Types of Incontinence:
Stress Incontinence: Stress on the bladder such as laughing, coughing or lifting
something heavy causes leakage of urine.
Urge Incontinence: A sudden urge to urinate is too strong to control or hold in.
This occurs if a bathroom cannot be reached or because of decreased muscle control.
Overflow Incontinence: Involuntary urination when the bladder has filled beyond capacity
and the pressure on the surrounding muscles is too strong for the badder to hold in.
Oftentimes, the worst part of incontinence is the stigma that is attached
to the disorder. People suffering from incontinence would rather stay home than risk the chance of an embarrassing accident
in front of others. Isolation and confinement to the home such as this can lead to depression and lack of activity.
Incontinence is not a disgraceful condition about which to be embarrassed. It is a physical disorder
that can be treated. If you are incontinent, see your doctor about specific treatments that might help you. Options for treatment
include bladder training, muscle conditioning, exercises, surgery, and medications.
Various products can also help people suffering from incontinence in their normal, day to day lives.
Pads and Shields: Lighter protection. Fasten inside of underwear with an adhesive
strip to absorb small leakages.
Guards: More absorbancy than pads, therefore heavier. Also fasten inside underwear
with an adhesive strip. Different guard styles for men and women.
Undergarments: Moderate to heavy protection. One type fastens over the hip with elastic
straps, another fastens to the inside of underwear with an adhesive strip.
Protective Underwear: Moderate to heavy protection. Pull on and off like regular
underwear. No straps, tape, or buttons. Most comfortable products.
Briefs: Provide maximum absorbancy and the highest level of protection, fasten with
tape.
Underpads: Large, rectangular pads designed to protect beds and chairs.
