Toilet Safety Rails for Seniors ( Everything To Know )

Oasisspace Stand Alone Toilet Safety Rail

Toilet safety rails are bars installed near toilets to assist individuals in sitting down and standing up, especially for seniors. The fact that they surround the toilet area provide an important arm supports for the elderly and help preventing from falling risk.In this topic, we’re focusing on this excellent ( and affordable ) device that help senior standing from the toilet : We will provide you with the essential points to consider when choosing a stand alone toilet safety rails and give you many informations about this product.

Toilet safety rail

1.Points to check before buying Toilet Safety Rails :

Here are the factors you should pay attention to:

1.Materials it is made with : First and foremost, the safety rail needs to be sturdy and robust. It must be able to withstand regular use : Look for rails made of high-quality, corrosion-resistant materials such as stainless steel or aluminum.

2.Its weight capacity: It should support the senior’s weight without any issues. So, always check the weight limit of the rails and compare it with your elderly’s weight.

3.-Its dimensions : The safety rail should fit perfectly onto the toilet. Therefore, the width, height and depth should be checked. You can also look for an adjustable wc rail that can be modified to fit. The golden role is : adjustable or not, the safety rail should be mountable to the toilet.

For the measurements : Measure the depth from the water tank ( or the backwall for tankless toilet ), then measure the width around the toilet. When selecting the safety rail to buy, make sure there a minimum of the measured width x depth. This is to guarantee that there will be some available space to place the frame of the safety rails.

4.Its Arms ( where the elderly should grip to stand up ): They simply should be comfortable ( for instance : they should conform to the natural shape of the hand ) and provide a secure grip.

5.Its Tips:  Look for skid-resistant rubber tips to ensure stability, especially if water is inadvertently spilled on the floor.

These are just a few recommendations to assist you in selecting the right toilet safety rails. Additionally, you might come across rails that can be used as walking aids. Others might require bolts for installation. Some are universal and can be mounted on any type of toilet…

It’s up to you to decide the level of convenience and functionality you desire.

2.How to use Toilet Safety Rails Safely:

  • The senior should always place hands centred on the safety rail grip to distribute the weight evenly and avoid forward-tipping.
  • Regularly clean the rails, especially the grip areas, to maintain hygiene and prevent buildup that could cause hands to slip.
  • If the elderly is gaining weight and if his/her weight exceeds the rail’s capacity, you should change it.
  • The tips of the frame can become damaged. So, regularly inspect them for signs of wear or fissures.

3.Reputable brands for Toilet Safety Rails:

Now, I want to share with you some reputable brands in the field from which you can buy Safety Toilet Rails, some have a large choice, some few products.

Carex
Medline
Senior.com
Vive health
Walgreens

Please note that they are arranged alphabetically and not ranked in any specific order.

Don’t hesitate to ask for additional information 🙂

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