They have a dish at the front to hold soap and a plug hole or pouring lip at the back to empty the used water into the toilet pan.

Multi-function chairs/sanichairs can also be used, and have the advantage that they can be used as a commode and shower chair, making for a less cluttered environment. Look for retailers who are members of the British Healthcare Trades Association (BHTA), which means that they adhere to the organisation’s code of practice.We strongly advise that you do not book plumbers until your goods have arrived and have been checked, we are not liable for any plumbers costs, consequential loss or compensation in any way. If you have limited hip flexion look for a raised toilet seat with a section that slopes down on your affected area. These are shaped to support the buttocks but is also raised slightly at the centre front to help keep the legs apart and to provide better support for the thighs. If your carer has never received any advice on helping a person to transfer, ask to speak to a physiotherapist, occupational therapist or a community nurse.

They can also be used as a transfer chair and some can be positioned over the toilet with the commode pan removed. You can change your choices at any time by visiting Cookie preferences, as described in the Cookie notice.They are generally fixed to the wall alongside the toilet, but if this is not structurally possible, then a rail that extends from the wall behind the toilet could be used.