Gordon checks the brake is on when the move is complete.īoth bath boards and swivel bath seats are easy to lift out of the bath if other family members are going to use the bath. This time Jean sits well back on the seat before Gordon releases the brake and starts to turn the seat 90 degrees. Jean and Gordon use the same method as before. Gordon checks the brake is on before Jean starts her move. The seat is fitted with a brake position. This type of seat is used for stroke patients who feel more confident or prefer to sit with a back rest and arm rests. This fits on top of the bath and has adjustable screws under the seat to secure the seat to any size bath. A bath board can be placed at either end of a bath depending on which side is easier for each person. She will have her wash sitting in this position.īath boards work well with a hand held shower spray and Gordon does not have to bend so far down into the bath to assist with washing Jeans back or hair. Once both legs are in the bath Jean shuffles to the middle of the bath seat and makes herself comfortable. Gordon then helps by supporting her weaker right leg over the side of the bath and he uses his other hand to support her back. She can lift her stronger left leg over the side of the bath. Jean sits on the side of the bath board while Gordon is near by to move her stick to one side and support her back as she moves. It has adjustable pads on the underside which fit securely to the inside of the bath without marking it. The bath board is a commonly used piece of equipment as it will fit most baths. If the person feels unwell or falls it could be difficult to get in to help. Have warm towels or a towelling bath robe ready.Have everything ready near by, such as soap, shampoo, flannel.
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Here are some tips on how to prepare the bathroom. The most cost effective solution to meet your need.The safest method or solution to get in and out of the bath.They consider the person’s individual needs.The type of bath equipment you may be offered after a stroke will depend on the outcome of an assessment by an Occupational Therapist, Care worker or Community Nurse. In this film you will see a stroke patient and her carer (Jean and Gordon) using three types of bath equipment.