Incontinence can be a frustrating and embarrassing issue for seniors – one that can significantly impact their daily lives and overall well-being. These issues become more common as age-related changes affect muscle tone, bladder capacity, and control. The emotional and psychological toll of leakage problems can lead to reduced social engagement, embarrassment, and even isolation. Incontinence […]
Incontinence
Are NorthShore Diapers Any Good?
Incontinence products can be pretty overwhelming. Not only are there plenty of brands to choose from, but you also have different product styles and absorbencies. How do you know which ones to choose? In a previous post, Angelica talked about the diapers (also called briefs) from Depend and Tena, looking at differences in their sizing, […]
8 Tips for Managing Incontinence In The Elderly
As we grow older, our bodies experience a series of changes that can be both challenging and frustrating to deal with. These “changes” can range from physical to emotional and may include problems associated with mobility, memory, vision, hearing, and more. In addition, the body becomes more susceptible to health conditions, namely incontinence. According to […]
Incontinence Questions and Answers for Caregivers
Incontinence is tricky in two ways. First, there’s the practical side of it, which, let’s be honest, really really sucks. There’s little worse than having to clean up urine and feces, except having to do so for someone else. Then there’s the social aspect. Our bodies are weird and frustrating in many ways, particularly as […]
Disposable Briefs vs Incontinence Liners for Seniors
Our discussions on incontinence have highlighted various products and techniques to help families manage incontinence well and respectfully (even for dementia patients). The topic can be tricky at times. There’s the embarrassment factor, plus the fact that incontinence products vary a lot in their styles and how well they work. Today, we’re looking at one […]
Bladder Pads vs Period Pads for Senior Incontinence
Incontinence is a tricky subject. Not because it’s difficult per se, but because it’s embarrassing. The subject is often avoided at all costs, despite the fact that between a quarter and a third of American men and women experience some form of urinary incontinence. That’s a lot of people. So, it’s past time to drop […]