In a regular shower system, especially one that comes with a tub, one has to climb over the side wall to get into it. This feature can cause significant difficulties for seniors with disabilities. On the other hand, walk-in tubs and showers can help them enter and exit easily, as they are designed for the convenience and safety of seniors and the disabled . People using wheelchairs can also use walk-in tubs and showers without assistance. How a walk-in bathtub and showers work A walk-in tub/shower has a well-sealed door that can be opened inward or outward. One can enter the tub, rest on the seat, fill the tub with water at the right temperature, and have a good bath. Once  one has  bathed, one can drain the water, open the door, and leave. The bathtub also comes with a shower system for those who don’t wish to run a bath. The tubs are fitted with comfortable handles and non-slip floors that eliminate the risk of falls and slips for seniors and  the disabled . Walk-in tubs comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act standards (ADA). Features of walk-in tubs and shower systems for seniors and those with disabilities Since the main feature of the walk-in tubs and showers is to give security and confidence to elders and people with disabilities, it is built with many safety and comfort features.