Tub and Shower Devices for ALS |
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The following devices are designed to help you bathe and shower more safely and more comfortably. These devices are not covered by Medicare, Medicaid, or private insurance. But before paying out of pocket, ask your local ALS organization if you can borrow any of these devices from their loan closet at no cost.
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Shower chair without arms
a chair that provides stability in the shower and allows you to rest as needed |
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Shower chair with arms
a chair that provides stability in the shower and allows you to rest as needed; the arms can help you get in and out of the chair independently |
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Tub transfer bench
a bench that straddles the tub and bathroom floor and allows you to sit down and scoot yourself in and out of the tub |
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Tub slider with swivel seat
a seat that straddles the tub and bathroom floor and allows you to sit down and swivel in and out of the tub |
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Rolling shower commode chair
a chair on wheels that can help you get safely from the bed or wheelchair to the toilet and roll-in shower; you can either relieve yourself directly into the chair’s pail or remove the pail and roll it over the toilet |
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Tilt-in-space shower commode chair
a chair on wheels with multiple adjustment and support options that can help you get safely from a bed or wheelchair to the toilet and roll-in shower; you can either relieve yourself directly into the chair’s pail or remove the pail and roll it over the toilet |
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Grab bar
a permanent or temporary bar that can assist you around the house with maintaining balance, lessening fatigue while standing, and preventing slips and falls |
Equipment Safety
Consult your physical or occupational therapist before buying or using any medical equipment. Also ask your local ALS organization to assess your equipment needs.
To avoid unnecessary injuries, you and your caregiver(s) should receive training from your physical or occupational therapist on how to safely and properly use each piece of equipment.
To avoid unnecessary injuries, you and your caregiver(s) should receive training from your physical or occupational therapist on how to safely and properly use each piece of equipment.
