The shower bench provides comfort and stability for the disabled or elderly

The shower bench is commonly used by the handicapped or elderly who need a chair or bench to sit on while bathing or showering. These showering aids allow anyone who is not stable on their feet to be showered independently. The advancements and innovations in assistive technology have resulted in showering chairs with many accessories and added features. The options include shower seat handles, bench extenders, cushions along with heavy-duty aluminum legs.

When purchasing shower chairs or benches it is important to take into consideration the amount of space available and the maximum weight capacity needed. Domestic benches or chairs in general can fit into any standard bath or shower recess and have padding available if necessary. In general these benches or chairs can hold anyone up to 250-300 lbs. It is also possible to obtain a heavy-duty bench or chair that can support up to 400lbs. Chairs can even be made to order in necessary.

Because shower benches are designed for people who are unstable on their feet such as the elderly or handicapped, it is important to check the stability of the chairs before purchasing. On the better showering chair the legs or body are constructed from strong durable non-corrodible material including PVC or aluminum. The bench is safer if rubber is added to the seat and the tips of the legs to prevent slipping.

Some shower chair models come with wheels. You can pick and choose between large or small-wheels on the chairs depending on your preference. The wheels make it easy for you to propel the benches or chairs into a showering area or enclosure unaided. They also make it more convenient for an attendant to move the chair if you need assistance.

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