Medical Equipment

Best Bath has introduced a line of “hospital-grade” fiberglass-reinforced composite shower systems that will adhere to the sub-flooring in virtually any weather. They come with 0.5-inch, heavy-duty plywood backing on the walls, allowing grab bars and other safety accessories to be securely affixed. The shower module’s increased structural integrity is made possible by a substantial laminate schedule and a total encapsulation of the plywood core. The fiberglass showers are recommended for bariatric patients.

MasterCare redesigns the Entre Bath with a side opening feature that allows the seat to extend over the floor surface by 3 inches. The side opening provides access for individuals who are ambulatory walk-ins, sliding transfers from wheelchairs, or transferred by sling lifts and standup lifts.

The side opening also aids in sanitation and reduces the stress caused by bending over a conventional tub rim to clean. The Entre Bath has an exclusive warm air injection system, fast fill temperature controlled water supply and a push button power-operated door that self-stores when open.

Apollo Corporation offers a bathing system with a non-institutional look for the long-term care and assisted living industry. Decorative panels are offered in a wide selection of colored and textured surfaces to complement bathroom decor. Apollo’s bathing system also has a new door that is easier for caregivers to close, according to the company. This tub is available in a whirlpool or air spa model and can be ordered with Remedy, the automatic germicidal ultraviolet water purifier. Remedy attacks microorganisms that are washed into the water during a bath.

When updating its Freedom Bath, Arjo made sure the unit maintained its standard features but benefited from improved ergonomics, enhanced operation and new technology. Now with enhanced aesthetics and an improved ergonomic tub shape, the Freedom Bath offers a roll door feature and lift accessible function, integrated water controls, shower handle, and support handle and improved disinfection system options.

Designed for assisted living facilities, the Freedom bath offers safe, easy entry and exit as well as privacy and dignity, the company says.

Apollo allows clients to custom build a bathing system around resident needs and a specific budget. For non-ambulatory residents, the level glide provides safe transfers in and out of the tub and eliminates the need for patient lifts. Add a weigh scale to increase efficiency by eliminating multiple transfers. For optimum time savings, the reservoir fills the tub in 65 seconds and automatically re-fills for the next bath.