subject: Adult Continence – A Challenge For Older [print this page] Adult Continence A Challenge For Older Adult Continence A Challenge For Older
Often times when there is a problem with adult continence women will first react by using sanitary napkins as a form of protection from embarrassing leaking. This is particularly true if the incontinence that they experience is very light. The reasoning is that the napkin is designed to absorb fluid so it makes perfect sense that it should be okay as protection from light incontinence.
However women quickly learn that these pads simply are not up to the task. Yes they are designed to absorb fluids but not of the same consistency, volume or speed as that caused by bladder weakness. The result will be disappointing and many times embarrassing.
As the world population ages the occurrences of incontinence rise creating a whole new market for manufacturers. As a result in this shift in demographics, manufacturers have developed new technologies to make incontinence products not only more effective but more mainstream as well.
Instead of using ineffective sanitary napkins, women can choose from an array of incontinence pads that are designed for their specific condition and body shape. In addition there are pants, both disposable and washable that are identical in appearance to regular underwear. These pants come in a variety of absorbency levels and can quickly wick fluid away from the skin while at the same time preventing any leakage.
Men have not been left out of the picture either. Men can choose from boxer or briefs that come in disposable or reusable washable models. This pants and pads are designed to provide the greatest amount of absorbency where it is needed.
Thanks to advances in fabric technology, pants for both men and women have slim profiles and cannot be detected under almost any kind of clothing.
Adult continence health is important and you should visit your doctor if you experience a problem. However rest assured that there are products to help you manage the condition while your therapies are working.
