A soak in a hot bath is recommended for soothing muscle aches and pains. It can also be a form of relaxation that is therapeutic for people with movement difficulties and the elderly. If you have trouble moving, are disabled, or have problems getting in and out of the bath then a bath lift is the best solution for you to safely get in or out of the bath tub. A bath lift works by lowering you into the tub and rises up when you are done with bathing. People who need assistance when taking a bath will greatly benefit from a bath chair lift. Bath lifts provide and easier and safer way to get inside or out of a bath tub. Risks such as slipping or falling will be minimized when utilizing a bath lift.
A bath lift such as the sterling 303 bath lift is powered by a battery and works by raising or lowering the frame of the chair. It is controlled by a remote that also powers the chair. The batteries are rechargeable so you do not need to plug it into a wall socket thereby making everything waterproof.
There is an added safety which does not allow the bath lift to lower when the battery is running low. This will prevent usage of the bath lift chair which protects you from being trapped inside the tub when the batteries do run out. There are also chair bath lifts that recline to help you get more comfortable but they will not recline further at an unsafe angle.
The only downside to bath lifts is that a person should still be able to raise their legs to get into or out of the chair. Assistance would be required for those who have difficulties in raising their legs. Persons with disabilities or the elderly will be able to enjoy baths in private and without the dangers of falling over or slipping when trying to enter the bath or get out of it. There are other disabled or elderly bath aids that are available in the market to help them have a pleasant bathing experience and with the added assurance of their safety.
Drive Medical Bellavita Auto Bath Lifter, White
- 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
- Excellent for deeper model tubs
- Two piece construction makes the lift easy to assemble/disassemble for transport
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. 308 lbs. w
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