Bath Systems With Safety Tubs For The Elderly

Posted on Friday, January 20th, 2012

Safety tubs are becoming increasingly important to modern living arrangements. A large portion of people in the United States will end up taking care of their parents or elderly relatives at some point in their lives. It’s a fact of life. With cutting edge health care, each generation is living a little longer than the… read the full article.

A Word Of Caution For Winter Bathing

Posted on Wednesday, November 30th, 2011

Winter poses a host of dangers for everyone. Keeping salt, a shovel, ice scraper, and water in your car are common measures people take to protect themselves in the case of getting stuck in snow. If you have special needs, there is even further consideration. The elderly know that if there is ice on steps,… read the full article.

Water Therapy For Arthritis

Posted on Friday, September 23rd, 2011

Arthritis is an inflammation of the joints usually caused by overuse, injury, infection, or immune disorders. The elderly are particularly susceptible to this prevalent chronic disorder. Arthritis can be a terribly painful affliction. Besides decreased mobility, the pain arthritis causes creates even more problems. It is not uncommon for those who suffer from arthritis to… read the full article.

Dangerous Bathrooms And Safety Tubs

Posted on Wednesday, September 21st, 2011

Each year, one out of every three senior citizens fall. That’s right, 11 million senior citizens fall every year and some of the falls lead to fatal injuries. Falls are the leading cause of accidental death for the elderly and many are preventable. The problem effects everyone. Treating the injuries and complications associated with falling… read the full article.

The 3 Most Important, Non-Standard Features Of Safety Tubs

Posted on Tuesday, April 26th, 2011

Safety tubs can work wonders in providing freedom and serenity to people in need of an independent bathing solution. Safety tubs often share a few features that earn them the title “safety tub.” Things like upright seating, a door for easy walk-in access, and handles to help sit down and stand up are defining characteristics of a safety tub. Beyond the basics, there are a slew of features that can be included in safety tub that will make the experience dramatically different. Here are the 3 we think are the most important:

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