Commodes
Bedside and over-toilet commodes, drop arm and bariatric models, and wheeled shower commode chairs for full bathing routines.
A commode is a chair with a toilet seat and a removable pail. It is bought for one of two reasons: the toilet is too far away, or getting onto the toilet has become too difficult.
The three jobs a commode does
Most basic commodes do all three, which is why they are often sold as 3-in-1.
Beside the bed. With the pail in place, it means someone does not have to cross the house at night, which is when most falls happen and when accidents are most likely.
Over the toilet. With the pail removed, the frame stands over the existing toilet, raising the seat height and adding armrests to push up from. That is often all someone needs.
As a shower chair. Some models can be used in the shower, though a chair designed for the bathroom will do it better.
Drop arms are worth the difference
If someone transfers sideways from a wheelchair, a fixed armrest is in the way and has to be lifted over. A drop arm swings down out of the way, so the person slides across at seat level.
For anyone doing a sliding transfer, this is not a luxury. It is the difference between a safe transfer and a lift.
Shower commodes are a different thing
A rehab shower commode is a wheeled chair the person stays in for the whole routine: wheeled to the bathroom, positioned over the toilet, rolled into the shower, dried, and wheeled back. It eliminates repeated transfers rather than assisting one.
Tilting versions add pressure relief and head support for someone who cannot hold themselves upright. These are specified with a therapist, not bought off a page.
Height and weight
Seat height should let the feet rest flat with knees at roughly a right angle. Too low and standing up is hard; too high and the feet dangle. Most commodes adjust.
Bariatric models are wider and reinforced. Match the width to the person, not just the weight rating.
Ask us
Tell us where it will be used, how the person transfers, and whether anyone is helping. That is usually enough for us to point you at the right one.
MOBB 3-in-1 Shower Commode Wheelchair
A wheeled shower commode that goes to the bathroom, over the toilet and into the shower, so the person transfers once.
Bariatric Shower Commode Chair
A bariatric rehab shower commode on a reinforced aluminum frame, so the whole routine happens in one chair.
Deluxe Bariatric Drop-Arm Commode
A reinforced bariatric commode with arms that drop away, so transfers happen sideways rather than over the armrest.
Herdegen Adjustable Commode Chair
A padded commode chair whose legs adjust individually, allowing an inclined seat position for hip replacement patients.
Invacare Aquatec Ocean Ergo Shower Commode
Invacare's premium non-tilting shower commode, with an ergonomic seat that encourages upright, independent sitting.
Invacare Aquatec Ocean VIP with Soft Seat
The tilting version of the Aquatec Ocean, with centre of gravity tilt geometry and the soft seat fitted.
Medline 3-in-1 Elongated Folding Commode
A folding steel commode with an elongated seat, matching a standard toilet shape rather than the smaller round type.
Medline Padded Drop Arm Commode
A Medline commode with a padded seat and arms that drop away for sideways transfers.
MedPro Defense Euro Commode with Flip-Up Armrests
An institutional grade commode, sani-chair and transport chair in one, with flip-up arms and high toilet clearance.
MOBB 4-Way Padded Commode Chair
Low stock
A padded commode chair on locking castors with access from all four sides, doubling as a shower chair and transport chair.
Padded Commode - Drop Arm
A commode with a cushioned seat and arms that drop away, for longer sitting and sideways transfers.
Pinniped Paediatric Commode
A commode sized for children and teenagers, with a low adjustable seat so their feet rest flat on the floor.
Power Plus Horizon Tilt Shower Commode
Low stock
A Canadian made tilting shower commode in stainless steel, built to your measurements with a five year rust guarantee.
Build Your OwnRaz Shower Commode Chairs
Raz mobile shower commode chairs, configured to the person and the bathroom after an assessment.
Build Your OwnRaz Trakz AP
Shower Commode Chair (Rehab) - 18"
Low stock
A wheeled shower commode chair with an 18 inch seat, used over the toilet and in the shower so the person transfers once.
Shower Commode Chair (Rehab) Self Propelled
A rehab shower commode with large rear wheels and handrims, so the person moves themselves rather than being pushed.
Standard Commode with Wheels
Low stock
A 3-in-1 commode on locking castors, so it can be moved between the bedside and the bathroom.
Standard Commode with Wheels and drop arms
Low stock
A wheeled 3-in-1 commode with arms that drop away, so transfers happen sideways at seat level rather than over the armrest.
Standard Commode Without Wheels
In stock
A 3-in-1 commode that works beside the bed, over the toilet or in the shower, on fixed legs that stay put.
Standard Commode Without Wheels - Bariatric
Low stock
A reinforced bariatric commode with a wider seat and fixed legs, folding for storage when not in use.
Tilt Shower Commode - 18" HPU
A tilting rehab shower commode with an 18 inch seat, for pressure relief and support through a full bathing routine.
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