Different Types of Bath Lifts

Bath lifts are of great use to physically challenged individuals, since these provide them with an increased sense of independence. A bath lift rules out the need for a personal caretaker each time one wants to take a bath. A tub lift is therefore an economical option in that you can save the money that might otherwise be spent on the caretaker or nurse.

A bath lift is a device that helps to raise/lower an individual from/into the bathtub. Depending on the various facilities, different types of tub lifts are available in the market. This lift is connected to the floor of the bathtub. A seat or bench provided in the lift helps in easy upper and lower movement of the individual in the bathtub. A swivel seat helps in easy usage of bath lifts As the bathtubs use strong suction cups, no modification is needed for the actual bathtub. Most of the lifts use a special battery which has enough charge for raising and lowering the lift.

There is another type of bath lift which does not use electricity. It is powered using water. This model has a special fitting which is joined to the shower head. However, battery powered tub lifts are the commonly used ones. They can be easily carried from one place to another. These lifts provide maximum safety and convenience to physically disabled people. They can also be used in professional care centers.

Bath lifts can be easily installed without drilling. Moreover, you need not spend much money for installation. The individual

using this lift can easily control its operation with the help of a push button. A bath lift provides privacy and acts a personal assistant for a physically disabled person in the bathroom. You investment on a tub lift is really worthwhile since you gain by maximum safety in the bathroom.

Tom Smith is working as a design consultant at Day Elevator & Lift, a premier provider of tub lifts, stair lifts, ceiling lifts, elevators and wheelchair lifts for residential and commercial applications throughout the tri-state area, New York, New Jersey, Connecticut.