Many elderly people tend to pay more attention to safety when taking a suitable shower chair, sitting on the toilet seat or preparing a small stool, etc. However, due to the sliding of the small stool and toilet seat when wet, there is still a risk of falling.
Bathing chairs can allow the elderly to sit and take a shower, which not only enhances the comfort of bathing, but also reduces physical exertion, prevents falls, reduces bathing risks, and reduces the burden on caregivers, making the entire bathing process more calm.
There are many types of shower chairs on the market, but the basic function is to ensure the safety of the elderly while taking a shower, and further make it more comfortable and convenient for them. Therefore, when choosing, many factors need to be considered.
U-shaped Shower Bath Chair
1. Loading capacity of the shower chair
The load-bearing capacity of a chair can be said to be the basic standard for shower chairs. Nowadays, the load-bearing capacity of most shower chairs on the market is good enough. Therefore, when choosing a shower chair, we not only need to consider the load-bearing capacity of the chair, but also need to understand whether the structure of the chair is stable, especially the structure under the cushion, to avoid the risk of elderly people falling due to the detachment of chair components during the bathing process.
The seat base is fixed at 5 points, with strong load-bearing capacity
2. Anti slip performance of the Bath Chair
Unlike ordinary chairs, shower chairs need to be used in wet and slippery bathrooms, which increases the risk of falls caused by the shift of the body’s center of gravity during sitting and getting up for the elderly. Therefore, the anti slip performance of shower chairs is also important. Special attention should be paid to the anti slip performance of various components of shower chairs, mainly the seat board, foot pads, and armrests.
- The non-slip cushion ensures the stability of the elderly’s sitting posture, preventing the cushion from sliding when they rotate their body or move their arms.
- The non-slip armrests allow the elderly to firmly grip the handles when using them for support, reducing the risk of leaning and slipping.
- The non-slip chair legs provide sufficient friction between the chair and the floor, ensuring that there is enough contact area between the chair legs and the floor when getting up, thus protecting bathing safety for seniors.
How Ageally enhances the anti slip performance of shower chairs
In order to improve the anti slip performance of the foldable shower chairs, the chair legs are designed with rubber sleeves and suction cups for anti slip. Efforts have been made in the selection of anti slip materials for the seat cushion, armrests, backrest, surface texture design, and seat drainage hole design.
3. Foldable storage function of shower chairs
Many families do not have a large bathroom space, and in the case of sharing a bathroom with the elderly, it is necessary to have a shower chair that can fold and store to reduce space occupation while meeting the bathing needs of the elderly. The folding function of the shower chair is a great choice for families with small bathroom spaces, providing comfort and safety for the elderly in small spaces.
For instance, Ageally’s foldable shower chair allows the elderly to easily lean against the corner by opening the seat panel after use, without affecting others who need to take a bath. At the same time, the shower chair is not limited by the width of the bathroom door, allowing for free entry and exit.
One-click folding design, easy for storage
4. Bathing chair height adjustment function
The risk of falling or slipping increases when the chair height is insufficient or too high, as elderly people have varying heights and changes in their body’s center of gravity when sitting or standing. To ensure that the elderly sit on a chair with their feet touching the ground, the height of the chair can be adjusted according to the actual height and weight of the elderly.
This Ageally shower chair features retractable foot tubes and six adjustable heights. The chair height can be adjusted according to different heights, making it safe, comfortable, and flexible. The chair legs are made of high-strength anti-slip rubber and thickened aluminum alloy main frame, ensuring strong load-bearing capacity, rust resistance, sturdiness, stability, durability, and high safety and assurance.
Press the gears to adjust the height of the shower chairs
5. Convenient cleaning of private areas
When selecting a shower chair, it is important to consider whether the elderly can shower independently or if they require assistance from family members or caregivers. The shower chair should be designed to assist the elderly in cleaning their intimate areas.
Ageally’s shower chair has a U-shaped or 3D embedded opening design, making it easier for elderly individuals to clean their private areas and catering to those who need extra care. It allows them to take care of themselves when family members are not available, promoting independence and boosting confidence in daily life.
U-Shaped shower seat with Non-slip soft Seat
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6. Other factors when buying a shower chair
When purchasing a shower chair, there are several other factors to consider. For instance, does the foot mat have a non-slip surface and strong suction? Additionally, is the frame made of high-quality material that prevents slipping on foot mats? Are there any other convenient features available, such as shower buckles? These details also determine whether your shower chair is comfortable, practical, and convenient.
Made-of-high-quality-6063T-aluminium-alloy-frame
Ageally believes that shower chairs suitable for the elderly can only be truly aging friendly, taking into account the details of elderly actions in the bathroom and integrating them into the product, in order to meet more aging friendly scenarios, such as the use of bathrooms, public places, nursing homes, etc.
