Roll-in Shower Chair & GO! Mobility Tub Slider | FAQs

Absolutely not! Initially, the GO-Anywhere Chair was designed as a travel chair because the inventor could not find a decent chair that he could travel with. Over time, it didn’t make sense to have to own one chair for home and another just for travel, so the GO-Anywhere Chairs evolved into everyday-use chairs that can simply pack-up and roll-away when you want, or need, to travel. They’re that comfortable!

You bet! The 16-1/2” clearance beneath the seat will clear any toilet we’ve run across.

For GO-Anywhere Chair models CS. SP, CS-A and SP-A, the answer is yes; you will need a roll-in shower.  A roll-in shower is not required for tub-slider models CST or STS (See below).

The GO-Anywhere Commode, Shower ‘n Tub Chair [SKU:CST] solves this problem. By simply connecting the rolling commode/shower chair to the lightweight frame that may be placed in most any bathtub, you may easily glide your seat across the tub wall and beneath a shower head.

This is why we invented the CST and STS models. Tired of getting stuck in hotels without the ability to shower? Now you can slide over a bathtub and safely shower whether you get a room with a roll-in shower or not. It should be noted that the rolling section of the CST may be used as a standard commode/shower chair and does not need to be connected to the tub section. The tub section may be easily connected to the rolling frame when you encounter a situation in which a roll-in shower is not available.

No, because the seat assembly would be impeded by the 20”-wheel and, therefore, be unable to slide over it. We've tried using a smaller diameter wheel but it is too difficult to reach and propel the wheels if they are smaller than 20". Adding levers or other means of propulsion would just add weight and cost so we've decided not to pursue that avenue.

With a little practice, any GO-Anywhere® Chair can be assembled in just a few minutes.

Ah; a trick question! There are absolutely NO tools required to assemble or disassemble any of the GO-Anywhere Chairs.

The camber built-in to the chair’s rear legs was integrated into our design specifically for the purpose of minimizing such a possibility and to maximize the chair’s stability. Placing enough weight (as in standing) on the footrests without first having the User’s weight on the seat, however, may cause the chair to tip forward.

Yes, so long as you lift with your hands being placed as closed to the rear of the armrests (close to the backrest) as possible. The armrests are constructed of extra-thick aluminum tubing, nevertheless, weight placed too far forward may cause the armrests or the support hinges to bend over time.The Armrest Extension/Support Accessory may be used to support heavier users or to enable weight lifts anywhere along the length of the armrests.

Absolutely not! Because of the camber built-in to the rear legs of the GO-Anywhere Chairs, leaning the chair backwards will stress the welds and, over time, may result in structural failure of the joints where the rear legs meet the frame. This may pose a significant threat to health and safety. All four wheels need to maintain contact with the floor beneath it at all times.

The standard seat depth for the majority of GO-Anywhere chairs is 18”. The minimum seat depth (measured from back of knee joint to tailbone) for any User is 16.5”. If the User has a seat depth of less than 16.5”, consider using the GO-Anywhere Commode ‘n Shower – Adjustable [SKU:CS-A] or Self-Propel Adjustable [SKU:SP-A]. Both CS-A and SP-A have adjustable seat depths which may be adjusted by moving the seatback assembly forward or back. The backrest height is adjustable as well.

Of course it can; nothing is indestructible. Although they are designed and built to be tough and durable, the GO-Anywhere Chairs should be treated in the same fashion as any of your other valuable Durable Medical Equipment, that is, with extreme care. There are two features, in particular, to keep in mind: First, as strong as aircraft-grade aluminum is, it can be dented if it is dropped hard, from high, or on to an uneven surface, or if anything heavy were to be dropped on it. A dent resulting from such an occurrence could have a detrimental effect on the ability to adjust the telescoping aluminum legs and footrest.

Second, ensure that you do not place any heavy and/or pointed objects on top of them or pack anything on top of them (such as any other part of the chair). Because the foam is closed-cell, it will not spring back after being compressed for extended periods of time. Any indentations in the foam caused by such compression will become permanent. Do not place anything sharp on top of the cushions as the vinyl surface can puncture or tear the closed-cell foam used in the manufacture of the seat cushions can be torn or cut. Avoid placing sharp objects on the cushion or folding the seatback down on to a sharp object.

We will ship you the GO-Anywhere shower wheelchair of your choice, risk-free. Should our chair not work out for you, for any reason, you may return it to us within 30 days and we will issue you a refund. There will be NO re-stocking fee assessed, however, we cannot, by law, take back returned cushions. They are yours to keep for a $50 fee for the 1” or a $75 fee for the 1-5/8” cushions or $30 for the GO-Anywhere SPORT cushions

If provided just a little TLC there is no reason why a GO-Anywhere Chair could not last for decades. The Cushions may need to be replaced every few years and perhaps the casters at even longer intervals. A number of factors come into play affecting the longevity of both cushions and casters including humidity, sunlight and, of course, frequency of use.

No. Each lightweight aluminum member on the GO-Anywhere Chairs has been engineered specifically to span its length or width. They are designed to be as narrow and as light as possible (in order to be as portable as possible) while maintaining their ability to fit over a toilet.

No; both sides of the frames on all of our models are integral parts of chair’s structure. Neither side can be removed, rendering it impossible to completely open the seat to either side. The side cut-outs located at both sides of the seat hole usually provide adequate access.

The standard cushion is composed of high-quality, closed-cell foam which has received six coats of vinyl over its surface. It is soft and “cushiony” and not like the hard plastic surfaces you will typically find on most commode / shower chairs. The cushion has Velcro strips glued to its underside which adhere to its counterpart on the aluminum seat frame. It may be easily removed and reapplied as often as you wish.

The 1-5/8” cushion consists of two layers of the same high-quality, closed-cell foam as the standard cushion and is REALLY “cushiony”. It is recommended for Users who have long sitting times and/or skin issues, such as being prone to breakdowns. It is “extra” comfortable.

An individual who performs his or her transfers may want to stick with the standard cushion as. the extra layer of foam might hinder the ease of such transfers.

Conversely, for users who are not performing independent lateral transfers, we highly recommend the use of the thicker cushion for additional comfort as well as skin protection.

With proper care and assuming an average of 4-5 showers per week we can expect the cushions provided with the GO-Anywhere Chairs to last at least 1-2 years. Replacement cushions are available at very reasonable prices and may be ordered on the “Cushions” page under the “Shop” tab at www.GoesAnywhere.com or by contacting GO! Mobility Solutions.

You are probably surprised to see this question posed here. It is here because it is an FAQ (Frequently ANGRY Question) and this offers us an opportunity to explain why our products cost what they do. To begin with, our products themselves are composed of high-quality materials and components, all lightweight and waterproof. GO-Anywhere Chairs are VERY labor-intensive to manufacture. No shortcuts are taken when it comes to Quality Control at GO! Mobility Solutions. Your safety is our highest priority. The product in completed form including packaging, decals and documentation represents about 45% of the price you pay. This fact seems to get some people pretty riled-up.

About 20% of the sales price is General and Administrative expense (facilities, staff, utilities, taxes, insurance and everything it takes to run a business).

Another 20% goes to Sales and Marketing expense (print and on-line advertising, promotion, printing, sales commissions, travel, trade shows, website development, maintenance, digital marketing, etc.).

Research and Development accounts for about 5% and another 5% covers interest expense and some miscellaneous costs.

You do the math. This totals 95% of the sales price you pay leaving only 5% for profit. Now you can go and look at the prices charged by some of our competitors and extrapolate their profit margins. Please don’t be mad at GO!Mobility Solutions! 

In an effort to keep our prices as affordable as possible we sell direct to the Consumer and through a very select group of commissioned sales representatives. In fact, because of this, some Durable Medical Equipment (DME) vendors and dealers will not even do business with us. The use of dealers and distributors, while serving to enhance our visibility, would result in our having to raise prices by the 40-50% mark-up that they require. As a result, besides the trade shows at which we exhibit and a few large SCI centers that have demo models, there is no place you can go to see our products. For this reason, we will ship to you the GO-Anywhere Chair of your choice, RISK-FREE, for a 30-DAY TRIAL PERIOD. Should our chair not work out for you, you may return it to us and we will issue you a refund, NO QUESTIONS ASKED. There will be no re-stocking fee assessed.

Medicare does not consider commode/shower chairs to be “medically necessary” and, therefore, will not pay for any products which are used inside the confines of a bathroom. Unfortunately, most private health insurers follow Medicare guidelines. DO NOT LET THIS STOP YOU FROM TRYING! Obtain a prescription AND a Letter of Medical Necessity (see a great one on our Links & Resources page) from your prescribing physician or therapist specifying a GO-Anywhere Chair and submit it. When they deny the claim, appeal it. It may take some effort and, certainly, a lot of patience, but you can win! We’ll be happy to help if you need us,.

Commode/shower chairs are covered in about three-quarters of the states and US territories. Contact the DME (medical supply where you normally obtain your wheelchair and equipment) with which your Provider is contracted, tell them that you’d like a GO-Anywhere Chair from GO! Mobility Solutions and they should handle all of the paperwork and insurance processing for you. If possible, it helps to give them a print-out of the product page from this website indicating the model and accessories you need. Be sure to give them our telephone number as well.

Should any of the following apply, try your state Offices of Vocational Rehabilitation: (http://wdcrobcolp01.ed.GOv/Programs/EROD/org_list.cfm?cateGOry_ID=SVR), Workers’ Compensation, University Housing and local, community-based agencies that can help pay for equipment such as commode / shower chairs. There are also federal, state and other agencies which sponsor a variety of loan programs offering loans across a wide spectrum of interest rates and term duration. You can find lots of them by searching “loans for durable medical equipment” on the internet. Be sure to see if you may be eligible for a grant. Some foundations will pay for a GO-Anywhere Chair at no cost to you and approval time can be relatively fast! Please refer to the list shown on the Home Page.

We will ship to you the GO-Anywhere Chair of your choice, RISK-FREE, for a 30-DAY FREE-TRIAL PERIOD. Should our chair not work out for you, FOR ANY REASON, you may return it to us and we will issue you a FULL refund (less $50 fee for the 1” or a $75 fee for the 1-5/8” cushions or $30 for the GO-Anywhere SPORT cushions); NO QUESTIONS ASKED. There will be no re-stocking fee assessed.

We sure do!  

Yes. Accessories may be ordered after-the-sale online on the “Accessories” page under the “Shop” tab at www.GoesAnywhere.com or by contacting GO! Mobility Solutions.

The GO-Anywhere Sport [SKU:SPT] meets FAA regulations for storage on-board an aircraft. All other GO-Anywhere Chair models will be “gate-checked”. Please refer to the articles on air travel at https://goesanywhere.com/links-and-resources/ for specific details and guidance.

In most cases, yes, however, there are exceptions. In the event of a smaller x-ray machine your GO-Anywhere Chair will be inspected manually by a TSA agent. Please refer to the articles on air travel at links-and-resources for specific details and guidance.

It happens. If it happens to you, go immediately to the baggage office in the baggage claim area and file a claim. The airline will contact us and a replacement will be delivered at no cost to you. If it occurs between connecting flights and there is no time to file a claim do so when you’ve arrived at your destination airport.

Nope; they travel for free. And don’t let them try!

No problem! The GO-Anywhere Commode, Shower ‘n Tub Chair [SKU:CST] works in both “left-“ and “right-handed” bathtubs.

The glides upon which the seat assembly of the GO-Anywhere Commode, Shower ‘n Tub Chair [SKU:CST] ride use sealed, precision stainless steel ball bearings which render a nearly effortless glide along the rails.

No, because the seat assembly would be impeded by the 20”-wheel and, therefore, be unable to slide over it. We've tried using a smaller diameter wheel but it is too difficult to reach and propel the wheels if they are smaller than 20". Adding levers or other means of propulsion would just add weight and cost so we've decided not to pursue that avenue.