Installing bathroom grab bars in the slippery environment of the shower or bathtub is meaningful regardless of your age.

Many people think that only the elderly can benefit from using grab bars in the bathroom. However, that's not the case. Children and the elderly are equally prone to slipping in the shower or bathtub.

Tubs may seem safe to some, but unexpected accidents can happen to anyone using them. Studies show that there are over 230,000 non-fatal bathroom falls among people aged 15 and older each year. Most bathtubs require you to step over a side that is typically about 18 inches high. The lip of a step-in shower must be 4 to 5 inches above the level. This is no issue for most, but it can be a big problem for children and the elderly.