Try: Make sure that the toilet is 18 high no less than 15 or more than 19
Materials: n/a
Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical, Mobility, Needs Some Assistance, Needs Much Assistance
Information: n/a
References: bathroom aids help 2008 by sherman oaks medical supplies available at www shermanoaksmedical com
Keywords: Toileting wheelchair transferring bathroom
*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed
Try: Make sure toilet is placed in a corner for easy grab bar placement
Materials: n/a
Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical, Mobility, Needs Some Assistance, Needs Much Assistance
Information: n/a
References: bathroom aids help 2008 by sherman oaks medical supplies available at www shermanoaksmedical com
Keywords: Bathroom toilet grab bars
*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed
Try: Consider installing offset faucets and controls towards the outer edge of the tub or shower to make it easier to reach the control from the outside of the fixture
Materials: Offset fauset and controls
Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical, Mobility, Needs Some Assistance, Needs Much Assistance
Information: n/a
References: bathroom aids help 2008 by sherman oaks medical supplies available at www shermanoaksmedical com
Keywords: Bathroom falls fall prevention shower bath tub
*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed
Try: Consider installing a hand held showerhead with mounted clip holders this enables crs in a wheelchair or flip down seat to better bathe themselves and reach the controls a wall-mounted slide-bar can position the showerhead at many convenient heights
Materials: Hand held showerhead with mounted clip holders
Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical, Mobility, Needs Some Assistance, Needs Much Assistance
Information: n/a
References: bathroom aids help 2008 by sherman oaks medical supplies available at www shermanoaksmedical com
Keywords: Bathroom falls fall prevention shower bath tub
*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed
Try: Install anti-scalding devices in sinks bathtubs and showers to avoid accidental scalding
Materials: Anti-scalding devices
Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical
Information: n/a
References: bathroom aids help 2008 by sherman oaks medical supplies available at www shermanoaksmedical com
Keywords: Bathroom scalded scalding hot water burns shower bath tub
*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed
Try: Enclose the shower with a shower curtain it is safer than glass easily accessible and can be maneuvered around transfer seats
Materials: Shower curtain
Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical
Information: n/a
References: bathroom aids help 2008 by sherman oaks medical supplies available at www shermanoaksmedical com
Keywords: Bathroom shower bath tub
*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed
Try: Try using a raised toilet seat this can be purchased at medical supply stores and at some drug stores check to see if the cost is covered by medicare personnel at medical supply stores may be able you make this determination
Materials: Raised toilet seat
Categories: Medical Physical, Personal, Needs Some Assistance, Needs Much Assistance
Information: n/a
References: bathroom aids help 2008 by sherman oaks medical supplies available at www shermanoaksmedical com
Keywords: Toileting balance trouble standing bathroom
*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed
Try: Construct a built platform on the wall opposite the faucet it should be at least 15 deep and made of tile or another waterproof material
Materials: n/a
Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical, Mobility, Mobile, Needs Some Assistance, Needs Much Assistance
Information: n/a
References: bathroom aids help 2008 by sherman oaks medical supplies available at www shermanoaksmedical com
Keywords: Bathroom safety grab bars falls fall prevention bath tub shower
*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed
Try: Consider installing a roll-in shower one that a wheelchair can enter because it is is more accessible for all persons for wheel chair users the shower should have a 5′ turn around this may include any area that is open next to the shower if a curtain encloses the shower the minimum size of a roll-in shower is 2′-6 x 5′-0
Materials: n/a
Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical, Mobility, Mobile, Needs Some Assistance, Needs Much Assistance
Information: n/a
References: bathroom aids help 2008 by sherman oaks medical supplies available at www shermanoaksmedical com
Keywords: Bathroom safety grab bars falls fall prevention bath tub shower
*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed
Try: A roll-in shower will have no curb or level change in the entrance a gradually sloping floor and raised strip max 1 2 to contain water and possibly a non-slip waterproof wet area adjacent to the shower entrance
Materials: n/a
Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical, Mobility, Needs Some Assistance, Needs Much Assistance
Information: n/a
References: bathroom aids help 2008 by sherman oaks medical supplies available at www shermanoaksmedical com
Keywords: Bathroom safety bath tub shower
*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed