise the chair an
additional seven inches. Customers
have a choice of standard or soft
removable and washable fabric. All
Otter Bath Chairs can be used with
or without the optional tub and
shower stands.
SHOWER SHIRT Co. LLC
The Shower Shirt
Water-resistant garment protects post-surgery patients
- Protects patients with post-surgical drains,
tubes, dialysis catheters and medi-ports
from water while showering.
- Originally created for post-mastectomy
patients so that they could bathe safely and
reduce stress and anxiety.
- Helps reduce the risk of infection by keeping
water away from the surgical paraphernalia
sutured into the patient’s skin.
Invacare Corporation
Aquatec Bath Lifts
Transportable bath lift offers hinged wings, patented suction cups
Aquatec Bath Lifts, provided by Invacare, help users access
the pleasure and relaxation of a calming bath without the
anxiety of safely getting in and out of the tub. Hinged
wings cradle the user as the lift descends and patented
suction cups hold the lift firmly in position. A textured
surface and seamless transition from wings to seat allow
for pinch-free bathing. A high backrest with contoured
neckrest can be positioned and folded with just one hand.
The easily transportable two-piece design also includes a
floating, ergonomic hand control with integrated battery.
Dynarex
Elongated Raised Toilet Seat
Elongated raised toilet seat is lightweight, portable
Dynarex has added a new Elongated Raised Toilet Seat to its DME line. The new Elongated Raised Toilet Seat comes with and without arms, heavy-duty molded plastic construction which is lightweight and portable. The seat adds additional height to the seat and fits most standard toilets.
Assisted Living Technologies
Walabot HOME
Walabot HOME allows seniors independence, safety through fall detection device
The Walabot HOME is a high-tech, fall-alert system that is designed specifically for the user’s bathroom. This device is the first of its kind to not require a wearable necklace or bracelet. Instead, it rests on the user’s bathroom wall. The device begins by learning the user’s bathroom. Then, it monitors for situations that indicate a fall. If a fall occurs, the Walabot HOME contacts the emergency contact through a two-way phone call and a text message. If the user stands up, the alarm will be disabled.
Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare
Competitive Edge Line 3-in-1 Folding Commode
Folding commode features lid, folds easily for storage
The improved Competitive Edge Line 3-in-1 Folding Commode comes with a lid and stores flat for storage and transportation. In addition, it allows tool-free assembly with a plastic snap on seat and 7.5 qt commode bucket, and provides durability through its powder-coated, steel-welded construction. The commode can be used in a few different ways to serve the customer as necessary, according to Lauren Abeles, product manager of breast pumps personal care and commodes for Drive DeVilbiss. Some of its main uses are as a bedside commode, directly over a toilet, and as a raised toilet seat.
BackEmbrace LLC
3-in-1 Folding Commode
Drive DeVilbiss adds improved commode chair to product line
The 3-in-1 Folding Commode of the Competitive Edge Line from Drive DeVilbiss now comes with a lid. Features include a plastic snap-on seat, 7.5-quart commode bucket and grey powder-coated, steel-welded construction for added strength and durability. The chair stores flat for convenience and assembly is tool-free.
MHI Safe-er-Grip
Safe-er-Grip Suction Cup Balance Assist Bar
Safe-er-Grip balance bar gets new chrome finish
- Available in new chrome finish and in lengths of 12 inches or 16 inches.
- Suction cup design requires no tools for installation and can be secured on any smooth, flat, non-porous surface for safer tub entries and exits.
- Flip-up tabs make it easy to attach, remove and relocate to different areas in the bathroom.
Clarke Health Care Products Inc.
Aquatec Ergo Shower and Commode Chairs
Clarke rolls out new line of shower and commode chairs
- Features new contoured seats and overlays for a more upright and stable seating position and a 5-degree pre-tilt seat.
- Stainless steel frame requires low-maintenance from users and caregivers.
- Ergo line includes the Ergo Dual VIP tilt and recline, Ergo VIP tilt-in-space with increased tilt angle, and Ergo transit and Ergo SP self-propelled models.
Free2Go Mobility Products
Free2Go Rollator
Free2Go Rollator combines mobility with bathroom safety
The Free2Go Rollator is both a walker and a toilet safety device rolled into one product, which allows a user to discreetly use a toilet safely in any setting. The toilet seat is covered by a flip-up padded seat, which contains a pouch for disposable wipes for cleaning the seat after use. The walker allows for adjustable handle height at 33.5 in. – 38 in. and a seat weight capacity of 300 lbs.