Shower Trolleys

A shower trolley is a specialist bathing aid designed to support people who need to remain lying down during showering and personal care. These trolleys provide a secure, waterproof platform that allows carers to assist with washing more safely and comfortably in hospitals, care homes and specialist care environments.

They are commonly used for people with very limited mobility, high care needs or conditions that make seated showering unsuitable. Height adjustment and wheeled mobility also help carers work more safely while reducing strain during transfers and washing routines.

Shower trolleys are designed for individuals who require full-body support during bathing and cannot safely use standard shower chairs or bath seats. They are often used for people with severe mobility impairments, neurological conditions, complex care needs or those recovering from major surgery or injury.

In many cases, shower trolleys are used in healthcare and professional care settings where safer assisted bathing and easier hygiene management are important for both the user and carers.

This category includes a range of shower trolleys with features designed to improve safety, comfort and ease of care. Common features include hydraulic or electric height adjustment, waterproof padded platforms, drainage systems and side safety rails.

Some models also include adjustable backrests, fold-down side supports, easy-clean surfaces and braked castors for safer positioning during transfers and showering. These features help improve comfort for the user while supporting safer manual handling for carers.

Height-adjustable shower trolleys help carers position the platform at a safer and more comfortable working height during washing and transfers. This can help reduce bending, lifting and physical strain, particularly when providing full assisted care.

Electric and hydraulic height adjustment systems also allow the trolley to be lowered for easier transfers before being raised again for showering and personal care tasks.

Shower trolleys are specifically designed for wet environments and are typically manufactured using waterproof, corrosion-resistant materials suitable for regular exposure to water and cleaning products.

Features such as braked castors, side rails, drainage channels and secure transfer surfaces help improve stability and safety during use. Many models are also designed with infection control and hygiene in mind, using smooth easy-clean materials suitable for professional care settings.

Important factors include user weight capacity, transfer requirements, platform size and the amount of adjustability needed. Some shower trolleys are designed for compact shower rooms, while others provide larger platforms and higher weight capacities for more specialist care requirements.

It is also worth considering whether electric or hydraulic height adjustment would be more suitable, along with manoeuvrability, cleaning requirements and compatibility with existing hoists or transfer equipment. Choosing the right shower trolley can help improve comfort, safety and efficiency during assisted bathing routines.