Shower Chairs:
Shower Chairs, Shower Seats, Shower Stools or bath chairs are all referring to the same line of products. Shower chairs are designed to fit inside regular sized bathtubs. These chairs are for you if you have the ability to step into the tub or transfer from your wheelchair. There are two basic options available on the market today.
With Backrest
These chairs come with a backrest designed to give the user more stability while bathing. If you have limited upper body strength or simply want the added security, these chairs are for you.
Shower chairs without backrest are more commonly known as shower seats. These are exactly the same as the product described above, minus the back rest.
Shower chairs are as basic as it gets and are manufactured by about every major medical company out there. Purchasing decisions will usually come down to cost and or brand.
Shower Chair Basic features:
- Seat Width: 19"
- Seat Depth: 11"
- Seat Height: Most are adjustable in 1" increments to heights between 13" - 20"
- Width Between Legs: 21" at the widest point.
- Weight Capacity: 250 lbs
Price Range: $25-$75 depending on brand or added options.
Brand: Ableware, DMI, Drive Medical, Invacare, Guardian (Sunrise Medical)
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A Shower Chair is a seat designed for persons who have difficulty in standing for long in the shower. They are specially made to securely support an individual’s weight as they bathe. The shower seat features rubberized feet that prevent slippage in the bath and handles for the user to grip on. In order to prevent the seat from collecting water, there are specially placed drainage holes on the legs and seat. Shower seats come in various shapes and sizes depending on the weight, size and disability of the user or the budget thereof. There are shower chairs specially designed for children.
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