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How do I choose incontinence material that suits me?

The subject of incontinence is not always discussed quickly. However, there are more people with incontinence problems than you might think, and this also occurs in all age groups. In Belgium about 5 out of 100 Belgians suffer from urinary loss. Therefore, there is a lot of incontinences on the market.

Amount of urine loss

Urine loss can be caused by several causes. For example, you have stress incontinence There is accidental urine loss due to sudden pressure increase (such as stress) in the abdomen.

 

Incontinence is often divided according to their absorption capacity.This way you have droplet loss, slight urine loss, moderate urine loss and severe urine loss. These absorption levels of puffs are displayed in scales on the packaging and sometimes they are also displayed by colors.

 

Type of incontinence material

Generally, there are three large types of incontinence material.

 

1. Inlays

Inlays are . . like sanitary towels .different absorption capacities The Commission has already made a number of proposals.

Inlays are often chosen for discretion.

 

2. Pull-up bottoms/incontinence bottoms

A pull-up pants is worn like normal underwear.There are cotton wools in everything that makes the user more secure A pull-up shorts usually also fits very well.

3. Mattress protectors/bed-underwinders

A mattress protector is often used as an additional protection measure. When you sleep, you are often unaware of the attitude in which you lie or the amount of urine you lose. This often prevents leaks.A cheater is placed on the mattress to protect against moisture and odours.

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Take a look and discover us incontinence rangeFor men, too!

 

If you are a member of the VAPH, you can apply for reimbursement for incontinence material

How to apply for compensation through the VAPH?

 

Source: Zorgland. (z.d.). What types of incontinence material are there? Consulted on 28 March 2018, from https://www.zorgland

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