Slippery floors have the potential to cause hopeless harm to people. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released statistics showing that millions of seniors have fallen in the shower. However, injuries are not limited to the elderly. There have been incidents in which middle-aged people, young adults, and even young children have been seriously injured. Bathing should not be dangerous but bring satisfaction and relief. Join us as we look at some things that will help you improve your shower experience.
Advantages of bars in the bathroom
Eliminating hazards in the shower means having shower bars on hand (quite literally). These are the support bars that help you balance in the shower. They help you feel safe when standing on slippery floors or if you have a medical condition that could cause you to fall. Here are several benefits associated with grab bars.
Promotes stability, comfort and confidence
Baths are risky due to their slippery nature. Without safety devices such as shower handles, the elderly at home would feel dependent on them. As a result, they lost confidence. Stability in the bathroom is crucial, especially when you’re taking a shower. Having a shower rod to hold on to while rubbing your back can save you from a terrible fall.
Reduces chances of falling
The shower bar is made from sturdy materials that are ideal for helping you balance yourself. If you are afraid of slipping in the shower, you can hold on to it for support.
Versatility of grab bars in the bathroom
The shower rod can come in different shapes and sizes. You can choose what you like best and which will perfectly fit your bathroom. Here are the main differences;
Grab with toilet paper, soap dish or towel holder
The multipurpose shower grab bars can be used as a soap, towel or toilet paper holder while helping you maintain balance. It is perfect for maximizing space.
Safety pole and curved grab bar
As the name suggests, this is a height-adjustable shower grab bar that is placed in bathrooms with ceilings up to 10 feet high to help you get in and out of the shower without fear of falling.
Kohler choregraph shower bar
Unlike the bathtub, it is a bathroom decoration that keeps you safe. It looks like a ballet bar but will help you with your bathroom navigation and safety.
Safe bath and shower handle
While other shower grab bars need to be drilled into walls, Secure Grip can be installed on just about any smooth surface. However, its job is to help you achieve balance in the shower and it won’t hold your weight the way a composite shower bar does.
Angle grab bars
These are ideal when one has to sit down to take a shower. These grab bars are placed in the corners to lift yourself up after showering, greatly reducing the risk of falling.
Best places to install Grab Bar
Many businesses in the USA have instructions on how and where to install a shower rod. For example, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) mandates that grab bars must be drilled with screws into studs behind a wall. The bathrooms have different architectural designs. Experts should verify the best place to fix a grab bar by showing them how to get in and out of the shower and indicating where they are held. Fits grab bars in any orientation depending on customer style and desired effectiveness.
Other bathroom safety features to consider
Other than shower bars, various safety measures are used to ensure safety in the bathroom.
shower chairs
These are chairs that are built in or installed in the bathroom to ensure safety in the bathroom. They are available as back seats, corner seats, foldable seats, and bench seats.
Hand held shower head
The fact that it is handheld ensures safety in the shower. Wall mounted hand held shower head with hose so you can use the shower head in your hand. When combined with a shower chair and grab bar, the risk of slipping is greatly reduced.
can
These caddies are bathroom shelves that double as safety features and bathroom accessory holders. This shower caddy will help keep your shower tools off the floor and out of your way. They were available in different options; 2 box corner rack, 1 box corner rack, 2 box with razor holder, 2 rectangular corner racks.
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