It is very difficult for a person
with mobility impairment to perform the daily tasks, of course family members
or friends are there to aid but with availability of modern equipment it is
now much easier to lead a healthy life instead of the mobility impairment.
Walking aids are always a great choice to move around but for other activities
like toileting or bathing there are various other equipment available like: -
Shower Chair with Back – Blow molded polythene is the
material which is used to make a comfortable shower chair with back. To provide
extra safety this chairs have built in hand holds and angled legs which
increases patient’s stability with distributed weight over a wider area for a
comfortable bath.
Standard Bedside Commode – Due to age or illness and even injury, it may be impossible for many patients
to go to toilet and use them. For this a standard bedside commode is very
useful and safe equipment. It is portable in nature which allows you to carry
in travel or accordingly.
Shower grab bars – You can get the best quality shower grab bars from Goodwill
Home Medical and that is also in a very reasonable cost. There are basically
two types of grab bars: -
·
Metal Garb Bars: - It is a durable chrome plated steel
and it also gets blended beautifully with the décor. It comes with a mounting
hardware and has maximum weight capacity of 250 pounds.
·
Suction Grab Bars: - It can be used as added safety in
both inside and outside of the house. It is a multipurpose grab bar which can
be used in bathroom for use on a shower wall or for any kind of support , as a
temporary towel bar, or can also be used a assistance for standing or climbing
stairs. It has release lever which makes installation and releasing very easy.
Toilet Safety Frames – It works as a great support for the
daily use of the toilet for the elderly people or patients with mobility
impairment. There are two types of frame available-
·
Two Legs Toilet Safety Frame: - It is made of aluminum
which is lightweight but strong. It comes with two legs and the bracket gets
easily attached with the frames of the toilets and the arms are height and
width adjustable.
·
Four Legs Toilet Safety Frame: - This is same as the
two legged frame, but it has four legs for additional support.
These are the few basic types of
equipment which can make the life easier to perform the daily task with safety
and comfort.
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