Taking a bath is supposed to be a joyful, relaxing, experience. The last thing you should have to worry about is your safety as you're getting into and out of your disabled bathtubs. Fortunately, with a bath lift, you won't have to worry about that at all. In this article, we'll go over some of the benefits of using a bath lift. After reading this article you'll have a good idea of whether or not using a bath lift is a good idea for you.
Disabled bathtubs are a device designed to make getting into and out of the bathtub easier for you. Bath lifts are usually very easy to install. Many can be installed and removed in under 10 minutes.
Once installed, they're usually held with strong suction cups or a similar device to ensure that the disabled bathtubs will stay solidly in place. Bath lifts are always designed with safety in mind.
Disabled bathtubs are usually operated with a removable battery pack. These can be charged by plugging them into the wall. It's important to make sure your batteries are charging when it's not in use, so that whenever you want to take a bath your bath lift is ready to go.
Disabled bathtubs are the best way to increase the safety of taking a bath while making it easier for everybody. Click the links below to see how beneficial a bath lift can be to either you or your loved ones' comfort and safety.
Most bathroom equipment is not covered under this type of insurance except the standard Commode! Medicare considers a bath lift as a non-covered item and will decline your claim in most cases. As silly as it sounds, they feel bath lifts are a "luxury item" and are not deemed a necessity.
However, like all medical equipment, bath lifts can be reviewed on a case by case bases if requested. We have found that claims for items such as bath lifts, stair lifts, lift chairs and vertical platform lifts can be submitted and will initially be denied but can be resubmitted with additional documentation that will help in the appeal process. An item that is denied as non-covered is different than an item that is denied as not medically necessary.
Disabled bathtubs generally don't require complex installation, so neither the floor nor the bathtub is damaged as a result. Most bath lifts can be easily removed for travel or relocation. It's quite common for people to travel with their bath lifts, as it can dramatically enhance the quality of life wherever you're staying.
Accessible Bathtub
When the disabled cannot be moved to the shower or bath, the bathtub must come to the Handicapped.Medame has found a solution. This reinforced tub with its new streamlined design is longer and deeper. Tub inflates to 71"L x 31"W x 13 1/2"H to accommodate individuals up to 6" 2".
Product Features:
- Fits all beds.
- Hand-held shower connects to a tap up to 25-feet away.
- Wet-Dry Vac & Shower Head with hose included
- Allows clients to enjoy a bath or shower without leaving their bed.
- Includes a durable wet-dry vacuum to inflate/deflate the tub.
The EZ-BATHE inflatable bathtub comes with everything you need to bath and shower those who cannot be moved. Including a Wet Vac to inflate and drain the handicap bathtub for disabled showers.When its bath time the disabled bather is moved to one side of the bed, the uninflated vinyl bathtub is rolled out flat on the bed, and the patient is then moved onto it. The included wet-dry vacuum is then used as a pump to inflate the tub around them.
Once inflated the included hand held shower head comes with a hose that will reach & attach to any faucet within 25 feet of the bed. This patented inflatable bathtub allows patients to enjoy bathing the way it's meant to be - soaking wet!
The reinforced tub with its new streamlined design is longer and deeper. When inflated the bathtub is 13 1/2"H to accommodate individuals up to 6" 2" tall. And it fits on all beds.
EZ-Bathe includes everything you need for disabled showerThe drain hose can be run to any bathtub, sink or toilet and can be turned off for a long soak or left on for constant draining, allowing for a handicap shower. The drain hose and vacuum, both included, empty the tub thoroughly. Wet-Dry Vac & Shower Head with hose included. Compared to the comfort and convenience of EZ-BATHE, nothing else holds water.
Bath Tub Chair Seat Lift
The Bellavita is the lightest bathtub lift chair on the market weighing only 20.5 lbs. This Bath Lifter by Drive Medical was designed with the assistance of healthcare professionals. It is excellent for standard or deeper model bath tubs. At a minimum sitting position of 2.3", it is the lowest bath lift on the market. The comfortable padded backrest can recline up to 50 degrees at the seat's lowest position - Another market best.
The water-tight hand control floats in water, making it easy to access the control buttons while bathing. Two-piece construction makes this lift easy to assemble and disassemble for transport, and tool-free setup ensures simple installation and operation. The back folds for space-saving storage. Washable hygienic covers are available in white, blue or grey, and hygienic cutaway and slim-line profile make handling a cinch. This product comes standard with four quick-release suction cups providing an anti-slip base for added safety and security. blue bath bench
In addition to all the special features, the lift includes several additional options for your convenience. An option for two additional suction cups offers the potential for even further security and headrest for additional comfort. The product can withstand a weight capacity of 300 pounds.
Features and Benefits:
- The lightest bath lift on the market at only 20.5 lbs.
- At 2.3" the Bellavita is the lowest bath lift available
- Seat height reaches a record 18.8"
- Excellent for deeper model tubs
- The backrest reclines to a market leading 50 degrees at its lowest position
- Completely tool free set up makes it easy to install and operate
- The completely water tight hand control floats, making it easy to access the control buttons while bathing
- The easy to use quick charge lithium-ion battery is accommodated in the Hand Control
- Two piece construction makes the lift easy to assemble/disassemble for transport
- When not in use, back easily folds down for space-saving storage
- Padded seat and backrest provides added comfort
- Washable hygienic covers available in white, blue or grey
- Hygienic cutaway and slim line profile for easy handling
- Built in safety controls
- 4 quick release suction cups with option for an additional 2 for anti-slip bath base
- Headrest available as an optional extra
- 300 lbs. weight capacity
Product Specification:
- Overall Length (with backrest in a reclined position): 32.6".
- Overall Width (seat including side flaps): 27.5".
- Seat (Width): 13.7".
- Seat (Depth): 16.5".
- Seat (Length): 22.4".
- Sitting Height: 2.3"-18.8".
- Backrest (Height): 25.1".
- Backrest (Width): 14.1".
- Backrest Reclines: 50 deg..
- Base Plate (Width): 22".
- Total Weight (excluding hand control): 20.5 lbs.
Portable Shower Stalls for Wheelchairs
Standard Portable Shower for Wheelchairs
FAWSsit-S2000
Standard Model
36"x36"x48"
For use by individuals weighing up to approximately 220 lbs and who do not require footrests on the wheelchair Designed for any individual who can sit comfortably in a standard sized wheelchair.
This model enables the user to either do their own bathing, with the enclosure of a full privacy curtain, or to have the assistance of a care attendant who can reach in and assist in the bathing without having to get into the shower with the person in a wheelchair.
The front curtain can be left open to enable easy caregiver access, and only the FAWSsit™ design directs the waste water to the back of the pan for easy and complete removal with the safe frame-attached waste water removal pump. The shower head can be either frame mounted or hand-held to facilitate complete water access for bathing.
Super Standard Portable Shower for Wheelchairs
FAWSsit-SS4040
Super Standard Model
42"x42"x48"
For use by individuals weighing up to approximately 300 lbs, or who may require the use of footrests on the wheelchair. Slightly larger than S2000 for those that need just a bit more room. Meets the needs of wheelchair users who do not require a tilt back shower wheelchair.
Allows room for wheelchair foot pads as well as the wheelchair. With the same caregiver access and usability features as the S2000 Standard model, this unit also allows for quick set up, easy roll in, and immediate roll out after the shower is completed.
The unique pan design for all FAWSsit™ models enables waste water removal while showering, so once the shower is completed there is no need to wait for drain pan emptying, unlike all other shower pan designs.
The FAWSsit™ pump is custom-designed as well to rapidly remove the waste water, and to run safely wet or dry. A special filter mechanism designed into all FAWSsit showers ensures that no blockage will occur with the FAWSsit™ waste water removal pump.
Bariatric Portable Shower for Wheelchairs
FAWSsit-B5000
Bariatric Model
46"x46"x44"
For use by individuals up to 400 lbs, or who may require a slightly reclined wheelchair whose depth does not exceed 45" Meets the needs of wheelchair users that require more space for larger size wheelchairs or special patient requirements.
The FAWSsit™ B5000 Bariatric is designed to offer all of the features and benefits of the S2000 Standard and the SS4040 Super Standard models, but gives added space to accommodate large sized wheelchairs, or even slightly tilted wheelchairs.
With the B5000, even morbidly obese individuals are able to receive a safe, effective shower, and are able to easily reach all body parts with the customized shower head assembly.
The slightly lower height, at 44”, enables care attendants better access when reaching in to the larger unit to assist with bathing.
As with all FAWSsit™ models, the germicide-imbedded vinyl shower curtains can either be fully enclosed for privacy, or can be left open in front to best enable care attendant access. And, only FAWSsit™ portable showers have a triple layer, fiberglass-mesh imbedded waste water pan to hold up to multiple years of repeated roll in and roll out without breakdown or tearing.
No “foam fatigue” occurs with the FAWSsit™ pan design, so water spillage is NOT a problem, as can happen with unsupported foam sided drain pans.
Reclining Portable Shower for Wheelchairs
FAWSsit-R3000
Reclining Model
36"x76"x36"
For use by individuals who require a reclining style wheelchair or gurney, and who require the assistance of a care attendant for bathing Meets the needs of the High quadriplegic, CP and any medical condition requiring a tilt back shower wheelchair.
Only the FAWSsit™ R3000 Recliner has a double fold-away design which allows it to open to a full 74” in length to accommodate reclining wheelchairs and gurneys. But, when the showering is completed, this unit quickly folds flat to only 16” in depth for easy storage.
The R3000 has the added feature of lower height to make care attendant access as easy and effective as possible. The 15 foot long hoses (or longer if requested) allow for full reach and access for bathing.
Tall Portable Shower for Wheelchairs
FAWSsit-T4000
Hazmat Stand-up Tall Model
36"x36"x72"
For use by either able-bodied individuals or individuals with disabilities who can stand while bathing Meets the needs of Emergency Services or HAZMAT and is wheelchair accessible.
The FAWSsit™ T4000 Tall shower is also an ideal alternative for use in homes that need a full shower stall, but do not have room for a permanent or even semi-permanent structure.
The T4000 Tall shower, like all FAWSsit™ models, is shipped COMPLETELY ASSEMBLED, but folds flat to less than 8 inches in depth when showering is completed. This is a great alternative for cabins, basements, garages, or other locations where a shower is desired, but space is a concern.
The T4000 shower is also fully accessible, so it can be used by both the able-bodied and disabled in a family.
For emergency services and hazardous materials decontamination, time is of the essence for getting a shower facility functional. This unit can be mounted, fully assembled, on the side of a fire truck, or stored in an emergency closet for immediate use when needed. Exposure to hazardous materials especially calls for IMMEDIATE decontamination and for containment of the waste water.
ONLY FAWSsit™ portable showers enable this immediate use capability and waste water disposal system for easy bladder containment.
