When we mentioned to our neighbors that we are thinking of installing a walk in tubs, they were surprised since both of our parents are not living with us and we don’t have elderly person living in our household.

We usually associate walk in tubs for elderly people since it provide a safe and easy way of getting in and out of the tub. Walk in tubs are not only for the elderly. People who are suffering from occasional or chronic back pains or arthritis or people who suffered stroke or any illness or accident that they have less mobility can benefit from having a walk in baths or people who just want to reduce the risk of falling from stepping in and out of the bathtubs. [Read more →]

According to CDC (Center for Disease Control and Prevention) one out of three adults 65 and older falls each year and 20% to 30% suffer mild to severe injuries that will limit mobility or increase their chances of early death. Older adults are hospitalized for fall-related injuries five times more than other caused injuries. With these statistics, taking a bath for your older adult loved ones can be risky. [Read more →]