The freedom and self-confidence to enjoy an active social life are sometimes denied to those who experience the worry and embarrassment of involuntary urine loss.
If you suffer from urinary incontinence, you are not alone. Millions of people in the United States experience some form of urinary leakage.
There are several methods of managing and treating incontinence. Any of these methods of managing incontinence can provide you with comfort, security and freedom to live life again with peace of mind.
We can offer you a large variety of options. Whether you need drain bags, catheters, tubing, clamps, connectors,
lubricants or incontinence supplies we’ve have what you need.
| Hollister
Coloplast Kendall Bard Mentor
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Urocare
Rochester Rusch Allegiance Healthcare
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We also provide a wide range of quality incontinence management products:
| External Catheters
Intermittent Catheters Indwelling Catheters Catheter Trays Irrigation Tray Leg Straps Leg Bags Protective Underwear Incontinent Briefs Bladder Control Pads Guards for men |
Liners
Bedside Drainage Bags Tape Lubricating Jelly Tubing and Connectors Adhesive and Adhesive Removers Cleaners and Deodorants Reusable pull-on incontinent pants with elastic waist and leg Slip on washable absorbent pantry – for light bladder care Reusable and disposable under-pads for beds and chairs Protective bedding |
ABOUT INCONTINENCE:
Incontinence is the inability to hold urine or feces inside the body, an involuntary loss that is sufficient to be a problem.
Fecal incontinence can range from some occasional leakage of stool with the passage of gas, to a complete loss of bowel control. Incontinence affects more than 13 million people, of which the majority are elderly and female.Incontinence is not a disease and it is not “just what happens when we get older,” but it is a frequent symptom of many of the changes our bodies go through as we age. It is also not a “women’s problem,” although a substantially higher number of women than men suffer its effects.Fecal Incontinence can range from an occasional leakage of stool with the passage of gas, to a complete loss of bowel control.
No matter which of the many types of incontinence you suffer, it is not a normal part of aging and we recommends that you talk
to your doctor about the best course of treatment for your situation.
Factors that can contribute to or cause incontinence include:
| Immobility
Medications Low fluid intake Smoking Stroke |
Estrogen depletion
Pelvic muscle weakness High impact physical activities Multiple vaginal delivery pregnancies Diabetes |
MANAGING INCONTINENCE:
Poor Incontinence care has many adverse effects. It can lead to skin breakdown, dehydration, falls, embarrassment, and low self-esteem. Effective incontinence management requires use of the best type and size product for each individual situation, good skin care, and proper application. When absorbent incontinence products are used, they should be changed when soiled, and the skin should be carefully cleaned and dried with each change.The type of protective product you use should depend on the type and severity of incontinence you suffer, your overall physical and mental condition, and your normal activity level. Choosing the right size product is as important as using the right type of product. While the drawbacks to using too small a product are obvious, too large can also be problematic. Bigger is not better when it’s the wrong size.Too large a product can result in gapping in the crotch area, allowing leakage to occur. The inevitable result will be unnecessarily wet clothing,wet bedding and furniture, more odor, more embarrassment, and more time spent cleaning and laundering. You also risk slippage, and the outer plastic can wiggle into contact with skin, where it can cause irritation and contribute to skin breakdown.