What is a Shower Seat?
You have probably heard the terms shower seat, shower chair and shower stool tossed around. If you are like most, you have also wondered what the difference could possibly be. There is an easy explanation for you.
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The reason you may have heard more than one discussion about a shower seat, chair or stool is because the typical American bathroom makes home safety experts cringe. They see it as one of the most dangerous rooms in any house.
If you think about it, it is plagued by hazards. Slips and falls in the shower are on the rise. As a matter of fact, falls at home are the leading cause of injury and admission to the hospital, especially for those over 65, according to the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. If you are in a wheelchair or over 65 and don't move as nimbly as you once did, the bathroom can be a scary place.
A shower seat can make your bathroom a safer place. It is a seat that is permanently installed in your shower. Some styles fold up and out of the way when not needed, other styles are part of the shower structure just like a bench jutting out from the wall. A shower chair on the other hand is free standing and has a back and arms like a convention chair in your home. Yet another similar medical device is a shower stool. A stool is free standing and does not have a back like the shower chair does. It can, however, have arms that aid in the bather's stability.
If you are in the construction phase of your home, you might want to consider a built in shower seat in your shower. If you are dealing with a completed bathroom, it is quite easy to install a shower seat that is stationary or folding. Regardless of what style you choose, a shower seat will add safety and convenience to your bathing activities. Just be sure to select your shower seat for its quality and durability. Shop around and compare prices, but don't skimp on a product so key to your wellbeing. Also inquire as to whether or not the seat is ADA compliant. Keep safety and functionality at the top of your list when shopping and you will find the bets seat for your needs.
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