Consider the
Options
The biggest decision after identifying the right Rane bath
tub model and the door swing (left or right) will be what
type of Hydrotherapy
is best for you.
Soaker?
Air Spa?
Water Jets?
Combination of Air Spa & Water Jets.
Of course there are safety related options too:
Secondary Latch?
Thermostatic Mixing Valve?
End Panels
End panels are standard on some models and optional on
others (depending on whether stand alone or built in.
Make note of whether included in the model description and
add during checkout if needed.
And Finally the bells and whistles:
Chromatherapy?
Aromatherapy?
Note: You will have the opportunity to add the option(s)
you want during the order process in the shopping cart.
More about each below:
Soaker
A soaker is the simplest and least expensive model
designed for those who simply want to soak without any
water movement. Rane soaker models provide a safe and
comfortable way to bathe.
Power requirement: None.
Air Spa
The Air Spa option by Rane is our recommended form of
hydrotherapy the vast majority of users. It provides
virtually all the benefits of water jets without the
hygiene maintenance issues associated with any water jet
system. The only tradeoff being that it's short the highly
concentrated/localized massage that water jets provide.
Click to learn more.
Power requirement: 115V AC, 60Hz, 15A service with a GFI
Circuit
Water Jets
Water jets provide wonderful localized/concentrated
massage along with stimulating general water movement.
Water jets are not recommended for those with skin or
incontinence issues.
Power requirement: 115V AC, 60Hz, 15A service with a GFI
Circuit
Combination Air Spa and Water Jets
For those who want both, Rane offers the combination of
the Air Spa, and water jets for maximum hydrotherapy
options and benefit.
Power requirement: Two (2)
115V AC, 60Hz, 15A service with a GFI Circuits
Secondary Latch
The secondary latch provides inexpensive assurance that
the outward swing doors are not inadvertently opened while
filled with water. Originally designed for clinical
settings and memory care patients, we recommend this
option for all units as it is an inexpensive option up
front, but would be expensive to have it added down the
road (and adding it later may void the warranty).
in the case of a medical emergency the latch can easily be
unlatched from the outside of the tub to enable the door
to be opened at any time.
Power requirement: None
Thermostatic Mixing Valve
Provides automatic water temperature mixing control, and
3/4" water feed capability. Available on all models.
Bells & Whistles
While we make light (no pun intended) of these options
calling them "bells & whistles", please understand our
perspective. Our focus is on providing the best and most
reliable hydrotherapy solutions at the best price.
And while there are plenty of studies showing these
options provide therapeutic benefit, and certainly sensory
pleasure, we believe you should be made aware that they
can be a source of additional maintenance and cost.
Chromatherapy
Not a standard feature, but requested often enough that
Rane now offers Chromatherapy optionally on all models
except soakers.
Click Here to learn more.
Power requirement: powered off Air or Water jet system
Aromatherapy
Not a standard feature, but requested often enough that
Rane now offers Aromatherapy optionally on all models
except soakers.
Click Here to learn more.
Power requirement: powered off Air or Water jet system
Hydrotherapy - Soaker? Air Spa? Water Jets? Combo?
Important note regarding Air Spa vs. water jets
(generically known as "whirlpool" or "Jacuzzi")
When considering Hydrotherapy, one should always consider
hygiene.
While water jets are popular, they do require more
maintenance and disinfecting. It doesn't matter what
system or manufacturer you are looking at or their claims,
water jet systems should be flushed with disinfectant as a
scheduled maintenance task.
It is especially important for us as we age (and our skin
gets thinner, and incontinence is more common) or have
skin conditions to avoid infection and other related
complications.
The good news is that Rane's Air Spa provides an effective
and hygienic alternative to water jets
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