Tips & Advice Toileting in Schools with the TRAM July 05, 2016 by David Zoller, PT
A physical therapist uses the Rifton TRAM for toilet transfers for a student
Using the Rifton TRAM for toileting can make a huge difference for both students and staff, providing both safety during transfers to the toilet and dignity and privacy for the student. Because students with disabilities have a wide range of needs, there are many ways to use the TRAM for this purpose. Here are some methods we’ve found here at Socorro,  presented as three case studies. (I&rsquo...
Tips & Advice Guidelines for Functional Use of the Rifton HTS October 21, 2014 by Elena Noble, MPT
Using recommended guidelines, a therapist properly positions a child with special needs on the Rifton Hygiene Toileting System.
The Rifton HTS (Hygiene and Toileting System) redefines toileting for people with disabilities. Superior tool-free adjustability and a broad range of supportive accessories provide a comfortable, effective hygiene experience.  And although simple in design, the HTS can accommodate almost any situation. But to get the most out of your HTS you need to understand its broad capabilities and configurations...
Tips & Advice Rifton’s HTS and Blue Wave Toileting System: A Comparison May 13, 2014 by Erna Albertz
The new Rifton Hygiene Toileting System showing features and accessories that the old system lacked
Some of our customers who are familiar with our old Blue Wave toileting system have asked how our new Rifton HTS (Hygiene and Toileting System) compares. Here’s what our staff therapists say: Comparing Mounting and Positioning Features The Rifton HTS can be placed farther back on the toilet than the Blue Wave. If the Rifton HTS is mounted on a wheeled base, the base can be positioned farther back...
Tips & Advice Meeting the Hygiene and Toileting Challenge with the Rifton HTS March 04, 2014 by Elena Noble, MPT
Rifton hygiene and toileting system choices
Last month, in advance of the launch of the new Rifton Hygiene and Toileting System (HTS), we published some research-based white papers on toilet training and toilet positioning for children and individuals with disabilities. This supplemented the work of Claire Keeler, RN CPNP, CDE, who wrote Toilet Training a Child with Special Needs. Positioning a child with disabilities comfortably on the toilet is an...
Tips & Advice Toilet Training a Child with Special Needs September 27, 2011 by Claire Keeler, RN, CPNP, CDE
A child with special needs wearing a red shirt smiles as he looks at his therapist while positioned in a Rifton Hygiene and Toileting System.
Parents often find that toilet training their child can be a frustrating process. Some children may train quickly and easily, but for many children it can take time. And if a child has special needs, it can be even more difficult. Toilet training can often be stressful, even for children without special needs, but for every child it’s an important milestone. Toilet training increases a child’s...