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Incontinence Underwear

Underwear options to manage incontinence include washable and disposable pants, as well as pants with a pouch to hold a disposable or washable pad. There are also adult diapers or all-in-ones, which fit like disposable nappies, and are easier to change if the user is largely immobile.

Products are rated for absorbency, depending on whether incontinence is light or heavy, urinary and/or faecal.

The prices of disposable products in particular vary widely, so it is worth shopping around. Cheapness is not the only consideration, however – performance and reliability of delivery are also important issues.

Products that can help incontinence sufferers manage their condition more discreetly and improve their comfort, include skincare for skin that is exposed to urine, dry wipes, odour eliminators.

Image of IncoStress deviceFor women who experience stress incontinence, IncoStress is a medical device worn in the vagina, where it supports the neck of the bladder, preventing involuntary loss of urine. Discreet and washable, the device can be used alongside a program of pelvic floor exercises, which will improve bladder control.

Continence swimwear, or swim nappies, is now available to contain both faeces and urine, enabling adults and children with incontinence problems to benefit from swimming or water therapy, without compromising the hygiene of the pool.

People with certain bladder issues could benefit from easy-to-use bladder health monitoring. Find out more about Win Health Medical’s Minzie Diary Pod Consumer here

2 Replies to “Incontinence Underwear”

    Valerie Threlfall says:

    I am looking for a incontinence piece of equipment for my husband of 82 who suffers from Parkinson’s. We have tried a product recommended by the state registered nurse but…….as soon as he sits down his little member disappears into his lap completely negating the whole purpose of having a bag that straps around his leg with his ‘member’ fitting into it! Can you recommend something like a jock strap that encompasses the whole of his Crown Jewels which would stop the leaks.

    Frances says:

    Hello Valerie
    If you haven’t yet found a suitable solution, Hollister has a retracted penis pouch which should work for your husband. A Google search should help you find a supplier.
    Best wishes, Frances

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