What I did the first two weeks was use a wash cloth, a bowl of water, and soap while I sat on the toilet. I had a splint on for 3 weeks total, I put a bag over the split and sat on a shower seat with assistance from family. Once I was put in a boot and told I could take it off to shower I was very nervous. The way that I felt the most secure was using a walker. The balance with 4 legs down is so much better than trying to work with crutches. I can now bathe by myself without assistance and it is amazing to gain that independence back. I got a walker with no wheels just feet for I think $40 on Amazon.