How many types of incontinence are there?

Four. Stress incontinence is the most common type. It is caused by strain on the bladder, such as jumping, bending, lifting, or coughing and sneezing. It can also be caused by having a weak pelvic floor or by being overweight. Stress incontinence is more likely to occur in women. Overflow incontinence is when the body makes too much urine for the bladder to hold. It can also occur when the bladder is full and cannot be emptied for some reason. In men, it can be caused by prostate problems. Overflow incontinence causes frequent urination in small amounts. It is more common in men than women. Overactive bladder is also called urgency incontinence. This type of incontinence is the overwhelming urge to urinate immediately due to contracting muscles in the bladder. It can be caused by bladder infections as well as from damage to the spine, brain, or nerves. Functional incontinence occurs when other disabilities interfere with getting to the toilet in time. Such disabilities can include but are not limited to arthritis in the hands and fingers, dementia, or reduced mobility.

Can feminine products be used instead of incontinence products?

Feminine products are generally not recommended because they are not made of the same material and will not absorb liquid as quickly or thoroughly. In addition, since they aren't meant to hold so much moisture, they will leave the skin damp and uncomfortable, which can lead to rashes.

How often should an incontinence pad be changed?

The number of times ultimately depends on the type of pad, but it is recommended that pads be changed four to six times per day or whenever they are wet. Wearing pads for longer can lead to bad odors or skin conditions.

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Adult Diapers

Adult diapers are ideal for bedridden, frequently immobile patients, or individuals with moderate to heavy urinary incontinence or bladder leak issues. The protective underwear is not just for bedridden individuals - you can live a full and active lifestyle, even with incontinence. Many people are affected by mild to moderate bladder leakage such as women after childbirth, after surgery, etc. Vitality Medical makes it very easy to order adult diapers online and offers a wide variety of styles such as briefs, overnight, disposable, belted, washable, plastic covers, and swim diapers. There are several styles to choose from. Browse below to learn more.

How to Choose the Best Adult Diaper or Underwear

Choosing an adult diaper is as easy as determining what level of absorbency you need, the type of backsheet material you prefer, and the correct diaper size. Before selecting an incontinence product, you should determine whether a diaper or adult pull ups are the appropriate choice for you.

A wetness indicator is a feature commonly shared by most adult diapers. In fact, once a diaper has been soiled, caregivers can easily ascertain when it is time to change a diaper. However, not everyone needs this kind of protection. If you an active individual who needs incontinence protection, protective underwear might be the better choice for your needs.

Factors to Consider When Comparing Adult Diapers to Purchase

Absorption: Adult diapers are designed for a heavier flow than protective underwear are. It is considered the next step up in protection from reusable underwear, and many diaper brands can be used for complete fecal incontinence too. You can not, however, use protective underwear for fecal incontinence. Some diapers are more absorbent than others and they are rated on a scale of light, moderate, heavy and super. Briefs designed for night use are typically more absorbent than those designed for during the day.
Wicking: is the act of drawing moisture away from the skin and trapping it deep within the absorbent core. Some brands feature enhanced wicking, which means that this action happens much faster, protecting skin integrity. A few brands with enhanced wicking are Wings Choice and Prevail Breezers.
Backsheet Material: is the material that lines the outside of the brief. There are a few different styles of bladder leak underwear to choose from. A plastic backed adult diaper is designed to prevent fluid strike-through and is more common in an overnight brief. Plastic backed briefs can be less breathable than cloth-like, so you may see them with breathable sides. Cloth-like disposable briefs are designed to look and feel more like regular underwear. Cloth-like backing is typically more comfortable but can be less effective at preventing fluid strike-through when the diaper is overfilled than plastic back briefs. Some briefs also have wetness indicators on the backsheets for caregivers.
Size: is an important factor because if the brief is too large or too small it will not work effectively. If the brief is the correct size, you should be able to fit a palm between the two tabs in the front. If small briefs are too large, try our youth briefs. If the x-large is too small, try our bariatric briefs.