On/Off Toilet

• Combined raised toilet seat and frame

  If you feel that the benefit of a raised toilet seat and a toilet frame would both be applicable, then this combined product could be an ideal choice.

  Do consider the space required surrounding the toilet to accommodate the frame. Again, if you are weaker on one side of the body than the other, perhaps following a stroke, this would not be recommended as it is not fixed to the floor; if you put more weight through one side of the body than the other, then there is a slight risk of the frame tipping to one side. In this scenario, consider a raised toilet seat and wall fixed grab rail.

• Difficulty getting on and off the toilet

  Whether you are experiencing difficulty getting on or off the toilet due to problems such as chronic back pain, or maybe you are recovering from surgery, some simple equipment can make getting on and off a standard toilet easier.

  Some products add height to the seat to make the transfer easier, whilst others provide additional support in the form of rails or a frame.

• Raised toilet seats

  Fitted to the existing toilet bowl rim, using adjustable brackets to provide a secure fit. Available in three heights- 2”, 4” or 6”. Available with or without a lid.

  Through increasing the height of the toilet seat, getting on and off can be made easier, and reduce strain on joints. However, ensure that the height you intend to add to the seat will still enable your feet to touch the floor for stability.

• Toilet Frames

  Adding a frame around the toilet provides armrests for support- providing arms like on a chair; people often express how much easier it is to get up from a chair that has armrests, compared to a chair without any arms. This is an ideal choice if the toilet height is not a problem. Do consider the space required surrounding the toilet to accommodate the toilet frame.

  The height of the toilet frame is adjustable.

  If you are weaker on one side of the body than the other, perhaps following a stroke, this would not be recommended as it is not fixed to the floor; if you put more weight through one side of the body than the other, then there is a slight risk of the frame tipping to one side. In this scenario, you may wish to consider a wall grab rail, fitted on your stronger side if possible.

• Wall Grab rails

  You will see a wide range of wall mounted grab rails in our range; folding support rails are ideal beside a toilet if there is no wall adjacent to you, only a wall behind. They must be positioned at a height suitable for you, generally level with your hip when sat down. These can be folded back against the wall when not in use.

  If you have a wall adjacent to the toilet when sat down, you could consider a wall grab rail. Various lengths are available.