Maintaining a Healthy Sex Life with Intermittent Catheterization Published 2023/10/05 Intermittent catheterization (IC) is a bladder management technique that involves draining the bladder manually using a catheter. It is a common and effective way to manage bladder dysfunction in people with a variety of conditions, including spinal cord injuries, multiple sclerosis, and bladder cancer. While […]
Spinal Cord Injury and Bladder Training Published 2022/03/10 Patients with spinal cord injury are often unable to urinate on their own. If urine is not drained in a timely manner, the bladder is prone to short-term distention and long-term kidney damage, which can even be life-threatening. There are many ways to drain urine and in […]
Intermittent Catheter Pain:Causes and Preventions Published 2019/12/06 Intermittent catheters, while life-saving, can cause pain, irritation, and discomfort for the user. This article goes over the two most common types of pain associated with catheter usage— urethral pain and bladder spasms—as well as what caused them and how to prevent them. 1. Urethral Pain The urethra […]
7 Things You ShouldKnow about MaleIntermittent Catheters Published 2019/11/27 If you are a man new to using intermittent catheters, here are 7 things you should know about self-catheterization. This article will cover the reasons for self-catheterization, the risk of catheter-associated UTI, having privacy and control, what common sizes of catheters, straight vs coude tip, catheter […]
Pocket Catheters:What They Are andWhere to Get Them Published 2019/11/22 Updated 2023/06/20 What is CompactCath®? The pocket-like catheters are simply catheters that can fit in your pocket, and they usually refer to intermittent catheters. Pocket catheters serve the exact same purpose as regular catheters. The only difference is they are compact enough to fit into […]
How to Find the Urethra andAvoid UTIs: A Guide for Female Catheter Users Published 2019/11/14 Finding the urethra and avoiding UTIs are two common problems encountered by female catheter users. Because the urethral opening is small, it is hard to see or feel it, and it is prone to be infected. But don’t worry, this […]
Flying with Intermittent Catheters: Relax After Reading These Must-know Tips Published 2019/08/22 Updated 2023/04/11 Flying with catheters shouldn’t make you nervous, and this article will help you relax by covering everything you need to know: TSA rules on catheter, taking catheters through airport security, what goes into a travel catheter kit, safe and hygienic catheterization […]
An Innovative CatheterLubricant: Silicone Oil Published 2019/10/14 Effective lubrication is essential in preventing urethral trauma and pain, which are one of the biggest concerns for people who self-catheterize. In the hope of preventing pain associated with urinary catheter, this article will introduce silicone oil as an innovative catheter lubricant—comparing it to the two other popular […]
How to Reimburse Intermittent Catheters with Insurance There are two main ways to get your intermittent catheters reimbursed—through Medicare or private insurance. Insurance coverage of catheters and supplies varies with each person’s plan, whether private or government-sponsored. To get reimbursement, doctors must provide a prescription since catheters are not sold over-the-counter or for self-diagnosis and […]
Intermittent Catheterization Complications | Causes,Prevention and Treatments Published 2019/10/08 Clean intermittent catheterization is a necessary medical practice that at least 300,800 people go through in the United States. While intermittent catheterization helps people manage a variety of conditions, it also comes with a set of potential complications. This article helps you learn more about common […]
Self-catheterization can be daunting, especially if you are new to it. If you are self-catheterizing in a wheelchair and are looking for some tips do it right, here are 12 tips to help you avoid infections, ensure safety, and achieve complete drainage. 1. Self-catheterize where you can wash your hands Washing your hands with soap […]
Choosing the Best Catheter: The Only Guide You’ll Ever Need Published 2019/09/18 Updated 2021/08/20 Updated 2023/02/23 Whether you are a first-timer or a seasoned user, we bet there are a few things you don’t know when it comes to choosing the best catheter for yourself. The first part of this guide will cover the basic […]