As the weather starts to turn cold, many people shift their focus to indoor activities. Idealized visions of winter relaxation used to include reading a book by the fireplace. Nowadays, people tend to treat themselves to a home spa day. If your bathroom needs an update or some new features, the team at KDI Kitchens and Baths is here to help.
One main feature people have been asking for is a walk-in bathtub. A walk-in bathtub is a great option for you to add to your home looking to the future of independent living in your home. Keep reading to learn about the benefits of having a walk-in bathtub installed in your home to support independent senior living.
1. Combat Mobility Limits and Plan for the Future
Walk-in bathtubs are a great solution to your mobility limits. Avoid the dangerous big step with an easy step-in tub. The step to enter a walk-in tub is only a few inches, a drastic improvement over the more than 15-inch edge of an average bathtub. Whether you use a scouter, walker, or wheelchair in your home, a walk-in bathtub will make the transition into the tub easy.
Modifying your bathroom with a walk-in tub is a small shift that can transform your independent living options. Even though you may not need this feature now, adding a walk-in bathtub will preserve your dignity and give you peace of mind in the years to come.
2. Soothe Your Body with Hydrotherapy
Hydrotherapy is what athletes use to soak their stressed muscles after a tough workout. Water has been used to cure pain since ancient times. A walk-in tub with whirlpool jets combines heat and massage to relax your pains. If you struggle with arthritis, fibromyalgia, poor circulation, or many other conditions, the warm water and steam can enhance your body’s natural healing processes.
3. Avoid Slips or Falls
Slips and falls are a major concern for elderly people. Injuries abound for people who have an accident while washing up. Recovering from such an accident will take a long time, and the costs of a slip in the shower can be extreme. You can end up paying thousands of dollars for a visit to the hospital after falling in the bathroom. Avoid a slip and fall accident in the bathroom with a walk-in bathtub.
4. Walk-in Bathtubs can be used as Showers
Walk-in bathtubs can have features including an extendable showerhead allowing you to spray down or soak. This feature can help ensure you get the care you need while a shower is still available.
Choosing the Right Team for Your Walk-In Bathtub Installation
Deciding to get a walk-in bathtub is just one step. Picking the right company to install your new bathroom feature will make all the difference in the months and years to come. KDI Kitchen and Baths is a family company serving Southeast Michigan. The experienced team at KDI Kitchen and Baths are equipped to install your walk-in bathtub, many times within the one day.
Give the team at KDI Kitchens and Baths a call today at (734) 946-5000 to hear more about our options for your walk-in bathtub.
