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[Channy]

What do you all use for your toilets? We have a chair like this:

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(minus the bucket) that we just set on top of the toilet when it's time for bowel care. Im just wondering if there is even such thing as a super padded toilet seat that wouldn't involve having to move every time either of us have to go to the bathroom. The commode is a minor inconvenience in our lives (as it's too heavy for him to be able to move on his own) and it would be awesome if we could just have a toilet seat that was SCI and "able bodied person" friendly. We did have a raised toilet seat at one time but it was made of hard plastic so tht was no good for his skin (and it was really weird sitting so high up, there may or may not have been splash back at times ha. Overshare? Sorry).

Also! When you guys go on vacation or go visit family, do you just use the toilet seats tht are available to you (normal seats) or do you have a cushion or something that you use when you travel?

[AussieBrad]

I use a shower/toilet chair it is on wheels. I get up in the morning in my chair and go to the toilet then wheel myself into the shower. it has large rear wheels so easy to move.

[goldnucs]

Try my invention:

www.GoesAnywhere.com

No more worries at home or while traveing.

r

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goldnucs, on 15 August 2010 - 04:21 PM, said:

Try my invention:

www.GoesAnywhere.com

No more worries at home or while traveing.

r

I love your product, but of course cost is always an issue. In your experience, have you heard of insurance paying for even a portion of bath room items (ie. shower/ commode chairs and bowel care in particular)

[guido]

I was recommended an Inflatable Loo Seat Cushion by a Sheffield SIU OT when I left in Aug03 and been using one ever since. Now sell them through my site as they weren't easily available.

[edlee]

How well do those stay in place Guido? They look like they would be just the thing to take along on a trip. I have a bit of trouble transfering my fat, old butt,, and would need to be sure it was still going to be on there when I got there.
ed

[goldnucs]

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I love your product, but of course cost is always an issue. In your experience, have you heard of insurance paying for even a portion of bath room items (ie. shower/ commode chairs and bowel care in particular)
[/quote]

Typically not, because Medicare won't pay and most insurance companies follow Medicare guidelines. God knows why Medicare draws a line at the bathroom door; because I've never been able to find out why. I guess someone at Medicare never has to take a dump and is very dirty. That's why I do try to keep my prices as low as possible. Go take a look at the competition; prices are at least double what ours are. Now, insurance companies have paid for our chairs but it takes stamina. You need to get a prescription, submit it to the company, get denied, appeal the denial, make a lot of calls, etc. If there's anything I can do to help, just say the word.

r

[guido]

edlee, on 16 August 2010 - 12:11 AM, said:

How well do those stay in place Guido? They look like they would be just the thing to take along on a trip. I have a bit of trouble transfering my fat, old butt,, and would need to be sure it was still going to be on there when I got there.
ed

Hi Ed

There are two models available. They stay on really well as there is a skirt flap underneath which stretches around the toilet seat. If you are going to be moving around a load, then there is a travel one which has a half length skirt (easier to take on and off) and straps to hold in place at the back.

It's a personal choice really. I use the standard one for permanent at home, and another one for carrying in my day bag with all caths, etc... and stuff.

Best thing is to see other people's reviews, then you don't have to take my word for it. There are a number of Apparelyzed members who have bought. Get them to come forward and say what they think!

Photo of the underside of the standard cushion below - and will put underside of travel cushion in next post as they take up just too much file space per post:



travel inflatable toilet seat cushion - underside shot:

[brython2]

These Rubber toilet cushions are fantastic, a worthwhile investment! I have three, only have the one arse though!

I bought 3 because I'd been searching in vain for years for these so have the others for spare, I use one permanently and I keep one in the car boot in a rucksack full of other essentials just in case etc.

They protect your botty from the hard seat and give you that extra seat height if you need it.

They can be a little tight to fit on some seats, but usually you can get them on with some elbow grease and a bit of soap rubbed on the seat for lubrication, usually makes things easier.
Best not to over inflate them as it can strain the joins too much and you'll get a puncture that can be a bugger to patch.

Before I rediscovered these rubber seats a few years back I was over reliant on a shower chair, it's given me a lot more freedom now I know I can fit it to most seats.

Just a question on the half length skirt one, I've been thinking of getting one as you see some toilet seats in hotels that have bloomin square type seats these days!
I wonder if the half length skirt cushions would fit these better?

[araitn]

I looked forever for a good solution and my search finally ended with the comfort rise produced by 180psi. I've been using it for six months and love it. I actually liked the cushion so much that I bought a second one three months ago to use when I travel.

They come in several colors and three levels of softness. I opted for the "soft" version in a tan color. I can't really imagine anyone wanting the firm version but, I could see some needing the ultra soft.

In addition to the comfort and lack of significant pressure, the best feature of this seat is that it stays in place. It's almost like it produces a suction grip to the actual toilet seat. I transfer directly onto the comfort rise by placing my right hand on the back of the padded seat and my left hand on my wheelchair and the seat never moves. Likewise, when I transfer back to the wheelchair.

These are some pictures of my actual cushion in my bath room.








I'm not sure at how successful the company is at selling these cushions because it took me forever to find their website. Also, the name of their company (and their web address) makes absolutely no sense to me. Sounds like they would be selling tires? Anyway, I think it's a great product and I hope they are doing well. I believe the $99 price tag is well worth it and the communication after the sell was professional and the shipping was very prompt.

[guido]

brython2, on 16 August 2010 - 10:11 AM, said:

Just a question on the half length skirt one, I've been thinking of getting one as you see some toilet seats in hotels that have bloomin square type seats these days!
I wonder if the half length skirt cushions would fit these better?

Good question. Haven't tried so can't say. If you do get one, please let us know the feedback. It's good to know a products limitations as well as it's good points.

[MrBump]

guido, on 15 August 2010 - 05:49 PM, said:

I was recommended an Inflatable Loo Seat Cushion by a Sheffield SIU OT when I left in Aug03 and been using one ever since. Now sell them through my site as they weren't easily available.

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Loo Seat Folded w.800.jpg

these look great for travelling but how the hell can you get under your butt to do your business when sitting on it ?

[Ches]

Same way you wiped your ass before you got hurt.. You put your arm between ur legs and reach back.. or the old reach around.. depends.. just do what comes natural.

[guido]

MrBump, on 26 August 2010 - 12:20 AM, said:

guido, on 15 August 2010 - 05:49 PM, said:

I was recommended an Inflatable Loo Seat Cushion by a Sheffield SIU OT when I left in Aug03 and been using one ever since. Now sell them through my site as they weren't easily available.

AAL copy.jpg


Loo Seat Folded w.800.jpg

these look great for travelling but how the hell can you get under your butt to do your business when sitting on it ?

Ches, on 26 August 2010 - 05:38 AM, said:

Same way you wiped your ass before you got hurt.. You put your arm between ur legs and reach back.. or the old reach around.. depends.. just do what comes natural.

Beautifully put, Ches. You just get on in there! In fact the Inflatable Loo Seat Cushion makes it easier as the bony bits of your bum don't wedge you in the hard loo seat, but lift you up and give you some room to manoeuvre.

[araitn]

MrBump, on 26 August 2010 - 12:20 AM, said:

these look great for travelling but how the hell can you get under your butt to do your business when sitting on it ?

This is another feature I like about my comfort rise seat. As it's open in the front, it gives you an extra inch or so to get your arm/hand in there to do your business.

Ches, on 26 August 2010 - 05:38 AM, said:

Same way you wiped your ass before you got hurt.. You put your arm between ur legs and reach back.. or the old reach around.. depends.. just do what comes natural.

Well put, Ches!