Platinum Health Gateway Premium Sliding Bath Transfer Bench with Swivel Seat-Padded (Blue)

My father recently had a severe stroke resulting in complete paralysis of his right arm and leg. His home has bathtub/shower units so we could not get him in and out of the bath over the edge of the tub without at least two people holding him up and risking a fall which was embarrassing and dangerous for him. We looked into replacing one shower/bath with a walk in tub or shower stall but that would have cost thousands of dollars so I ordered this product hoping it would make bath time easier. Assembly is straightforward and simple and the assembled unit is lightweight and easy to move and position in the tub. The leg height is adjustable to get the right height for the edge of the tub and the rubber feet are adjustable to fit the slope of the bottom edge of the bathtub perfectly to keep it stable and prevent slipping. The ability to swivel the seat in any direction and lock it onto position is especially helpful as Dad can sit down on the seat facing out from his walker to get undressed with help from his wife and then swivel the seat and lift his bad leg over the edge of the tub before sliding the seat into the shower space. The lap belt and grab bar offer an extra sense of security and stability for those with mobility issues. He can now get into the shower with only his wife helping him which is much more dignified for him and safer for both of them as she has a bad back that prevents her from being able to safely lift and support him alone. Dad was thrilled to be able to have a real shower after a few weeks of sponge baths that never really left him feeling completely clean from head to toe and my stepmother is relieved that she can now help him with his bath without assistance. We are all very happy with this product.

This bench was recommended to me by the occupational therapist on the inpatient rehab unit after my husband had a very long hospital stay. Even with severe muscle wasting he's been able to get in and out of the shower on his with this.The bench is sturdy, and the controls for pivoting/sliding are pretty straightforward once he got used to them. The foam seat is firm but has a little give so comfortable. We have it in a tight space (next to a toilet) and it just fits to where he can comfortably sit facing the water spigot in the tub (he's 6'0"). (If you have a small space, I suggest measuring before you buy.)We don't use the straps, wish we could take them off but I think they're sewed on.I can't remember if the instructions mentioned this, but I set it up in the tub before he came home, and the legs that sit outside the shower needed to be longer than the legs that sit inside for the bench to be level. I recommend getting this adjusted beforehand, along with the position of the rubbery foot caps, which are angled and hard to change once you've put them on.I also bought a special shower curtain that has splits that go around the bench. It was pretty expensive and had some bad reviews, but I'm really glad I went for it anyway. It works perfectly with this bench and saves me a ton of cleanup (we had a shower aid who didn't want to use it and the bathroom looked like a water park afterward).So glad somebody makes this kind of thing.

This is a game changer! Very easy to assemble and use & very sturdy. Having the overall stabilty and a back on this chair enables me to shower more comfortably not worrying about the chair shifting or tipping over. Very comfortable and makes it easy to lift my legs over the tub one at a time and get postioned comfortably. The seat and back are never cold to the touch, not sure how, but that's a plus. I highly recommend this to anyone needing assistance getting in and out of a tub, or for anyone needing to sit while showering and wants to exit the shower flooring safely.

This has worked wonderfully for me. Makes getting into shower so easy and safe. I do love it.

Overall this is a game change for my son's ability to shower. No longer do we have to risk lifting or transferring into a seat in the tub. The height is adjustable and can be set to be level with the legs in the tub to the legs outside of the tub. The angled rubber feet can be twisted to be flat and the whole thing is stable. I cut the shower curtain to fit around the rails.Note: the chair was shipped in a box with the two rails already assembled, but they were backwards and the chair didn't lock on the spring pegs. Once I realized the problem, it was easy to disassemble and reverse the rails. It is now working perfectly.

This is such a game changer coming from rehab. From being wheelchair-reliant to now being able to use a walker, this bathtub contraption has been a huge step towards being self-reliant and taking care of myself. It is safe and comfortable enough given that I have a number of fractures and lesions on my back. My husband was able to assemble it easily and without a problem.

The slides easily my mother can do it herself and slide into the tub / shower. It is the best shower seat we have tried