Most people rarely think about tracking their normal urine output in everyday life. However, for patients with limited mobility or those recovering from surgery, this process is quite important. Even minor changes in urination can indicate to caregivers and medical staff that something is wrong with the body or kidneys, allowing serious complications to be prevented through timely detection.
A prevalent condition that many people encounter as they age is incontinence. It becomes especially difficult to deal with, as some people might not have the ability to assist their caregivers in taking care of this problem. Nevertheless, they still need to follow through with all the procedures to prevent infections and rashes. This is where incontinence pads and briefs come in handy.
Despite the fact that men often do not admit to having urinary incontinence and underestimate the loss of bladder control, new solutions are emerging to address and manage this problem. In addition to the burden of urinary incontinence itself, it also leads to feelings of embarrassment and loss of confidence in daily life. Underestimating treatment can also cause skin irritation and even infections.
Residential care facilities for the elderly (RCFE) located in California adhere to quality of care and well-being (QCW) standards, according to which these facilities must provide residents with all necessary health products. In particular, these include incontinence products. In this article, we will take a closer look at the regulatory framework, the special requirements for elderly men in terms of care, and why six packs of incontinence supplies are mandatory as a standard of supply. Learn more about RСFE and order the best incontinence products.
With the spread of the epidemic in 2019, hospitals became overcrowded, creating a need to relieve them of patients. This is how the Hospital at Home program actually appeared. The program has become a comfortable and efficient solution for both patients and hospitals. Many people have the opportunity to use this program, including patients with limited mobility and urinary incontinence. In the United States, the Hospital at Home program was launched in 2020 with the support of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Read the article to learn about the benefits and convenience of Hospital at Home and how to set it up.
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) affect around 150 million people worldwide each year, but in men, they’re less common and often more complex and harder to treat. While prostate issues, aging, and catheter use are well-known male-specific risk factors, emerging research highlights another contributor: the gut microbiome.
For men with urinary incontinence who rely on a wheelchair, maintaining cleanliness isn’t just about comfort—it’s a vital part of daily health. Urine and fecal matter can easily soil the wheelchair’s surfaces, leading to unpleasant odors, rapid bacterial growth, skin irritation, and infections. Over time, this can severely impact quality of life and even lead to hospitalization. Despite this, wheelchair cleaning is often overlooked or done incorrectly.
Urinary incontinence affects millions of men, often disrupting daily life and lowering quality of life. While many factors can contribute to bladder control issues—such as age, prostate conditions, or neurological disorders—diet is often overlooked as a contributing and manageable factor. Certain foods and beverages can irritate the bladder, increase urgency, or worsen symptoms, while others may help support bladder function and reduce discomfort.
Overactive Bladder (OAB) is a condition that causes sudden urges to urinate, frequent urination during the day, waking up at night to urinate (nocturia), and sometimes leakage (urge incontinence). OAB affects a large number of men—about 36% over the age of 40, according to European studies. The symptoms of OAB can worsen with age and significantly reduce quality of life by interfering with sleep, social activities, and daily routines.
Hip and knee replacements are among the most common orthopedic surgeries in aging male populations, with over 62,000 procedures performed annually in Canada alone—a number that has more than doubled in the past decade. While these surgeries significantly improve mobility and quality of life, they are not without risk. One frequently overlooked but clinically important complication is postoperative urinary retention (POUR), particularly in male patients. In a large study of over 1,000 patients undergoing elective hip or knee arthroplasty, the 24-hour incidence of POUR reached 43.3%, with male sex increasing the risk nearly fourfold. Factors such as spinal anesthesia and intrathecal morphine further contribute to this elevated risk.