by mobilityplus | 23rd May, 2018 | Accessibility
Hydrotherapy is an option that is available with our baths, such as the Hampton Elite walk-in bath, and is recommended for people who suffer with rheumatoid or joint-related issues.
But what is hydrotherapy? And how can you make the most of having it in your bath?
What is hydrotherapy?
Hydrotherapy is the technique of using water to treat different conditions, which can include arthritis and other joint-related conditions, as well as muscle tension.
Hydrotherapy has been around for hundreds of years and is involved in all sorts of traditional medicine practices. But how exactly does it work?
How does hydrotherapy work?
When undergoing hydrotherapy treatment, you can use either cold or warm water. Cold water is often used to stimulate and invigorate the body, increasing its internal activity.
On the opposite side, warm water is used to slow the body down. Warm water calms and soothes the body, allowing muscles to release any tension and ease joint paint.
At home, in our hydrotherapy-enabled walk-in baths, we would suggest only using warm water. However, if you were to visit a specialist hydrotherapy spa, cold water treatments may be worth exploring.
What benefits does hydrotherapy have?
The most immediate benefit of a hydrotherapy soak is the reduction of muscle tension and joint pain. By soaking in the water, your relieve tension in the limbs, helping to reduce any stress that is placed on the muscles and joints. The water also supports your aching muscles and joints, and helps ease movement.
Hydrotherapy also has some longer term benefits, including the ability to boost the function of the immune system. By increasing the flow of the blood around the body, thanks in part to the warm water, your white blood cells can move around quicker. This helps strengthen the immune system, keeping you free from colds and illnesses.
But hydrotherapy has more than just physical benefits. Hydrotherapy can also help mental fatigue too, and is well known to be good at relieving stress. This is because hydrotherapy helps to reduce blood pressure, and may also slow down the body’s reaction to anxiety.
How can I change it up?
Warm water has the obvious effect of being relaxing and soothing, especially when the temperature ranges between 37C° and 38°C. Try a 20 min dip with water between these temperatures to help your muscles relax and your skin to soften.
But raising the temperature can also be beneficial, even by a couple of degrees. Raising the water to be between 39°C and 40°C can have a deeply relaxing and sedative effect. Be careful not to stay in the bath for too long however, as this can cause exhaustion.
You should also think about adding some salts or aromatherapy oils to the bath. The addition of aromas or salts will really change the feel of the water, as well as stimulate your other senses – creating a more relaxing soak.
But it’s not just about the water itself. You should also invest in the ambience. It might sound silly, but things such as candles and bubbles can really help relax you, and make the most of your soak.
Can I get hydrotherapy spa?
Currently, only offer hydrotherapy in several of our walk-in baths, such as the the Hampton Elite. If you’re interested in finding out if the Hampton Elite is the right bath for you, why not talk to one of our team to find out?
by mobilityplus | 13th Apr, 2018 | Accessibility
Maintaining our independence and comfort in bathing as we get older can pose a challenge if our mobility is reduced, which may make us lose enjoyment and confidence in bathing in our own home.
This is why we not only offer a wide range of easy access walk-in showers, walk-in baths and wet rooms, we also provide our customers with optional bathroom accessories, so you can enjoy the full use of your bathroom again.
Here’s a selection of our most popular bathroom accessories so you can personalise your mobility bathroom and bathe with confidence again.
Showers
We offer two types of shower that are easy to use and adjustable to your bathing needs. Each shower is designed with functionality, safety and luxury in mind, so your walk-in shower gives you style and comfort all in one.
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Thermostatic Mixer Shower
This elegant chrome mixer shower is a great addition to any modern bathroom. Flow and temperature are controlled separately which means you have accurate control of both elements with a dual control tap function.
The mixer shower is easy to operate as the dual control is operated by paddle levers, making this shower suitable for users of all abilities and bathing needs.
Check out The Richmond level access shower range to view our thermostatic mixer shower.
Electric Care Shower
The Electric care shower is one of the most advanced thermostatic electric showers available. The easy one touch easy-to-press start/stop button makes for simple operating. The large LED read out with clear print helps to improve visibility and legibility of the available shower settings.
However, this award winning electronic care shower also comes with a unique user-friendly remote control and safety temperature lock so you can pre-customise your bathing settings. The adjustable riser rail and long hose offer additional ease of use, and the adjustable easy clean head comes with a number of spray patterns, so you can find the best shower settings for you.
Check out The Kendal affordable walk-in shower range to view the Electric care shower.
Shower seats
At Mobility Plus, we offer four types of shower seats to accompany your mobility bathroom. A shower seat can make your bathing experience even more relaxing, since it provides you with your own spot of luxury and tranquillity.
Compact fold up shower seat with grey pad
This grey pad shower seat (pictured above) is great for bathroom areas where space is limited. Its design provides stable support and the padded seat offers real comfort. When not in use the folding shower seat neatly moves up out of the way freeing up more space around your walk-in shower.
Standard fold up shower seat with arms and back
With its fold up design, arm and back support, this versatile shower seat meets a number of individual needs. This shower seat provides much needed support for individuals who have stability or mobility issues. The strong design prompts secure independent bathing and folds up out of the way, so you can maintain a spacious and luxurious mobility bathroom.
Fold up wooden seat with support legs
This shower seat design is made from ecologically friendly rubber wood and rust-proof stainless steel which creates a very stable and durable shower seat. The profiled edges are varnished for greater comfort and the shower seat is suitable or users up to 40 stone in weight.
Free standing adjustable height shower stool
This shower seat is ideal for any active users with an unsteady balance or low stamina. The compact design is perfect to use in the shower, or at any other point throughout the home. The adjustable height settings make the stool versatile in practicality and functionality, while the simple yet durable design makes it easy to maintain and keep clean.
We are on hand to offer you more information on shower seats, and which solution is best for your bathing needs. Get in touch today or request a free brochure.
Grab rails
Grab rails are a hugely beneficial bathroom accessory to add to your walk-in shower or walk-in bath for additional safety and stability. We offer three types of grab rails, so you can find the best solution for your bathing and support needs.
Plastic fluted grab rails
Fluted surface grab rails provide additional grip and can support loads of up to 100kg. The rail is positioned 59mm away from the wall to ensure that the rail is easy to hold while also giving you space and flexibility of your body position while in use. This grab rail is made from high quality uPVC and is available in lengths of 300mm, 450mm, and 600mm.
Stainless steel grab rails
This popular type of grab rail is made from high grade stainless steel and has a polished finish for a luxurious appearance that does not compromise on durability. The stainless steel grab rails are available in lengths of 300m and 450mm with a 32mm diameter.
Contemporary stainless steel grab rails
This grab rail is similar to the stainless steel grab rail but it differs in design, offering a contemporary appearance that is the perfect safety support for any modern bathroom. This design is available in lengths of 355mm, 480mm and 620mm.
While the type of grab rail is important to the safety of your mobility bathroom, the position of the rail is just as essential. Check out our blog to learn more about grab rail positions for your mobility bathroom. If you have any questions about bathroom accessories we’re on hand to guide you through the best options for you. Get in touch today.
by nadezda gurska | 12th Sep, 2017 | Accessibility
Helpful home equipment has never been more accessible, with lots of organisations and products available to help you at home, it has never been easier to make your home safer again and regain your independence at home.
1. Hand rails
Moving from one room to another, or manoeuvring around certain rooms such as the bathroom can be troublesome when mobility is restricted. Having handrails installed throughout your home can be a big help in moving around. Use them to hoist yourself on the first step, lift yourself out of a chair and steady yourself when moving around.
2. Stair lifts
For people without steady balance living in a two story home, going up and down the stairs can be a scary prospect. Having a stair lift installed in your home will allow you to get from one floor to another safely and with ease.
3. Removable bath boards
Getting in and out of the bath can be very demanding in terms of mobility, so for those who cannot move around so easily it can be a big challenge. A removable bath board can help you to get in and out of the bath with ease and make bathing safer.
4. Shower seats
Not every bathroom has both a shower and bath so if your home has a shower or wet room instead of a bath you should invest in a shower seat so that you can remain steady and safe whilst showering.
5. Adjustable bed
An adjustable bed will not only improve back posture and provide many therapeutic benefits, but it will also make getting in and out of bed that bit easier. With automatic adjustable setting that allows you to go from a lying down to sitting position with the touch of a button you can rise from your sleep without the daily struggle.
by nadezda gurska | 6th Sep, 2017 | Accessibility
In later life, your health and well being becomes more and more important to your daily routine. Your movement becomes more difficult, your body will ache for no reason at all, and your mental well being will become more of a concern. But here at Mobility Plus, we’ve got the perfect solution to help you to over come these worries. Relax and unwind in your whirl pool hydro spa bath. Here’s how it can benefit you:
Reduce Stress
A hydro spa is a good place to relax and unwind. The bubbling jets are particularly soothing and will help you relax not only mentally but also physically. Even get your very own reflexology therapy by placing your feet over the jets. Your feet contain thousands of nerve endings, and their stimulation can improve your overall well-being and mood.
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Ease Muscle Pain
A hydro spa can be an effective way to treat sore muscles and joints which is a common complaint in later life. The water jets inside the tub allow for a high-pressure hydro massage that you direct to specific parts of your body simply by moving around and adjusting your body to receive the full force of the water. When running at full intensity, the jets can provide something akin to a deep-tissue massage, soothing aches and pains.
Improve Circulation
The hot water and bubbling of a Jacuzzi will cause body temperature to rise, which in turn will dilate blood vessels. This improves circulation, especially to the extremities, and can help people with arthritis have better movement and less pain in their joints. A soak in the Hampton Elite will leave you feeling invigorated with an sense of health and well being.
For more details click here The Hampton Elite Walk-In Bath
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To see the rest of our products, view our walk-in bath and shower ranges.
