It is so easy to conclude that most good things are complicated, expensive, or hard to achieve. Luckily, that is far from the truth and it is possible to attain joy just from little things. One of those little things are toilet frames.
A toilet frame is an aid that fits onto or around the toilet. Its main goal is to help you hold on to something in the space around your toilet when you are sitting down or standing up from the wheelchair. It is basically a frame made of coated metal, to provide support and stability when using the toilet.
It Is Simple And Versatile
What makes toilet frames different from other toilet aids is how versatile they are. They have so many different features to offer a user. In order to illustrate this point, a toilet frame can be just another simple metal frame with one or two handles for support.
It can also serve as much more. They come with two handles, ferrules for more stability and armrests for more comfort and support. The armrests are normally height adjustable and are in some cases foldable.
The armrests are very helpful when it comes to transferring a person, especially in confined spaces like the toilet. Some have features that allows them to be used as toilet seat raisers.
What Are The Options?
With all the available options to choose from, you might be wondering which toilet frame is best for you. The first thing you have to take into consideration is the available space in your bathroom or toilet. Toilet frames are manufactured to fit in snug and small spaces.
The second thing you must think about is the durability of the toilet frame. Because of advancement in technology and in materials used for production, toilet frames are light in weight but can still support weights of up to 100kg and more.
Finally, you want to take a look at the details. As mentioned before, toilet frames come in many sizes and shapes, therefore when choosing one you have to think of your needs and your preferences.
Prices on toilet frames range from $40 up to close to $200, depending on the additional features needed. Most can be adjusted very easily to fit the size of the toilet seat.
Whereas some are stand alone and can be moved from toilet to toilet, others can be attached to one toilet and come with tool-free assembly instructions, and maintenance is normally very minimal.
Are Toilet Frames Right For Me?
Do you still doubt whether toilet frames are right for you? Then consider the following scenarios:
– Does the toilet seat feel a little too low for you?
– Do you have trouble standing up from the toilet because of too much hip or joint strain?
– Is there a little water puddle near the toilet seat which can cause you to slip?
– Do you not have enough strength in your legs to stand up or when you have to move from your wheelchair or mobility scooter?
– Do you experience dizziness or vertigo?
The point here is that toilet frames are there to support when situations are not so good and when you need a bit of help in the bathroom.
