Shower transfer benches – Helping hand for the disabled

Shower transfer benches are meant especially an aid for an elderly friend or a relative for handicap showers. It is a wonderful gift for anyone having broken legs, arms, ankle or foot. They are meant for people finding difficulty getting into or out of the bath tub can benefit from shower transfer bench. Installation of shower transfer benches can be as simple as putting together the bench and placing one foot of the bench inside the bathtub or shower and leaving the other foot on the outside. People with arthritis or anyone unable to stand on their feet can use shower transfer benches with ease.

For more permanent solutions, these transfer benches can be affixed onto the shower walls. To use one place it such that one side is sitting inside the bath tub and the other side is sitting outside the tub. There are many dangers associated with taking a bath or shower regardless of your ability and mobility. Falling in the bathtub is always a risk and should be avoided at any costs. A bath transfer bench gives some back their independence to take a shower whenever they need without any assistance.

Installation of a shower transfer benches are simple and can be done quickly. Some transfer benches come previously arranged. They vary in size, style and price ranges. The cost depends up on your health insurance. So, while you apply for a health insurance, check whether the shower transfer benches are included, as it is covered in a general health insurance. The actual benefit of the shower transfer benches are far beyond the actual pain with the insurance needed along with the transfer benches.

Shower Transfer Benches Features and Specifications:

Shower Transfer Benches

• Textured, molded backrest and seat
• No slip surface with drainage holes.
• Lightweight, aluminum frame
• Adjustable in 1/2″ increments: 15 1/2″ to 20 1/2″.
• Backrest adjusts for right or left facing tubs.
• 300 lb. Weight limit.

The prices ranges from $50-$200.