DME Spotlight

Walk-In Bathtubs

Close your eyes and envision yourself listening to the sound of water filling your bathtub, aroma therapy in the bathroom with just the right lighting. Let’s face it who doesn’t love a good bath? The joys of getting a bath still peak when I even entertain the thought of taking a nice relaxing warm bath then I tend to find myself humming to the tune of “Rubber Ducky”. You know at this point you may be thinking the tune in your head as well, or maybe your humming it!

At some point the thoughts of taking a bath become just that, thoughts. It is estimated that around a third of people still are able to take baths every day. That means that two-thirds of us reading this right now are unable to take a bath or don’t have the ability to. The days of being able to lift our legs in and out over the bathtub maybe limited or maybe the depth of your tub limits your abilities to get down and sit in the tub. No matter the scenario we know that there these days are a reality for many.

That reality may not be far-fetched for all though! With enhancements and technology, we now have the ability to have our bathrooms designed to fit our needs. Whether that be the grab bars we shared in last month’s edition or maybe that set desire to have a bath again there are new options every day. Walk-in bathtubs are now more popular than ever.

Find yourself pondering saying but why me? Well, because of their luxury and the benefits that some receive out of using them. Tubs can range from just soaking abilities to being a full luxury spa designed to fit your needs, wants, or desires. Benefits of having the ability to have that walk in tub creates a design that allows for deep soaking. The integration of an elevated seat enables you to sit and get up safely at the height of which you need.

Additional features such as low thresholds to decrease a risk of falls or trip hazard, predesigned specialty grab bars and brand specific features make the days of our vision’s come to life. Therapeutic Jets which can not only serve as a whirlpool but massage features as well and even door opening options that can be set to open in or outside of the tub depending on your needs!

Taking the time to invest in ourselves can assist in us finding balance in our mind, our body, and all of our external distractions that pull us away from what maybe just what is needed. Going back to the days of singing in the tub, relaxing before bed, or for some awakening in the morning could be just what we need!