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Bath tub chair lifts...

Posted by craftyc (My Page) on
Sat, Sep 5, 09 at 17:10

87 Year old mom....knee replacement...quite arthritic...wants desperately to be able to get in bath tubs again. (hates showers...!!) Anyone have any experience with the lift chairs for bathtubs? any recommendations? Do they go low enough so you don't have to use tons of water? I like the idea of being portable so we don't have to entirely re-do the bathroom.(as opposed to the walk in tubs I've seen) any comments, or suggestions would be greatly appreciated. (by her AND me!!!)


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RE: Bath tub chair lifts...

did you check with your local medical supply stores?: They may not have what you want/need, but can give you some suggestions. But the problem with bath tubs and older people is that can slip and fall too easy. I do not care how much she hates showers, this is a safer way to go.


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RE: Bath tub chair lifts...

There are a few types of bath chairs available on the market. Columbia Medical makes a dew and Drive Medical makes one that I am aware of. See link I included

Here is a link that might be useful: Bath Lifts


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