Believe it or not, it’s one of the most dangerous rooms in the home. Slick floors where water easily accumulates, hard surfaces, loose rugs, hot water, and slippery showers are some of the main danger zones in the bathroom. For small children and the elderly, great caution should be taken to ensure maximum safety.
BEK Medical is your main source for all sorts of bathroom safety products. As we have mentioned in previous blog posts, senior citizens and parents of young children can design their bathrooms in order to prevent slips and falls. It can be a complicated area for people with limited mobility. Take advantage of specially designed items to make sure that the bathroom remains a safe place.
Shower safety
Bath benches are great for elderly individuals who will have a hard time standing for longer periods of time. Benches help to prevent slips, falls, and ensure comfort. Stools are available to fit both small and larger showers.
Grab bars can also be installed in any shower or tub. They are great for senior citizen to sturdy themselves as they sit or stand. Parents of young children can also take advantage of grab bars as added support when bathing children. Many parents use the bars for balance as they lean over the tub or even something as simple as hanging up the tubby toys to dry.
Handheld shower heads allow both the young and the old to bathe all over while sitting. Those who feel dizzy in the shower will find these shower heads especially useful. Parents can use them to bathe infants and toddlers without running the risk of getting water in their child’s eyes.
Other bathroom tips for parents
Pediatricians recommend that parents always accompany children under the age of four when they are in the bathroom. Be sure to use slip-resistant mats around (and in) the tub. Again, grab bars are beneficial for small children to be able to hold onto as they get in and out of the tub. Always test the temperature of the water and beware of sharp edges such as the faucet.
