The commode chair is a mobile potty. This is a most direct description of a commode chair. It is a piece of furniture containing a concealed chamber pot. There are now many types of commode chairs. Some are designed with comfort in mind, some focus on ease of cleaning, and some provide mobility with features of a wheelchair. In Singapore, due to the smaller living space, small size and lightweight types of commode chairs are also popular and common choices.
How to choose a suitable commode chair? Some questions to ask oneself would be:
1) Where would the commode chair be placed at? If it is to be stationed at a fixed place such as in the bedroom, this commode may not need to have wheels. If the plan is to wheel the user into the toilet, then wheels would be useful.
2) Some families may not fancy using the potty bucket that comes with the commode chair but instead hope to position the commode chair directly above the toilet bowl for easy cleaning. In this case, a commode chair that allows for height adjustment would be important.
3) Do note the door entrance width and surrounding obstacles when choosing a commode chair. Commode chairs have different dimensions and heights, so be sure to take these into consideration.
4) Some users may need a Self-propelled Commode Chair for a certain degree of independent daily living. Commode-cum-wheelchair is a possibility. The potty is covered under a cushioned seat when not in use.
Choose a commode chair with the user in mind. However, do not forget the helper too. Helping the helper to carry out the nursing job with more ease is also a great reason for buying a commode chair. Visit Sunshine Nursing & Wellness to check out the many types of Commode Chairs and let our experienced staff help you with your queries.
