1. What is the appropriate height of the toilet chair
The height of the toilet chair for the elderly is 450-475mm is a common standard. The toilet seat for the elderly is completely designed according to the most appropriate size of ergonomics, so that the elderly can relax after sitting on it, which is conducive to smooth defecation. Moreover, the three sides are surrounded by strong steel frames, which completely avoids the occurrence of the elderly falling down due to lack of physical strength. Another advantage is that it is easy to disassemble, easy to clean, and easy to move. It is the best choice for the frail elderly at home.
Second, is the toilet seat for the elderly better of carbon steel or aluminum alloy
The advantage of carbon steel is that high hardness (HRC60-65) and better wear resistance can be obtained after heat treatment; the hardness is moderate in the annealed state, the raw materials of carbon steel are readily available, and the production cost is low. The density of aluminum alloy is small, and the density of aluminum is 2.7, which is about 1/3 of that of copper (8.9) or steel (7.8). Low density and light weight, at the same time, it can save moving and processing costs and reduce costs. Aluminum alloys have good plasticity and can generally be processed into various specifications and formed products. Various properties can be generated through surface treatment. , The film layers of different colors generally have relatively good decorative properties. Carbon steel commode chairs and aluminum alloy commode chairs have their own advantages, and everyone can choose according to their preferences.
Three, what kind of toilet chair is good for the elderly
1. Type
toilet chair The whole can be divided into two categories: foldable and non-foldable; according to the small points, some can be used as stools; some can be used for our bath; there are armrests that can be turned down to facilitate people to get up and down; there are also widened seats It is suitable for people who are overweight; there are high backrest types, which can be added to the toilet to increase the height of the toilet, etc. Different types of toilet seats can be selected according to different needs.
2. Material
The materials used in the toilet chair are mainly steel pipes, plastics and rubbers. The steel pipe toilet chair is mainly used as the overall support frame , while plastic and rubber are mainly used for urinals, bucket lids and handrails. After all, commode chairs are health care products for the elderly, so attention should be paid to the materials, so as to avoid unscrupulous merchants using some illegal materials to manufacture products, resulting in injuries to the elderly due to the use of low-quality commode chairs.
3. Skeleton
The main purpose of purchasing a commode chair is to make it safe and convenient for the elderly to go to the toilet. Therefore, it is important to choose a commode chair with a solid frame. When some elderly people use the toilet chair, it is easy to fall and cause safety accidents because the frame is not stable enough. Therefore, when choosing a toilet chair, check whether it is stable enough.
4. Backrest
Choosing a commode chair with a backrest can make the elderly more comfortable and safe when going to the toilet. Some elderly people will lean back in order to help defecation when going to the toilet. At this time, if there is no support behind, it is easy to fall, so a toilet chair with a backrest is better.
5. Armrests
The armrests of the toilet chair can prevent the elderly from falling down due to constipation after a long time using the toilet. It can make the elderly relax after sitting up, which is conducive to smooth defecation. During the defecation process, there is a place to hold it when you have to force it, so that the elderly can go to the toilet with peace of mind.
