A walk-in tub is a great addition to a senior’s bathroom and they are much cheaper than people expect them to be. Here are all the details you need to know.

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A walk-in tub is an amazing way to enhance your home with a safer, more comfortable, and therapeutic experience.   But just like any other home upgrade, deciding whether you need a walk-in tub is a big decision.

So why would you need a walk-in tub?

A bathroom is a dangerous place in your home since its surface becomes wet and moist.  There’s a high chance you might sleep and fall if you don’t take caution.

This risk becomes even greater if you’re an older adult.  Falls are among the primary causes of both fatal and non-fatal injuries in older people.  However, a walk-in tub provides more safety and comfort than normal traditional bathtubs.

Let’s look at other reasons a walk-in tub is a wonderful investment.

 A Walk-In Tub Improves Bathing Experience and Safety

Just like a traditional bathtub, walk-in tubs offer you a place to sit while bathing. However, because of its design, it’s much safer, and it greatly reduces the chances of you slipping or falling.

Walk-in tubs feature a low step entry threshold of a few inches and handrails, making entering and getting out of the bathtub quite easy.  You don’t have to climb over any sharp edges or sides, you just need to walk in the tub.

They also feature doors that open and close on the front side of the tub.  So seniors have a way to enter the tub without having to raise their legs over the threshold.

The sealing on these doors ensures that water stays in the tub and doesn’t flood your bathroom floor.  Once you’re inside, you can sit down, relax, and bathe hassle-free.

Furthermore, you get to enjoy additional comfort features designed for people with mobility issues.  These features include fast-draining, whirlpool jets, and a heated backrest.  

You can also enjoy hydrotherapy and chromotherapy for physical wellness.  The heated backrest will keep you warm during your soak and whirlpool jet will massage you calve, feet, and spine to relieve pain, aches, and massage your sore muscles.  

Different walk-in bathtubs come with different capabilities.  Here’s is a list of options you may like:

• Deep soaking tubs: Allows you to soak your complete body.
• Walk-in air tubs: Uses tiny air bubbles to massage your body.
• Walk-in whirlpool tubs: Uses adjustable water jet to massage your spine, calves, and feet.
• Combo massage tubs: Uses a blend of whirlpools and air bath features.

There are many other custom options you can choose from if those above don’t suit your needs.

Other Benefits of Walk-In Tubs

A walk-in tub is much safer compared to a traditional tub, especially if you’re older or experiencing mobility issues. The seats in the tubs and other safety features, such as grab bars and slip-resistant floors, make the bathtub a safe and stable choice.  If you’ve often struggled in a traditional bathtub, you’ll definitely find walk-in tubs much easier and comfortable to use.

Apart from safety, this smart tubs also provide numerous health benefits, including:

Symptom relief:  Individuals suffering from conditions like arthritis, rheumatism, fibromyalgia, and diabetescan benefit from the soothing effects of a walk-in bathtub.

Improved circulation:  Walk-in bathtubs can also improve your overall blood circulation, increasing mobility, and pain relief.

Relaxation and pain–relief:   They provide you with peace of mind as well as giving you a stress-relieving experience.  They can also improve the quality of your sleep with hydrotherapy, chromotherapy, and massage features.

If you want to gain from your bathing experience, a walk-in tub is a path to follow. After each bath inside it, you’ll feel more relaxed, relieved, and free from everyday problems.

Walk-In Tub Costs

As we mentioned earlier, walk-in tubs are an investment. However, it’s not out of the price range as many people think.  The fact is, it’s an upgrade you can afford.

Walk-in bathtub come at every price point.

The basic starts at $1,500, while a more expensive or customized option can cost an up of $20,000, depending on the features you desire.

However, the tub is not the only investment owner will need to make. The cost will increase if you need pre-installation plumbing or electrical work.

Fancier or Unique features will also increase the cost. For instance, hydrotherapy, walk-in tubs go for an average cost of $5,000 to $7,000. Soaking tubs will cost at least $2,000 to $5,000.

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Considering the benefits associated with walk-in bathtubs, purchasing one is an excellent investment regardless of your budget.  Needless to say, you’ll experience the best bathing experience as well as being safe every time you take a bath.