Dignity in Every Detail: A Bath Chair for Special Needs
At Rifton, we believe hygiene and health go hand in hand. The Wave shower bath chair is designed to make bathing safer, more comfortable, and more dignified—for clients and caregivers.
Therapists and families asked for a more supportive special needs bath chair, and we responded. The Wave features a wider seat for larger users, extra-soft padding to protect skin, and multiple base options for use in the tub, shower, or during transfers.
One of the biggest game changers? The tub transfer base. It makes transfers easy without heavy lifting or permanent fixtures. It's a smarter, easier way to help with bathing.
Whether you're supporting a small child or an adult up to 250 lb, the Wave simplifies bathing and improves daily care.
Download the Wave brochure for full details.
Why the Wave Works: Key Benefits for Everyday Care
The Wave is more than a bath and shower chair; it's a supportive tool designed to make daily routines safe and comfortable. Its thoughtful design supports more dignified care for people with disabilities and individuals with limited mobility. Each feature is thoughtfully developed to support positioning, enable safe transfers, and reduce the risk of strain or injury for both users and caregivers..
These practical benefits can also support funding requests by clearly demonstrating medical and caregiving value.
- Extra wide seat with open sides:15" wide for small and medium; 17½" for large offering comfort and easier access during bathing. .
- Accommodates older clients: The large size fits users up to 6'2" and 250 lbs.
- Flexible fit: All seat sizes work with any of the three base options.
- Adjustable calf rest: Moves independently from the seat angle for comfort and support.
- Innovative tub transfer system: The bath tub transfer chair base enables clients to be placed in the bath seat using a mechanical lift and then rolled back and rotated over the tub for showering. No manual lifting required.
- Growth-friendly: Convert from small to medium by replacing only the seat, back, and cover.
- Practical long-term solution: Avoid expensive bathroom remodels or the need for bed baths.
Special Needs Bath Chair Features
Explore the Wave’s design through the interactive slides below. Every element of this special needs shower chair is built for comfort, positioning, and ease of use.
- 1 A complete bathing system with integrated transfer solution
- 2 Easy to adjust
- 3 Positions like no other bath chair
- 4 Thoughtful details for users and caregivers
- 5 Wider and more comfortable than ever
Components
Customize the Wave with accessories to better meet your client’s needs. These additions enhance safety and support in your bath and shower chair setup. See the slides below for details on all optional components.
Sizes & dimensions
Choosing the right sized bath chair for disabled clients is essential for comfort and safety during bath time. Use this dimensions chart to help you make the right choice for your client.
Key considerations:
- Ensure that seat depth, width, and back height are an adequate fit for the user
- Choose the correct model size based on the user’s height and weight
- Do not exceed the maximum weight capacity
Tip: Choose the model that allows for growth
Product Resources
Learn more about the Wave using the resources below.
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