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New advances in so many areas are making it possible for people with mobility issues to enjoy the small things in life. One such product is the walk in bathtub. With these tubs you walk in and close the water tight door so that taking a bath is safer for people with mobility issues. The benefits of these tubs are also enjoyed by people without mobility issues. They are also a great option for smaller bathrooms as they feature high sides on a compact design.

With walk in bathtubs elderly people can maintain their independence and stay in their own homes for longer. They also come with a host of other features such as large temperature control, self drying blowers, and hydrotherapy. It pays to look around and find which type of walk in tub is best for you. Inward swinging doors are preferred by somewhile others like the outward swinging door models.

Many people believe that models with inward swinging doors are simpler to maneuver in and out of and give a better water tight seal. Walk in tubs with inward swinging doors also tend to be less expensive than other models. The main disadvantages to buying a model with an inward swinging door is that it can be in the way once you are in the tub. Another drawback is that you cannot open the door when the tub is full.

Many people choose the model with the outward swinging door because the door can open when the tub is full in an emergency and can be used to help support the person maneuvering in and out of the tub. There are many types of people who would enjoy a walk in tub. There are models specifically designed for those in wheelchairs. Some things these models will have are sit and pivot seating and outward swinging doors so that it is easy to move from the wheelchair to the seat. When you have a walk in bathtub you can have the freedom to relax in a nice warm tub without worrying about getting in and out.