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Updated November 16, 2023What is a Urinary Leg Bag?A leg bag is a specialized device designed for urine collection. These bags, wearable above or below the knee, offer a range of features and styles to meet individual needs:Connection: Leg bags can connect directly to Foley catheters or external condom catheters. For those who prefer wearing the bag on the calf, extension tubing can be used for the connection.Versatility:Styles & Sizes: There are numerous designs available to cater to person …

What is a Compression Bandage Self Adherent Wrap? A compression bandage wrap that is self adhering means the bandage sticks to itself. You will also see these types of compression wrap bandages called "cohesive bandages". So a cohesive bandage IS self adherent and when you wrap the bandage around, it will stick to itself without any fasteners or clips making Coban and CoFlex easy to use. 3M Coban and Andover CoFlex are both examples of brands of cohesive bandage wraps and they are available in d …

 What are Colo-Majic Liners? Colo-Majic liners are a flushable liner for ostomy pouches. The liners are intended to be used in closed-end two-piece ostomy pouches. They are made of a thin material that comes in two varieties, one is biodegradable and the other is not. They are both flushable and stop you from having to empty and drain your colostomy or illeostomy pouch. The liner is put inside the pouch you are already using and once the liner is 3/4 full, you take the liner out and then flush t …

Sigvaris Performance Compression Socks Sigvaris Performance are true medical-grade graduated sport compression support socks and they are now available in blood orange, lime, red, blue, pink, and as always white and black. These are calf length sports recovery compression socks. They are comfortable socks for active adults, the compression works to ease tired achy legs and helps to improve blood flow. The high quality fabrics provide thermal control which helps keep your feet cool, dry, and com …

 What is Xeroform Sterile Petrolatum Gauze Dressing?Xeroform is a sterile wound dressing that is non-adherent, which means it won't stick to the wound so dressing changes are less painful and trauma to the wound is minimized. Xeroform is also an occlusive dressing which means the dressing prevents air from reaching the wound. An occlusive dressing will retain moisture, heat, and it will help the medication stay in place, this promotes a moist healing environment. Xeroform dressings are made …

What are Adult Diapers & Adult Pull-Ups? Choosing the Right Incontinence Products Navigating the world of adult diapers and adult pull-ups can often feel overwhelming, with a myriad of options available for those dealing with urinary or fecal incontinence. Whether you're choosing for yourself or a loved one, understanding the nuances between different types, their absorbency levels, and how to ensure comfort is crucial. This guide is designed to demystify the selection process, offeri …

What is a Mattress Overlay?A mattress overlay is a device that is put on top of a regular mattress or hospital mattress. Mattress overlays are available in many different styles and they can be foam, gel, or air cushions. They are often called mattress toppers or bed toppers. Honestly, it wouldn't be a medical device if it wasn't known by at least two or three names! Mattress overlays increase comfort for people who are recuperating from surgery or need to be in bed for long periods of time. If …

What are Medical Adhesives?Medical adhesives are skin safe adhesive compounds that are used to attach medical appliances like ostomy wafers and flanges and/or external condom catheters to the body. Medical adhesives are also used in surgical applications. There are adhesives that contain natural latex such as Perma-Type surgical cement as well as silicone adhesives such as Urocare's Uro-Bond. Medical adhesives are intended to be used on skin and are designed to be skin friendly.What are Medic …

What is Witch Hazel?Witch hazel is a type of plant, specifically it is a North American shrub called "Witch-hazel shrub" or Hamamelis virginiana. The leaves as well as the bark of the shrub are used to make the compound referred to as "witch hazel" it is an astringent anti-inflammatory. Witch hazel is a simple and inexpensive item that has many different uses. It is a great addition to your home first aid supplies. Just like with any product, if you have concerns about whether or not you should …

Adapt CeraRing: Ostomy Barrier Rings  Adapt CeraRing are a brand new version of Hollister barrier rings and they are now infused with ceramide.Hollister has gone all in with ceramide and for good reason, ceramide helps protect the skin around your stoma. When you are using your Hollister CeraPlus flange and wafer you will be able to fully benefit from the ceramide because your ostomy barrier ring will also be infused with the same skin saving CeraPlus. This is great news for anyone who uses Adap …