I bought this for my elderly parents age 84 and 85. They are able to handle it very well. My dad loves the way it feels on his back. My mom also likes it and she never likes anything!!! (just kidding mom!).
I help them in and out of the shower and have them sit on their Medline Shower Chair. (they shower one at a time of course). I am thinking about getting one for my house so I can bathe my baby yorkie. Remember grab bars for older adults. It is easier to prevent a fall then to treat a fall.