<h2>Walk-In Tub</h2>

Nothing feels better than a warm, soothing bath to help relax after a long day and ease away the aches and pains. But for people with disabilities or mobility problems, especially older adults, getting in and out of a bathtub can be dangerous—or even impossible. Regular bathtubs are about 1½-feet tall, so stepping over the rim requires coordination and balance, especially if the tub or floor is wet. The risks of slipping and falling are great:

• The bathroom is one of the most dangerous places in the home for slip-and-fall accidents.
• According to the National Council on Aging, 250,000 Americans age 60 and over slip and fall around the bathtub area each year.
• The majority of broken hips happen by slipping in the tub.
• Two-thirds of older adults that fall in the tub area will fall again within six months.

Fortunately, there are options to let you enjoy all the healthful benefits and luxury of a warm bath or shower without the fear of slipping or falling—walk-in tubs and walk-in showers.

Information taken from http://medicare.com/equipment-and-supplies/bath-products/walk-in-tub.html