subject: Do You Need a Shower Handicap Wheel Chair? [print this page] For someone who is wheelchair-dependent, taking a shower is not an easy task. Shower wheelchairs allow people with physical disabilities to be more independent and bathe without the risk of being injured. For a friendlier bathroom, you may also want to consider remodeling it by installing handrails, removing the shower curtains, and placing non-skid mats on the floor.