The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) reported an estimated 18,700 hip fractures in the year 2015 - 2016 for the population aged 45 and older, of which 93% were resulting from a fall.
Statistics show that these hip fractures rose substantially with age and that the incidents occurred for the majority at home and at aged care facilities. The AIHW statistics currently reflect over 100,000 people of the age 65 or over were hospitalised due to falls in 2016-2017; and 15% of these falls were from household objects such as beds, chairs, steps, stairs, and ladders.
These numbers will continue to increase if safety measures at home are not put in place.
With a Multifunctional Shower Chair and Over Toilet Frame the likelihood of a fall will certainly decrease.
Cost/Time
The average costs for a hospital stay in order to recover from a fall can be quite high, as well as the time it takes to recover. Family and friends also may take time off from work to help to support a patient who has fallen. If the patient was employed, you would have to take the time that is lost to their recovery.
When considering the total costs of a fall versus the cost of investing in equipment that can help support you, this is worth the investment! This one piece of equipment has many convenient functions, replacing the need for a commode, a shower chair, a bedside chair, a raised toilet chair, a toilet support and a walker. The average cost of each piece of equipment is $40, totalling $240 for all six! Without a doubt, falls at home have a significant impact on individuals and their families, not to mention the burden on the health system. As such, devices that help prevent falls are incredibly important.
That is when the Multifunctional Shower Chair and Over Toilet Frame from Assist Ability Australia can help. It is a great mobility aid that combines 6 functionalities in 1, so you can save money!
Space
Without having to store a commode, shower chair, bedside chair, raised toilet chair and walker saves space! Many bathrooms are not large and make it difficult to manoeuver in with bulky equipment. Having a multifunctional device allows for room to spare. If a person has downsized and lives in a home with limited space, this piece of equipment is ideal.
Convenience
Many seniors with physical disabilities may not have the strength to move big and bulky equipment in their home. With falls happening during the night, one does have the ability to use the walker in order to maintain balance while walking to the bathroom. Along with the convenience of placing the toilet seat on within moments makes for easy access and a safer alternative as a commode. The simple and convenient portability allows for easy usage as a chair in the shower as well. At the same time, it can be used as a toilet frame to support you when seating or getting up and as a toilet seat raiser.
Travel is another area that many may have been limited to because of the amount of accommodating equipment needed for their daily living. However, with the Multifunctional Shower Chair and Over Toilet Frame there are no limits! The adaptive equipment is convenient and can be transported on the plane, train, car and cruise ship. The lightweight aluminium frame provides durability and portability for travel. Using the frame as a walker and packing the accessories in the luggage makes it an ideal mobility aid with great portability. The suitability of using any shower without a bulky piece of equipment to transport. The flexibility of placing the bench or toilet seat allows for more independence to use anywhere at any time.
Independence
The Multifunctional Shower Chair and Over Toilet Frame from Ability Assist Australia is a useful assistive device that helps people retain their mobility and independence. By encouraging the use of it, you can help your loved ones with reduced strength to gain the confidence and self-esteem they need to be more independent. The lightweight yet sturdy aluminium frame is easy to use, without complicated instructions. Pieces are easy to attach (and remove) and take minimal time making it a very convenient solution for individual use.
Conclusion
As the number of elderly people will grow in the coming years, so will the number of falls, unfortunately. One practical device that might help prevent falls is a multifunctional shower chair and over toilet frame. With its 6 functionalities in 1, this convenient piece of equipment turns into a shower chair, walking frame, bed commode, toilet frame, raised toilet seat and support rail.
The Multifunctional Shower Chair and Over Toilet Frame by Ability Assist Australia is a very handy product that can assist elderly people to perform various daily tasks.
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