There are millions of people, worldwide, living with incontinence. Not all incontinence conditions are the same. There is urinary incontinence, bowel incontinence, bladder incontinence and stress incontinence. There are also different levels of incontinence, as incontinence will affect everyone differently. As a result, treatments, products and supplies won’t be the same for everyone. And it can be difficult to work out the right supplies for… read more >
No matter our age, our background or our professional situation, we can all suffer from urinary incontinence. While the risk of incontinence increases with age, it doesn’t occur only in older people. It can happen at any time of life and it can be a frustrating and embarrassing condition to deal with. Incontinence Statistics in Australia The statistics regarding incontinence might surprise you! Urinary Incontinence… read more >
Those who live with urinary incontinence often struggle with their conditions. So the last thing you want is another urinary tract condition on top. A crucial part of incontinence care is keeping yourself or your loved on clean and comfortable to prevent infections. This includes UTIs. UTIs are common throughout the population but incontinence increases the risk of developing a UTI, which can lead to further complications…. read more >
Urinary problems are one of the most common problems we face. This is especially true as we age. And, like many things in life, incontinence affects men and women differently. As a result, working with the condition changes depending on the gender of the person. This is important, not only for carers to keep in mind but also those suffering from incontinence. Today we are… read more >
Urinary incontinence is the clinical term for inconvenient, involuntary urine leaks. Many women experience urinary incontinence and it is far more common than most people would expect. In fact 1 in 4 women over 18 will experience urinary incontinence. Unfortunately, even though there are plenty of treatment options available for urinary incontinence, there are a lot of widespread myths about urinary incontinence in women. Today… read more >
Thankfully incontinence is not a life-threatening medical condition. However, it can significantly affect your quality of life. Those suffering from incontinence often stop traveling, visiting family and friends, and exercising. Basically, incontinence stops people doing the activities they love. However, approximately 70% of urinary incontinence can be significantly improved simply be changing behavioural habits. Behavioural therapy, either alone or in combination with medication therapy, was… read more >
Unfortunately, many women with incontinence decide to use sanitary pads to control their incontinence. For some women, this is due to the fact they don’t know what products to use. For others, it is the embarrassment of being seen buying and using incontinence products. Menstruation is becoming less and less of a taboo topic and it is considered normal for women to buy pads. However,… read more >
There are things people find difficult or embarrassing to discuss with their doctors. Incontinence is often one of them. However, it is important to remember that your doctor is professionally trained in handling health issues, including toilet habits. Your doctor would rather you discuss any health issues you have, even if they’re of an intimate nature, before the problem gets worse. To help you get… read more >
We all know that being overweight impacts our health. And while scientists and researchers are still trying to discover exactly what extent it impacts or health, it is generally agreed that obesity contributes to a wide range of medical conditions. These include: Being obese can also reduce quality of life. It limits mobility, makes travel difficult and has been found to diminish self-esteem. However, one… read more >
If you, or someone you love, is dealing with incontinence then you’ve likely heard of pelvic floor exercises. However, many people are unsure how to do their pelvic floor exercises properly and how often to do them. Today we will discuss some frequently asked questions regarding pelvic floor exercises. 1: How Often Should I do Pelvic Floor Exercises? It is important to establish a habit… read more >
