How to select a commode chair most suitable for your needs

Most health insurance plans don't pay for a commode or commode shower chair, therefore you might want to select a cost- effective model to suit your needs. There are a variety of features available with commodes so it is possible to choose a chair based upon your specific needs.

Features of different commodes:

Most commodes have a weight capacity of up to 250 pounds although heavier model chairs are available. Flip-back armrest chairs are handy when a lateral transfer is necessary when getting in and out of a showers for example. A removable armrest chair is particularly useful if you have difficulty returning armrests back to the original postion.

If you need commodes with self-propulsion around shower rooms and other places then chairs with wheels similar to wheelchairs make it easy to propel yourself. Chairs with four small casters may be better of doorway access is very narrow in shower rooms for example.

Some shower/commodes with smaller casters models offer locks for breaking. This is very useful particularly in the bathroom when showering where it can be slippery and you don't want the chair to move or slip. On some chairs each caster has its own locking mechanism which can be engaged by an assistant simply stepping down on a brake lever on each wheel. Other shower/commodes offer a plunger break system, with these the attendant reaches below the seat and pushes down on a lever to engage the brake on all four wheels. If you are going to use commodes over a standard toilet before showering then this style of brake system could be more desirable.

The reversible side-opening chair feature this is particularly useful if access to your private areas for bowel training and/or hygiene purposes is needed. If your caregiver will be moving you around in your shower/commode bench then a chair with a push-handle back feature could be useful.

As you can see, there are a variety of available chairs features for shower/commodes. For more information on chair commodes along with related products and services, please choose from the following menu of items:
 

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