TOILET: On & Off Using Toilet Riser

In this video the caregiver will learn how to instruct an individual on how to get on/off the tolilet using the toilet mounted Toilet Seat Riser with Arms. This may be a good option to accommodate for both improving the height of the toilet as well as having handles for upper extremity assistance when getting on and off of the toilet. Always distribute even weight through both hands when getting up and down from the toilet. These same instructions for getting on/off the toilet can be used in varying situations and with different pieces of equipment as well.  We always want to make sure the toilet height and push off surfaces for the hands are appropriate.  

Some individuals may need demonstration or tactile cues along with verbal cues.

Verbal Cues Sitting Down

  1. Back up until you feel the toilet at the back of your legs
  2. Reach back one hand at a time (assist with hand placement as needed)
  3. Bend your knees, stick your bottom out, lower yourself down to the toilet 

Verbal Cues Standing Up

  1. Put your hands on the safety rail (assist with hand placement as needed)
  2. Scoot your bottom forward
  3. Lean forward, bringing your head/ "nose out over your toes"
  4. Push up with both hands evenly as you stand
  5. Bring one hand up to the walker at a time  

 

Vive Health Toilet Seat Riser with Arms

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  • 3.5” seat height
  • 300# weight limit
  • Available for standard and elongated toilets
  • Removable handles
  • Use with existing toilet seat
  • Handle width standard 22” elongated 21.25”

see product link for further product details

https://aecorner.video/video/HELPdurham/toilet-on-off-riser1