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Shower Commodes
Prescribe with confidence from Unicare Health’s range of shower commodes. Choose from clinical-grade models that support patient hygiene, comfort, and dignity in hospital, residential, and community settings.
Shower Commodes
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A shower commode is a portable chair designed for showering, toileting, and personal care tasks. It helps reduce manual handling and multiple transfers, supporting safer and more dignified care for clients with mobility challenges.
Shower commodes are commonly prescribed for clients who cannot safely stand in the shower or transfer to a toilet. They are ideal for individuals with neurological conditions, frailty, or during post-operative rehabilitation.
Attendant-propelled commodes can only be operated by a caregiver, while self-propelled models give clients more independence with large rear wheels, similar to a manual wheelchair.
Tilt-in-space commodes provide posterior tilt of the entire seat, ideal for clients with high care needs, poor trunk control, or those at risk of pressure injuries. They support posture, pressure redistribution, and ease of care delivery.
Yes. Many models are designed to roll over standard-height toilets, minimising transfers and supporting clients in small or modified bathrooms.
Shower commodes are constructed with rust-resistant frames, wipe-clean padding, and open access designs for easy cleaning. They're suitable for both residential and facility settings.
Yes. Unicare Health offers a wide range of commodes for hire, including tilt-in-space and transit models, ideal for temporary care, hospital discharge, or trial before purchase.