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Protecting Your Mattress

Wednesday, August 12th, 2009

Your bed represents a considerable investment; therefore, protecting your mattress is as important as protecting your clothing. DryForLife has many options in bed protection to allow you to protect your mattress without losing any sleep.

Heavy Duty Waterproof Mattress Cover- these soft and comfortable mattress covers are made from a resilient PVC that won’t rustle when you move. These covers protect the top, sides and ends of the matress and will not wrinkle up. Best of all, they can be washed and are completely waterproof.

Terry Towelling Waterproof Matress Cover- The ultimate in comfort, these waterproof matress covers wll fit any matress up to 8 inches deep. They can be ordered to fit any size, and can be washed in your washing machine. These matress covers are elastisized, making it easy to put on your mattress.

Quilted Polycotton Waterproof Mattress Covers- With waterproof backing, these padded and fitted mattress covers are soft and comfortable, guaranteeing you a great sleep. They are also mashine washable and fitted, as well as coming in different sizes to fit almost any mattress.

To view our full selection of mattress covers, click here.

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Government Joins Forces With Research Into Ageing to Combat Incontinence

Tuesday, August 11th, 2009

It is estimated that 3 million people in the UK (and likely more) suffer from incontinence, which is one of the major reasons why older people need to enter homes that provide nursing care. Although this is a common scenario, incontinence has received little attention in research due to the social stigma attached to the issue of incontinence.

Hopefully, this will begin to change. In July it was announced that the BBSRC (Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council) and Research into Ageing will collaborate on some research projects that will help to further understanding into the biological causes of incontinence, as well as help to raise awareness of incontinence, which often loses out in funding to other, more “fashionable” conditions.

It is hoped that this research will lead to further funding of research into treatment and, better yet, prevention of this debilitating condition that negatively impacts so many people’s quality of life. To view the media release relating to this subject, visit http://www.bbsrc.ac.uk/media/releases/2009/090702_new_incontinence_research_funding_benefit_millions.html

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What is Bladder Retraining?

Monday, August 10th, 2009

Urgency is characterized by an intense need to urinate, sometimes very frequently. This strong urge to urinate occurs because the bladder muscles contract inappropriately. These abnormal contractions of the bladder can be due to infection, neurological conditions, bladder stones, or obstruction at the bladder outlet. Caffeine, alcohol and stress may make symptoms worse. The result of these strong contractions may be incontinence.

Bladder retraining is a process by which the bladder is “trained” to hold larger and larger amounts of urine. To do this, try holding your urine for an hour, then gradually increase the amount of time between trips to the bathroom. If you find it difficult to hold your urine, try breathing exercises, Kegel exercises, counting slowly to 100, or any other form of distraction that works for you. Bladder retraining takes time and patience, but is successful approximately 50% of the time in cases of urge incontinence, or overactive bladder. A reasonable  goal for  bladder retraining is to be able to hold your urine for 3 to 4 hours before voiding, so that you are voiding no more than 6 times per day.

If you suffer from urge incontinence, you will want to use incontinence products that help you to feel secure and dry whilst you are undergoing the process of bladder retraining. You may experience some leakage until you are able to train your bladder and regain control.

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Faecal Incontinence

Saturday, August 8th, 2009

Although faecal incontinence is less common that urinary incontinence, it is more devastating to the sufferer, due to society’s view of faecal incontinence. Estimated to affect approximately 2% of the population in the UK, faecal incontinence is more common in women and becomes more prevalent with age.

It is likely that faecal incontinence is reported less often than urinary incontinence due to the shame and embarrassment felt by those who suffer from the condition. This is unfortunate, as faecal incontinence is often a sign of another problem, and these other problems are often highly treatable. Visiting a doctor for a proper diagnosis and tests can lead to effective treatment for those who suffer from faecal incontinence. Don’t wait- if you suffer from faecal incontinence, visit your physician soon, so that you can work together to find a solution.

In the meantime, should you require incontinence products with superior absorbency and  a comfortable fit, designed to handle faecal incontinence, urinary incontinence, or both, click here.

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Choosing Incontinence Products

Saturday, August 1st, 2009

Not all incontinence products are created equal. There are several attributes you should look for when choosing incontinence products. The amount and variety of incontinence products can be confusing, so we have compiled a list of some of the qualities to look for when purchasing incontinence products.

Durability- Quality incontinence products should perform as advertised, absorbing leakage in light, moderate and heavy amounts. They should never fall apart when wet and should be composed of several layers of dry weave.

Absorbency- A quality pad should be able to absorb many times its weight in urine without causing embarrassing leakage.

Backing- Many incontinence pads have a plastic backing to prevent urine from leaking through and staining your clothing. They may also have an adhesive strip that helps to hold the pad securely to your underwear.

Dry Weave- The pad or pants should be made of quality materials that wick moisture away from your skin, keeping you dry and your skin free of moisture. Constant moisture against your skin can cause skin irritation.

Comfort- Quality pads should be contoured to fit your body comfortably without being too bulky. They should be comfortable enough that you can forget you are wearing one at all!

Keeping these criteria in mind should enable you to find just the right type of product to suit you and your lifestyle. DryForLife strives to include all of these qualities in their incontinence products, using only the best materials and quality workmanship.

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