ShowerBuddy’s Role in Streamlining OT and PT Assessments

The Challenge: Time Constraints in Occupational Therapy

For almost  two decades, we have worked closely with occupational therapists (OTs). If there is one thing we have learned, it is that time is at an absolute premium in this industry. With an estimated 1.3 billion people worldwide experiencing significant disabilities (WHO), OTs face immense workloads. Their roles involve liaising with funding providers, insurers, equipment retailers, healthcare professionals, families, and individuals to ensure the right mobility solutions are in place. Given the impact their work has on client wellbeing, every assessment and recommendation must be precise.

Integrating OT Feedback into Our Solutions

Over the years, we have prioritised incorporating OT feedback into our product range. Their deep understanding of user needs has shaped everything from ergonomic considerations and product dimensions to customisable accessories that cater to specific bathroom configurations. At Showerbuddy, our commitment goes beyond just providing transfer chairs—we strive to enhance mobility in the bathroom, making life easier for both users and professionals.

The Challenge of Bathroom Assessments

In 2020, we turned our attention to a significant pain point for OTs: conducting bathroom assessments. Many therapists shared their frustrations over how slow and cumbersome the process was. Assessments involved hours of measuring, writing, and rechecking dimensions, all while knowing that even a small miscalculation could lead to costly errors. Prescribing an incompatible mobility solution could mean delays in care, unnecessary expenses, and additional stress for both the therapist and the client.

We knew we could improve this process. With our extensive experience in bathroom mobility solutions, we set out to develop a tool that would make assessments faster, easier, and paper-free while maintaining accuracy.

Introducing BathCheck: A Smarter Way to Assess Bathrooms

This is where BathCheck comes in. We designed this app from the ground up as a guided assessment tool, taking OTs, PTs, and equipment providers through a step-by-step process to capture bathroom dimensions and key details.

The app includes visual prompts to help assess:

• Doorway width
• Shower and bathtub types
• Toilet placement and surrounding space
• Fixture positioning
• Any steps or barriers to mobility

With built-in conditional logic, BathCheck processes the provided measurements and recommends the best-fitting Showerbuddy transfer chair. It doesn’t just suggest a standard chair—the app also pulls from our range of accessories, ensuring a fully customised solution tailored to the client’s needs.

Speed, Accuracy, and Convenience in One Tool

With BathCheck, what previously took hours can now be completed in minutes. The app eliminates the risk of miscalculations by providing a structured approach to measurement, reducing human error. This means:

• More confidence in prescribing the right equipment
• Faster turnaround times for assessments
• Less paperwork and admin
• Improved efficiency for OTs, PTs, and retailers
• Secure and Organised Documentation

One of the biggest challenges with traditional assessment methods is record-keeping. Notes taken on paper can be lost, damaged, or difficult to interpret later. BathCheck solves this problem by securely storing all assessment data within the app, allowing OTs to:

• Save assessments on their device privately and securely
• Attach photos of the bathroom setup to the report
• Share results directly with Showerbuddy resellers for seamless ordering
• Retrieve assessments easily for future reference

By moving away from paper-based processes, BathCheck ensures that therapists spend less time on admin and more time helping their clients.

A Holistic Approach to Bathroom Mobility

BathCheck is part of the broader Showerbuddy ecosystem, which brings together:

• High-quality transfer chair systems
• Innovative technology for assessments
• Healthcare professionals who ensure clients get the best mobility solutions
• Families and caregivers who support the user’s daily needs

By integrating equipment, smart assessment tools, and professional expertise, we help transform the bathroom experience for people with mobility challenges. Bathing should not be a daily struggle—it should be a dignified and comfortable experience.

Try BathCheck Today

If you are an OT, PT, or mobility equipment provider, we invite you to explore BathCheck for yourself. The app is available for download on both Google Play and the Apple App Store:

Google Play Store

Apple App Store

With BathCheck, bathroom assessments are quicker, smarter, and more accurate than ever before. Try it today and experience the future of mobility assessments.

Happy (and efficient) measuring!