六个最佳的高架厕所座椅（以及选择一个的技巧）

Going to the bathroom is one of the everyday tasks that can become tricky when you get older, or if you have certain disabilities or are recovering from surgery. It might be challenging to get on and off the toilet if you have decreased balance, strength or coordination, says Valerie Ulene, MD, medical director and co-founder ofBoom Home Medical.

"In situations like these, a raised toilet seat is often helpful," Dr. Ulene says.

How do they work? It's fairly straightforward: They're placed on top of your toilet bowl to increase the height, making it easier — and safer — to use. With this extra elevation, you won't have to lower your body as much to sit on the toilet, nor will you have as great a distance to cover when it's time to stand up.

Shopping for a raised toilet seat can feel daunting because there are so many options to choose from, Dr. Ulene says. You want to ensure your purchase will meet your needs and your height and weight. You should also consider if you prefer handles. Another important consideration: If you'll be using the product for short-term recovery or for the long term.

When making our selections, we considered the following criteria:

• Versatility
• Adaptability
• Weight capacity
• Design
• Function
• Cost

Dr. Ulene's top selection for a universal toilet seat riser is this affordable option from Carex, with a weight capacity of up to 300 pounds.

Though, yes, you should be mindful of your specific goals with a toilet seat riser, generally speaking, Dr. Ulene says it's less complicated to shop for one than it may seem. "For starters, although some seats are marketed for individuals with specific needs, most seats work well for a broad range of people, including patients recovering from surgery, people with disabilities or seniors," she says.

这个多功能的厕所座椅箱易于安装，并在大多数标准厕所（包括圆形和细长的座椅）上工作。

Limited mobility can make it hard to lower yourself onto the toilet since it requires you to balance in a squat-like position. It can also be tricky if you're recovering from surgery and can't place your full body weight on your legs.

坚固，安全的手柄可以提供额外的支持。乌伦（Ulene）博士用手柄选择了这个厕所座椅，因为它适合大多数圆形和细长的碗。作为奖励，如果您有公司结束，或者恢复后不再需要这些手柄，但仍然需要提起架的高度。

This toilet seat riser is easy to install and clean.

If you're tall, a raised toilet-seat that adds a couple of inches might not be sufficient. That's where a high-rise option — like this one — can help, adding five inches.

This toilet seat riser includes plush padded arms. Many reviewers appreciated the ease of installation, as well as the sturdiness. Since it's so elevated, you won't have to bend too much to sit, which can be particularly helpful for people recovering from knee or hip surgery.

If you anticipate only needing a riser in the short term, this temporary option is convenient. Instead of replacing your toilet seat and lid, this riser fits under the seat.

It fits the majority of elongated seats. When installed, it adds up to 3.75 inches — that's ideal ideal if you're on the shorter side, but note that your feet may dangle if you're 5'5" or taller. Installation is simple, and all the material you'll need, aside from a screwdriver, come in the package. It's also easy to remove.

While this isn't the best choice for an older adult who will need a raised toilet seat on an ongoing basis, this might be the best pick for a person recovering from surgery over a few months.

The weight capacity is one of the most critical shopping notes to be mindful of when looking for a raised toilet seat. The vast majority of those available maxes out at around 300 pounds. If your weight is higher, you run the risk of cracking the seat or having it collapse under you when you use it.

This raised toilet seat allows up to 1,000 pounds. It raises up three inches and provides a larger seat for improved comfort. It's made for elongated toilet seats, and it easily lifts up to clean.

When you require a raised toilet seat at home, you also require one on the go. Since many are bolted to your bowl or have handles that lock to the side, they aren't exactly easy to pack.

If you're traveling, you can bring along this portable option. While it might not offer the same sturdiness, it does offer the height you require. Made of lightweight plastic with a textured surface, it fits most commode bowls without blocking the drain.

The toilet seat's height is one of the most important considerations. "A seat that's too low will be hard to get in and out of, while a seat that's too high will make it difficult to sit on securely," Dr. Ulene says. Most raised toilet seats are available in three standard heights: two, four or six inches, she says.

To help decide what's best for you, Dr. Ulene recommends following these steps:

• First, measure the distance from the floor to just above the back of the knee of the person who will be using the toilet riser.
• Next, measure the height of the bathroom toilet from the floor to the top of the seat.
• 最后，从人的下腿长度上减去厕所的高度。这将为您提供所需的抬高厕所座椅的大致高度。

When you struggle to squat to use the bathroom, having handles to lower yourself slowly is extremely helpful.

乌伦（Ulene）博士说：“手柄使人们能够利用上半身的力量来帮助降低厕所和下厕所。他们还支持那些在上厕所时可能会变得不稳定的人。”

But, they do change the overall appearance of your bathroom, and can sometimes be difficult to install. If you only anticipate needing handles for a short period of time, look for options with removable handles.

Although many raised seats are constructed with simple, flat surfaces — similar to a regular toilet — some have contoured designs, Dr. Ulene says. "Contoured seats accommodate the body's natural shape, and some people find them more comfortable to sit on," she says.

You should also check to see if you have a round or an elongated toilet seat and base your purchase on if the riser can fit atop your commode bowl.

Keep in mind that if you have abidet attachment, you might need to remove it in favor of the riser.

Padding can be especially helpful for individuals with skin sensitivity or breakdown on their buttocks, Dr. Ulene says. "And, of course, for anyone who simply doesn't like how a cold, hard toilet seat feels," she says.

Plus, a padded seat can be helpful if you're prone to yourlegs falling asleep on the toilet.