Paraplegic Bathtub Transfer Bench

In this video I talk about the home made transfer bench that I made which allows me the ability to use the bathtub in my home as a T1 Paraplegic. I primarily use a shower stall with a transfer bench, however, this bench gives me the option to use the tub if I choose.

[suzannehawkins]

I agree. Keep making these videos. They have been so helpful to me being recently paralyzed. You are much more strong and agile than I but these videos give me great encouragement. Thanks

[arandhyflores]

You have no idea how much your videos have helped my fiance & I! He recently had a sci, he is a T-9 from a gunshot wound that happened December of 2016. We just got home a week ago from rehab & we are still figuring everything out! We are currently looking to build a machine with pedals & a motor so he can excersize his legs & reduce how tense his legs can get. Thank you so much for everything! Greetings from Cincinnati!! 💕💕💕💕

[jessicamccorkle]

Thank you so much for making these videos. My sons legs dont work but hes very strong and smart so we are learning how to get him to take care of bathroom care and wheelchair tricks. It's nice to house your videos as a guide to use with my 5yo.

[Greg_the_Berean]

You are THE man, and you are getting through to and helping so many of us. I absolutely love what you do for our community and I thank you sincerely. You and I​ share a very similar heart and you inspire me to want to help and inspire others in such ways. Me being a T-11 para for just over 3 years now I'm now at the faze that I'm learning that it's all the little things that we cope with on a day to day basis that matter the most and you, kind sir help me to realize that even more so. God bless you and keep up the amazing work! Thank you,

Greg

[itswheeliefun]

Excited to see another video. I wish my legs were that free to move about. I've been thinking of creating a video of my bathroom routine to help others. Keep inspiring us!

[Wavewolfaroha]

Great design and emphasis on safety! I have used clearing soft plastic tubing (aquarium type, clear) over similar brackets to protect skin. Also glued foam-type anti-slip rug mats (go between floor and rug) on places in tub where I need a more secure grip. They get nasty and have to be replaced about every three months, but that's cheap and easy to do. I use PVC contact cement, which comes off porcelain tub readily but sticks to mat. My feet not sticking in place is the hardest part for me, because all the balance is in my arms then. Kudos to you for working out these solutions, and then sharing them with us!

[kelseykneese]

Love your video. My boyfriend (C5 quadriplegic) would love to take baths but we've never done it because we can't figure out a way to do it. This is definitely an option. Thank you for your videos!

[ashleymccarty]

I've been paralyzed for 10 years. I'm a T6 complete and I've had this angle so many times and I just have to applaud you for making this bench, it's LoL!

[nld]

I think you're pretty awesome and I find these videos really interesting. I don't have a connection to anyone paralyzed, per se, but I learn a lot about how folks in wheel chairs go about their daily routines. Gives me an appreciation and I find it very inspiring.

[robertasmith]

I just got assign to a paraplegic patient thank you so much for the information I hope you get a patient for your invention bless you!

[dixensizzler]

Nice setup, I know you don't really need it but transferring out with the tub full of water makes it so much easier getting up. Only way I could get out of my old spa tub

[alaaalnshar]

As always, you are great and creative

[LivingAble]

That bench you made is awesome! I talked about your channel in one of my videos a while back on my channel when I talked about opening a door. I loved the little handle you had on your door so I showed your idea and gave you a plug along with my other ideas. Hope to see more videos soon!

[Masterclassonlife]

Great job! Keep motivated to improve your life and surroundings.👍👍👍

[lifangzhang]

Thanks for sharing. This is definitely helpful for health providers too.

[alldayj]

Great job, bro! Much props from a fellow two wheeler.

[claytonmeador]

not much that you miss out on bro..!
Great going..!!!

[KatieFrys]

Love your videos! Thank goodness I'm not confined to a wheelchair yet, but I do feel many of your struggles. Use a shower bench in the shower which has to straddle the side of the tub. Also have 1 grab bar near toilet to help with balance and 2 bars attached to toilet so I get leverage to stand. Leg muscles & nerves are pretty useless for me already😢 Haven't driven my car since 2013, drove with equipment for the state a couple weeks ago and they are giving me a restricted license.

[morgancalvi]

Nothing fancy??? Dude, it's custom made and pretty well at that. People wouldn't be able to buy something that nice withoug spending a small fortune. Glad you are handy enough to be able to do this. Thanks for the tips.

[rsdigiomoney]

Please do a video regarding your marriage and any differences between an able bodied marriage and or any obstacles you had to overcome in your relationship