The flush toilet is a modern invention that certainly makes life easier and homes more hygienic. Before it was developed, people had to resort to simpler ways of relieving themselves when nature calls. They may have used chamber pots to hold their urine. These are small enough to be placed in every room, if they wish. The contents can be emptied in the morning with the pots cleaned to prevent bad smell from developing.

Since pots are quite small, some placed these in wooden cabinets to elevate them and reduce strain for the user. Newer toilet commode designs use steel or aluminum tubing with adjustable height. it can be provided for seniors or sick family members with mobility issues. With this by their bedside, users can obtain the following benefits:

Avoid Late Night Accidents

Many homes share a toilet because of expensive plumbing, fixtures, and finishing. If a senior’s room is located far from the common toilet, then it can be difficult for them to reach this during the night or even during the day. Their poor eyesight and mobility issues will make the short trip feel a lot longer than it should be. This can also be dangerous if they have to cross stairs just to get to the bathroom. They could easily trip and fall. If they had a basic toilet alternative in their own rooms, then they could be much safer.

Ensure Ease of Use

These commodes typically have raised arm rests on each side. Users can grab these when moving in or out. They are thin enough for the hands to wrap around them. The metal tubing is wrapped with runner insulation for temperature control and grip enhancement. A plastic or padded toilet seat makes it comfortable to sit on. A cover can be closed or opened at will. This keeps the odor locked in and prevents foreign objects from getting inside.

Provide Fast Relief

Seniors don’t have the best control of their bladders. They often suffer from incontinence which means that they need to get quick access to a toilet when they need to pee. A far toilet will only make things hard for them. They might try to hold things in when they really need to let things out. Frequent hydration and urination are important in staying healthy.

Keep the Room Clean

No one can really ignore the call of nature. For seniors, this may only lead to a sudden loss of control in which they end up wetting the bed or soiling themselves. Clean-up can be difficult, especially if this happens a lot. It would be so much easier for everyone if a toilet commode was stationed in the room.