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Updated: October 25, 2023Understanding the Differences Between a Walker and a RollatorWalkers and rollators are both popular mobility aids, but they differ mainly in their design and functionality. A traditional walker has four legs and requires the user to lift it while advancing, while a rollator, often referred to as a rolling walker or wheeled walker, has four wheels and allows the user to push it forward without lifting. Rollators also frequently come with seats, backrests, cupholders and m …

What Are the Different Kinds of Intermittent Urinary Catheters?Coude Catheter - a catheter that has a bent tip for ease of insertion around an enlarged prostate or other obstructions, the angle of the bend can varyCoude Olive Tip Catheter - a type of coude tip intermittent catheter that has a slight bent tip with a rounded balled tip for insertion around an enlarged prostate or strictures, the ball on the end can feel more comfortable if using a catheter has been uncomfortable for you in the pas …

What is Stoma powder? Stoma powder is a non-medicated powder that is designed to absorb moisture from raw or broken skin surrounding a stoma. Stoma powder is not made of the same type of powder that is found in baby powder or body talc. They should not be used interchangeably. Stoma powder is to be used around a stoma which is the result of an ostomy surgery. Stoma powder can be used with a colostomy, ileostomy, and/or urostomy. By absorbing moisture the stoma powder can help the ostomy barrier/ …

What is Medical Tape? Medical tape is an adhesive tape that is specifically designed to be used directly on skin to hold wound bandages or other first aid or medical appliances in place. Medical tape needs to be skin safe, easy to use, and strong enough to work well when skin is moving, bending, or damp. There are many styles of medical tape that can be used in a variety or situations. 3M has many different kinds of medical tape, here is the link to a more complete guide to 3M medical tape.What …

Calmoseptine was created over 80 years ago by a pharmacist as a diaper rash ointment for infants. Since that time Calmoseptine has been found to help alleviate the symptoms of many different conditions. Calmoseptine is available in a tube and a jar but the contents are all the same, the different containers are just personal preference. The tubes are 4 ounces and the jar is 2.5 ounces. It is a skin barrier ointment that is available over the counter, without a prescription, from online medical …

Ostomy Paste vs. Barrier RingsOstomy paste and barrier rings both help protect the delicate stomal skin from caustic output. Ostomy paste has a caulk-like consistency and often comes in a tube. tube Barrier rings are tacky, pre-formed rings that usually come individually packaged. Neither one these products is necessarily better than the other, it just comes down to which format you prefer. What is Ostomy Paste?Paste for ostomy care is actually not a paste at all. It is the consistency of paste …

Urinary catheters are thin flexible tubes used to drain urine from the body. Catheters have been around for a long time, according to URO Today Urology News:"Catheters were used as early as 3,000 B.C. to relieve painful urinary retention. In those times, many materials were used to form a hollow catheter shape, including straw, rolled up palm leaves, hollow tops of onions, as well as, gold, silver, copper, brass, and lead. Malleable catheters were developed in the 11th century. In time, silve …

What are T.E.D. Anti-Embolism Stockings?T.E.D. stockings are an abbreviation for "thromboembolism-deterrent". They are stockings designed and worn to support the venous and lymphatic drainage of the leg, which means when you are recovering in bed these stockings will help stop blood clots from forming. If you are non-ambulatory then the gradient compression is combined with the actual muscle pump effect of your calf, these two things work together to help circulate blood and lymph fluid through …

   Updated December 30, 2023 Condom catheters provide a non-invasive, comfortable option for male urinary incontinence management. They are easy to use, reduce infection risks, and enhance quality of life. Proper application is crucial to avoid complications and ensure comfort. This guide emphasizes their correct use for optimal health and comfort.What is a Condom Catheter? Condom catheters are a type of urinary catheter that is worn on the penis for the treatment of incontinence. Men who experi …

A female length intermittent catheter can not be used by men because the shaft of the catheter is too short to reach the male bladder. Female catheters are much shorter because the female anatomy doesn't require a long catheter to reach the bladder. The short length of the catheter means it is much easier to design small, discreet catheters that fit easily inside pockets or purses. Bard, formally Rochester, Magic3 GO is a new hydrophilic catheter designed for women that is easy to use and ca …