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Designed to meet the needs of larger and taller bathers, the Scorpio 1800 disabled bath provides superior levels of comfort as it is wider, deeper and longer than a standard bath. It is a height adjustable bath, ensuring a safe and comfortable working level for carers to reduce the risk of injury or back strain. The Scorpio 1800 incorporates a powered seat that transfers the bather in and out of the bath in a smooth and controlled manner. There is the option for this seat to be detachable and compatible with a wheeled frame – providing a completely detachable transit chair for onward transfers around the bathroom or beyond. The Scorpio has a 150kg safe lifting weight and is available with a range of taps, shower units, LED lighting and whirlpool options. THE CHALLENGES Paul Worthington, 17 from Gravesend in Kent, is a lively and positive teenager who lives with complex disabilities resulting from Sjögren–Larsson syndrome (SLS). SLS is a very rare condition which causes a var...

‘Personal Care’ is a free-to-attend event that provides visitors with the opportunity to see and compare the latest products to assist people with a range of disabilities. Paediatric and bariatric solutions will be on display, and this includes variable-height baths, showers, bath lifts, transfer chairs and other such aids to assist with daily hygiene. Among a list of exhibitors, Abacus Healthcare will be demonstrating its Gemini hi-lo platform bath. Read more:  http://www.abacushealthcare.co.uk/news/details/40/see-abacus-at-the...

Abacus Healthcare will be demonstrating their popular height adjustable Gemini assistive bath at Choice Unlimited in Leicester tomorrow. For more show details -> http://bit.ly/1GKjX5e The Aquanova Gemini is an ideal accessible bath for domestic bathrooms. Its unique 3-in-1 changing, drying and bathing platform makes bath-time more pleasurable for both the carer and the bather, and reduces potential back-strain for the carer.

On Thursday 19 March, Abacus will be demonstrating a number of bath models from our  Aquanova bath range   including the popular  Gemini , at Kidz-in-the-Middle at the Ricoh Arena in Coventry (Stand E17). This unique bathing solution includes an integrated, height adjustable platform suitable for bathing, drying and changing children in a safe and comfortable manner. It's variable height operation also ensures carers or parents can bathe children at a safe working height, without the need to bend or lift - reducing the risk of back injury and enhancing the overall bathing experience for all. Abacus Healthcare has been a long-standing supporter of the Kidz events and their assessors enjoy the chance to discuss individual bathing requirements face-to-face with families and carers. Plus, with the ability to try out their baths and accessories hands-on, visitors to  Kidz-in-the-Middle  can discover how their baths can make a real difference to the well-being...