Don’t Let Incontinence Keep You Home: The Right Supplies make all the DifferenceManaging incontinence is essential to quality of life — not only for the individual, but for the family and caregivers supporting them. When good choices are not available, it affects sleep, skin health, confidence, and the ability to participate in life outside the home. When it is managed well, it can fade into the background — something that is handled, not feared.

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A young college student was injured in an automobile accident that resulted in a head and spinal cord injury. Since returning home from the rehabilitation hospital, each morning her mother found a wet bed. After many difficult incidents away from home, the family began limiting her outings — activities she had always enjoyed. A solution was needed.

Working with Adaptive Specialties, Mom tested different brands and sizes of incontinence briefs, and also tested adding booster pads to avoid leaks. She selected Briefs with high absorbency, side tabs for easy changes, also she found suitable options for both nighttime and away-from-home use, extra padding is also availiable for travel or extra protection when needed. She also selected a washable, waterproof fabric reusable underpads which she used with disposable underpads to protect the mattress and furniture while providing extra confidence when they were out and about. No more worries or staying home. Mom also chose to use Adaptive Specialties's easy replenishment program, supplies now arrive at their door automatically each month. If needs change a simple phone sends more supplies.

Most mornings she wakes up in a dry bed and dry clothes. Mom has the peace of mind of knowing that if a leak occurs, the fabric pads are in place to protect the linens and furniture. And most importantly the family has resumed going on outings with confidence and is enjoying the social connection that had slipped away.

The selection of the right products increased the quality of life for her and her mother&rsquo — has improved significantly with the right supplies.

Pro Tip: Finding the right incontinence product often takes some trial and error — what works well for one person may not work for another due to differences in body shape, activity level, and degree of incontinence. Our team can help you work through the options systematically, and we carry a wide range of products so you can find the right fit without ordering from multiple sources all at low prices and free shipping.

What to Look For in Incontinence Products

For nighttime use, high-absorbency briefs designed for overnight wear are typically the most effective. For outings and daytime use, look for products that offer a secure, discreet fit and reliable absorbency without bulk. Disposable underpads in many sizes and absorbancy paired with usable waterproof underpads are a practical investment for protecting mattresses, furniture, and car seats — they are washable, durable, and far more cost-effective over time than disposable options.

— by Ann K, RN, BSN, CRRN

Incontence can be a difficult We’re Here to Help If you are managing incontinence for a loved one and struggling to find the right products, or simply want a more reliable supply system, we can help. We carry a wide range of incontinence briefs, underpads, and protective supplies, and offer a convenient auto-replenishment program that delivers what you need directly to your door on a schedule that works for you. Call us: 877-808-4540 (Mon–Fri, 9–5 ET) Email us: contactus@adaptivespecialties.com Or contact us online ›

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