By Kerry Knight
When it comes to health care devices, anything worth
using or owning is always related to having the right options on that device. Walk
In Tubs offer a great example. The reason I say this is because many unscrupulous
vendors will try and sell you a stripped model that does not really fit your needs.
They usually do this by hooking the prospect with a low ball price. However, once
the buyer gets the Walk In Tub home, they soon discover they have been short changed
with regards to their health and therapeutic needs.
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When looking to purchase a Walk In Tub, there are usually
three major options. First, the Soaker model,
with no jets at all, provides a tub with
all the safety features you need. They have
a door which is water tight for safety, an easy access threshold for stepping over
into the tub, slip resistant surfaces, an
ADA compliant seat, and grab bars for making getting up and down easier. The owner can then sit in the tub, without the
fear of falling, soaking in warm water, and utilizing the hand held shower sprayer
to rinse the body and wash the hair. With
no jets in the tub, installation is relatively easy, since, there are no electrical
requirements. Just connect to an existing
drain and water lines and you're all set.
The Wonder of Hydrotherapy
However, many wonder about the advantages of the jetted
systems. The second option would be to install
the air jetted hydrotherapy. This model should come with 18 jet ports all over
the tub, with 8 ports around the seat, 8 ports in the floor and 2 ports behind the
knees. It is designed with an air pump that
blows warm air (off the motor) into the water to create thousands of therapeutic
bubbles. This therapy is often called THE
BUBBLER. It is great for assisting with the
pain and discomfort associated with rheumatism, lumbago, multiple sclerosis, sciatica,
menstrual cramps, arthritis, high blood pressure, migraines, stress, sprains, poor
circulation, and much more. The bubbles
are designed to treat the entire body at once.
The warm, bubbling water can do some
amazing things.
The Magic of Heated, Jetted Massage
A third option is the water jetted massage system with
inline heater. Normally there will be 6 large
ports, strategically located in the back and around the legs. There is a water pump that pulses the water against
the body to massage the muscles like the hands of a masseuse. Fortunately for you, the hands never get tired. The inline heater ensures that the water stays
warm so that you can stay in much longer than usual.
Sometimes, due to sensitive skin, a person is concerned
about the amount of pressure given by these jets. What if it is too much force that creates discomfort
rather than helping? The answer is simple. Each water jet port is adjustable. By turning the nozzle clockwise you restrict the
force or pressure of the jet. The jets are
also directional, which means if you want to direct the water to a specific part
of the body, you can. Let's say you have
a muscle in your back that is tight due to an injury or just sleeping the wrong
way. Just by turning the jet to that spot
and adjusting the pressure, you can provide a warm, soothing solution.
The Difference in Cost is Less Than 1/2 Cent a Day
In most cases, the price difference between a soaker
tub and a jetted tub, is a matter of a few hundred dollars. Most find that it is well worth the difference.
Here are the facts. If the life expectancy
of your Walk In Tub were only 12 months,
your added cost would only amount to a little over 50 cents a day.
So, make sure to look at the options that are available
to you. You will be glad you spent just a little more.
In this article, I have explained how some vendors attempt
to fool prospects into thinking that their
Walk In Tubs cost less by stripping out the features. I further explain the benefits
and options that can be added to Walk in
Tubs. These options can convert a Soaker Walk In Tub into a Walk In Tub with therapeutic
benefits via hydrotherapy or heated jetted massage.
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If you have a question, feel free to contact
me at the number or email listed at the end of this article. It’s been my pleasure
sharing these tips with you. Thanks again for visiting with us.
Until next time.
Alan and Kerry Knight are the owners of Tub King, Inc., and SeniorBathtub.com in Jacksonville Florida.
Together they have many years of experience in the antique and senior bathtub
industries. Their companies not only provide superior products, they are also award
winners, receiving the best of Jacksonville Chamber Award three years running. If
you would like to contact them, call (800) 409-3375 or (800) 843-4231 or
email them at alan@tubking.com.
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