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| Seat |
- Get a textured plastic seat with drainage holes to reduce slipping.
Tip: A towel on the seat increases comfort.
- Get a padded vinyl waterproof seat for increased comfort, especially if person is frail or has delicate skin.
Tip: A towel on the seats reduces slipperiness of wet vinyl.
- A seat cut-out allows cleaning personal areas without standing, but it requires good sitting posture to avoid sliding into the cut-out, especially on padded seats.
- A slot for hand-held shower adds convenience.
- Hand-hold slots on the side are for persons who cannot easily sit upright.
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| Back |
- A back support enhances comfort & balance.
- Choose padded for comfort or drape a towel over hard plastic.
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| Legs |
- Adjust the legs so the seat is the same height as the tub for easier transfer.
- Rubber-tipped feet should sit firmly on tub floor – some have wide suction cups for greater stability.
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A colorful towel on the seat that contrasts with the tub floor can help reduce fear of falling for those who have dementia-related problems with depth perception. "My mother refused to sit on the bath chair – until I placed a bright towel on the seat. Then she sat right down."
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