Warranties and hydrotherapy for your walk in bath tub
February 23rd, 2009 | 
Author: Walk in bathtubs have become popular recently. They aren’t just for seniors. Baby boomers also like the restorative benefits of walk in bath tubs. There are many models of walk in bathtubs on the market. Prices range from $3,000 to $15,000 and quality varies markedly.
The principal way to determine the quality of a bath is by the warranty from the manufacturer. Warranties should be at least one year on the motor (if applicable), lifetime on the door and seal, and five years on the remaining components (taps, drains, actual tub, etc.) If a walk in bath comes with a one year manufacturer warranty, be careful: the quality isn’t there.
A often comes with hydrotherapy air jets or water jets. Hydrotherapy is an excellent way to relieve pain and stiffness associated with osteoporosis. Air jet tubs are much better for the elderly than the traditional whirlpool tub water jets. Whirlpool jets create pressure points that can make the bather uneasy. If the bather is not comfortable, you will not use your walk in bath, and won’t receive the benefits of hydrotherapy. With an air massage tub, the user gets a satisfying therapeutic full body massage.
Hydrotherapy occurs when heated air is pushed through air jets throughout the bath tub. These air bubbles adhere themselves to your skin. As more bubbles follow, they push the previous bubbles up your skin, creating a massaging effect. This actually increases your circulation, enabling you to receive similar effects as exercise without the physical exertion. Hydrotherapy has been used in spa centers to speed up rehabilitation. Increasing blood flow through the gentle massage of your skin and muscles reduces swelling and stiffness, and gives you back the mobility you once enjoyed. Walk in bath tubs enable you enjoy bathing again by relaxing in the comfort of your own home.
Choosing the right walk in bath is important. It ensures the bather is rested and will enjoy the freedom and independence your safety tub offers. Having the wrong bathtub that doesn’t suit your needs will keep you from using the bath and gaining the many benefits it offers.
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