The Importance of Shower Benches

Shower benches are bathroom accessories designed to provide a comfortable assistance to disabled users while taking a shower. They are also perfect for people who are going through physical therapy, rehabilitation, and therapeutic procedures, assisting them with their hygienic needs.

Designed to be installed at one side or corner of the shower area, shower benches provide balance, stability, and security to disabled shower users. Especially since the floor tends to become wet and slippery during shower sessions. They usually feature an ergonomically-designed seat and back rest, providing further comfort and ease of use.

The use of shower benches is important, especially if the wheelchair is undergoing wheelchair repair and couldn’t be used in the bathroom.

Types of Shower Benches

Wall-mounted shower benches are designed to be mounted permanently on bathroom walls. They offer durability and stability, usually accommodating a disabled person weighing up to 300 pounds. They significantly save space because they are often mounted on sides or corners of the shower area. Because they are held against the wall, they provide instant back support. Some models, however, still feature a built-in back rest aside from the wall from which they are mounted on. Some models can also be folded, where the bench or the sitting area is lifted up to touch the wall, when not in use.

Floor-mounted shower benches are designed to be installed or placed directly on the floor of the bathroom. They feature legs that stand on the floor, providing excellent stability and steadiness. They are available in a portable or permanent model, where portable benches can be moved and taken out easily, while permanent benches are situated in one place only. Some models are foldable for easy storage and transport. Most models can accommodate a weight between 300 and 400 pound and feature an ergonomically-designed seat that provides excellent comfort and support.

Purchasing a Shower Bench

Choose a shower bench that features an ergonomically-designed back support, where you can rest your back while sitting on the bench and taking a shower. The back support on your bench also offers balance and comfort.

For more information about mobility products and services such as wheelchair repair, visit http://www.affordablemobility.net/Wheelchair-Repair.html.


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