Relief for People with Arthritis: Bathing Company Commended by the Arthritis Foundation's Ease-Of-Use Program

SOUTH DAYTONA, Fla.,  March 15, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Premier Care in Bathing is pleased to be a member of The Arthritis Foundation's prestigious Ease-Of-Use program for their mobility friendly Walk-In Baths and Showers.

One in five (22%) adults in the United States report having doctor diagnosed arthritis.(1) Many people with arthritis struggle in their normal daily activities. Now there are options for people to live their daily lives with much more ease and comfort. The Arthritis Foundation has commended Premier Care in Bathing (Premier Care) for their Ease-Of-Use Walk-In Baths and Showers. This allows many people with arthritis, and other mobility issues, to take care of daily hygiene and other day-to-day activities with much more ease, comfort, independence and dignity.

Each year, one in every three adults, age 65 and older, falls.(2) This commendation by the Arthritis Foundation, after stringent testing, proves that Premier Care Walk-In Baths are easy for people with arthritis and mobility issues to use in their own homes. Many people find that this allows them to stay in their homes longer and enjoy their day-to-day activities in their life with fewer struggles and issues.

As the first walk-in bath to be commended by the Arthritis Foundation, Premier Care is proud to serve people with arthritis and mobility issues. Premier Care strives to help people maintain their independence and dignity.

Premier Care receives many letters from satisfied customers stating how their tubs are easy to get into and bathe and how the unique Hydrovescent Therapy helps soothe their arthritis aches and helps them feel more energized. Here is what they are saying:

"I am writing to let you know how much I am enjoying my new Premier tub. I have had Osteoarthritis for years which made taking a bath impossible. Now I take three or four baths a week and enjoy every minute of them."

"I have gout and painful arthritis, so it's very difficult for me to get into a regular tub. The door makes it so easy to get into my walk-in bath, and the tiny bubbles of the Hydrovescent Therapy are great for circulation in my legs."

Premier Care proudly displays The Arthritis Foundation Ease-Of-Use logo on all commended Walk-In Baths and Showers.

(1) MMWR 2010;59(39);1261-1265. [Data Source: 2007–2009 NHIS] as noted by the CDC.

(2) Centers for Disease Control and Prevention http://www.cdc.gov/HomeandRecreationalSafety/falls/adultfalls.html

ABOUT PREMIER CARE IN BATHING

Headquartered in South Daytona, Florida, Premier Care in Bathing has been an industry leader, investing in the independence and personal safety of our customers for over 25 years. By providing easy, low-level entry tubs and walk-in showers, Premier Care aims to assist people in maintaining their discretion, privacy and independence. Visit Premier Care in Bathing on the Internet at Premier-Bathrooms.com or call 1.800.925.0865 for more information.

ABOUT THE ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION

Founded in 1948, with headquarters in Atlanta, the Arthritis Foundation has multiple service points located throughout the country. The Arthritis Foundation is the largest private, not-for-profit contributor to arthritis research in the world, funding more than $380 million in research grants since 1948. The foundation helps people take control of arthritis by providing public health education; pursuing public policy and legislation; and conducting evidence-based programs to improve the quality of life for those living with arthritis. Visit arthritis.org for more information.

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