Don’t Let Incontinence Keep You Home: The Right Supplies Make the Difference
Managing incontinence is essential to quality of life — not only for the individual living with the challenge, but for the family and caregivers supporting them. When it is not managed well, 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.
Molly’s Story
Molly is 19 years old. She was injured in an automobile accident that resulted in a head and spinal cord injury. Since returning home from the rehabilitation hospital, her mother Susan found herself waking each morning to a wet bed. After too many difficult incidents away from home, the family began limiting Molly’s outings — activities she had always enjoyed. A solution was needed.
Working with Adaptive Specialties, Susan tested different brands and sizes of incontinence briefs with high absorbency, finding options suitable for both nighttime and away-from-home use. She also selected a washable, waterproof fabric reusable underpad to protect Molly’s mattress and furniture — and to provide extra confidence when they travel. And through Adaptive Specialties’ easy replenishment program, supplies now arrive at their door automatically each month.
Molly now wakes up in a dry bed most mornings. Susan 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 — Molly has resumed going on outings and is enjoying the social connection that had slipped away.
Molly’s quality of life — and her mother’s — 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. |
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. Reusable 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
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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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Information and resources are provided as helpful educational tools and should not be considered as medical advice. Please partner with your health care professional(s) to assist you in selecting the appropriate adaptive products just for YOU.
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