REDUCE CAUTI By Avoiding Catheters
Posted by QuickChange onEven with medical advances in infection prevention, UTIs account for 15% of all hospital-acquired infections. Of those, approximately 70% are associated with an indwelling catheter. CAUTI, catheter-associated UTI, is prevalent in hospitals because of the...
Managing Urinary Incontinence in Men After Spinal Cord Injury: Helpful Tips and Resources
Posted by QuickChange onFor the men who have experienced a spinal cord injury, managing urinary incontinence can be an incredibly difficult and challenging task. Not only can it cause physical discomfort (it hurts), but it can also have...
Best Condom Catheter Brands for Comfort, Durability, and Leakage Prevention
Posted by QuickChange onCondom catheters are an invaluable solution for men who face urinary incontinence or other bladder control issues. These external catheters fit over the penis like a condom allowing for discreet and convenient urine collection without...
Exploring Different Types of Condom Catheters: Which One Is Best for You?
Posted by QuickChange onUrinary incontinence is a prevalent issue affecting millions of people worldwide. It can significantly impact one's quality of life leading to embarrassment, social isolation and decreased self-confidence. Condom catheters play a crucial role in managing...
Unraveling the Mystery: How Medications Can Trigger Urinary Incontinence
Posted by QuickChange onUrinary incontinence is a common and often distressing condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It’s characterized by the involuntary leakage of urine and can significantly impact an individual's quality of life. Incontinence can result...
Empowering Spinal Cord Injury Survivors: A Comprehensive Guide to Adaptive Lifting Solutions
Posted by QuickChange onSpinal cord injuries (SCIs) are life-altering events that affect millions of people worldwide. They result from damage to the spinal cord which disrupts the communication between the brain and the rest of the body. This...
The Complete Guide to Condom Catheters - Benefits, Tips & Alternatives
Posted by QuickChange onA condom catheter is a type of external male urinary catheter that is designed to collect urine without the need for a tube to be inserted into the urethra. This type of catheter is a...
Preventing Caregiver Injuries: The Hidden Risks of Lifting and Caring for Patients
Posted by QuickChange onCaregivers play an essential role in the healthcare system providing invaluable support and assistance to patients with various medical conditions, disabilities or age-related limitations. Their responsibilities range from helping patients with daily activities such as...
Understanding the Link Between Urge Urinary Incontinence and Falls and Fractures
Posted by QuickChange onUrinary incontinence is a common condition that affects millions of people worldwide particularly older adults and women. According to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, it is estimated that up to...