Many seniors would prefer to age in place, but most homes can be hazardous for those with mobility issues. Bathrooms can be especially dangerous, with wet, slick floors that make injuries much more likely. If you’re renovating an elderly parent’s home, walk-in tubs are a great way to ensure their bathroom is as safe as possible.

Why Invest in a Walk-In Tub

1. Easy Access for People With Mobility Issues

If your parents use walkers, a cane, or a wheelchair, getting in and out of the bathtub can be a challenging project. Even if you have handrails installed in the tub, they might need help performing this basic task. Walk-in bathtubs, on the other hand, only have thresholds a few inches tall, which are much easier for seniors to step over.

2. Preventing Falls & Injuries

Falling is the leading cause of emergency room visits by seniors, many of which occur in the bathroom. For your elderly parents, trying to step over the side of the bathtub can be dangerous, leading to head trauma, hip fractures, and other injuries.

Walk-in tubs reduce the risk of falling by eliminating the need to step over the side of the bathtub.

3. Built-In Therapy Options

Many walk-in tubs feature air or whirlpool jets, which can provide relief from pain, stiffness, and other age-related symptoms. They’re also twice as deep as standard tubs, so the user can fully submerge themselves and relax tight muscles all over their bodies.

If your parent is suffering from fibromyalgia, arthritis, or poor circulation, a hydrotherapy-equipped bathtub can restore some lost mobility by boosting circulation throughout the body. 
 

For over 40 years, Bath Creations has been helping seniors throughout the Greater Dayton area stay in their own homes with expert bathroom renovations tailored to their needs. Their designers take the time to create custom solutions for every home, using only the best products on the market. Visit their website to learn more about the benefits of walk-in tubs or call (937) 222-3200 to discuss your remodeling project today.