... and vision. A study of injuries in the elderly ranked bathtubs and showers among the six highest priority hazardous (Czaja et al., 1982). This ranking was based on the frequency, severity, cost and relative seriousness of injuries for people over 55 years of age compared to people under 55. Mcguire (1971) found that bath tubs and showers were the second most frequently involved home fixtures in injuries. Even after receiving training in hospital, patients are particularly anxious about tub transfers (Finlayson and Havixbeck, 1992). As well as a site of accidents, the bath tub is often difficult to use by the elderly. A study of 57 disabled people over 74 years of age who were living at home found that 90% of them had difficulty with bathing (Parker and Thorsland, 1991). The Increasing Older Adult Population The need for data when designing for the older adult is becoming more important as the ...

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