Mobile Shower Chair

Helping paralyzed people who are unable to move on their own take shower

Inspiration

My grandfather is bedridden due to paralysis and limited space at home makes it hard for us to help him move. Without proper bathing facilities, he can’t bathe regularly, leading to discomfort and tension in our family. I would like to design a safe, comfortable, and mobile shower chair to support both paralyzed individuals and their caregivers.

Current Problems

Lack of suitable shower facilities

There’s a need for safe, easy-to-use, space-saving bathing aids for paralyzed people, to help caregivers assist them in the bathroom.

Limited Space At Home

Many homes are too small to have accessible showering options for people who can’t move on their own.

Concept

Paralyzed individuals who are unable to move on their own often can not bathe regularly. This lack of regular hygiene impacts their physical health, causes psychological issues, and increases family stress. Designing a mobile shower chair for paralyzed individuals is crucial; its personalized design meets their special care needs, improving their physical and mental health.

For paralyzed individuals

Product is safe, non-slip, adjustable, and comfortable for users.

For caregivers

Product is easy to transport, clean, and maintain.

For ordinary household

Product should be high-quality, affordable, and space efficient for a typical household.

Rendering & Details

Adjustable Backrest Supporting

Front Retractable Support Bar

Universal Wheel

Hand crank handle

Foldable Side Handles

The overall height of the chair can be adjusted between 40 and 60 cm.

The entire bottom of the chair has a very stable support structure.

Usage Steps

Adjust the chair to a comfortable sitting position and push the person into the bathroom

After the person is on the chair, the caregiver raises the side rails.

The caregiver moves the paralyzed person to the chair by pulling the sheet.

Starting the bath.

Final Rendering

Scale Model Testing

Foldable Armrest

Support rod that can adjust the backrest angle Armrest

Hand-cranked to raise the seat height

3D Printed Models

User Experience

Mrs.Wang 45 years old

Because the seat of the chair is concave, I feel very stable, comfortable, and safe when sitting on it. I feel the surface of seat is a bit hard. The surface of seat needs to use softer and non-slip materials.

Ms.Quan 76 years old

Because the seat of the chair is concave, I feel very stable, comfortable, and safe when sitting on it. I feel the surface of seat is a bit hard. The surface of seat needs to use softer and non-slip materials.