What does Latex-Free mean?
Latex-Free means that the product is not made from natural rubber (latex) or doesn’t contain any natural rubber.
What is absorbency?
Absorbency is the amount of fluid a product can hold?
What are Refastenable Tape Tabs?
Refastenable tape tabs are a two part tape system that allow multiple openings and closing of a brief (diaper).
What is a host garmet?
A host garment is a disposable garment with a moisture-proof backing.
What is moisture-proof backing?
A moisture-proof backing is a poly (plastic) outer-layer that doesn’t allow moisture to pass through.
What is a moisture barrier?
A moisture barrier is a material made of poly (plastic) substance that doesn’t allow moisture to pass through.
What is Super-Absorbent Polymer (SAP)?
Super-Absorbent Polymer, otherwise referred to as SAP, are small beads when dry that turn into a gel when liquid is absorbed.
Can two briefs/pads be used at the same time (also known as diaper doubling)?
No, doubling up on products that contain a moisture barrier will not increase absorption. Briefs, disposable underwear and pads/ liners are typically designed with a moisture proof backing that stops the urine from passing through. This approach to adding more capacity or addressing leakage concerns only works if the second product is a “flow-through” design with no moisture proof backing.
What is the difference between a booster and a personal care pad?
Booster pads have a flow-through design that allows the pad to fill to capacity first and then pass additional fluid to the host (primary) garment. Booster pads are placed inside any disposable undergarment with a moisture proof backing. A Personal Care pad has a moisture proof backing and is meant to be worn in regular underwear. It should not be used as a liner inside a host garment, as the moisture proof backing would not allow the fluid to flow through, it will actually cause it to run out of the product and leak.
Are there alternative placements for booster pads?
Booster pads can be placed over hips, across the back or stomach to help target areas where additional absorption is needed. They can be folded but never cut.
What is the purpose of the disposable swimwear?
The purpose of disposable swimwear is to contain bowel incontinence, allowing wearers to enjoy and benefit from swimming. Unlike other products, Swimmates are designed to not break apart when wet.
What does DAU stand for?
It is an acronym for Disposable Absorbent Underwear.
What is a brief?
A unisex product with tape tabs that fully opens, also know as a diaper. Briefs are typically used for maximum protection with urine and bowel incontinence.
What does C.U.P. stand for?
It is an acronym for Capacity Under Pressure. C.U.P is the amount of fluid that is retained under pressure.
How does PBE test for Capacity Under Pressure (C.U.P.)?
After the product has been soaked in synthetic urine, pressure is applied to simulate the kind of pressure a wearer would exert on the saturated product. The amount of fluid remaining after pressure has been applied is defined as a C.U.P. capacity. Full 8oz. fluid cup measurement.
What are Micro-hook Closure Tabs?
Micro-hook closure tabs are refastenable tabs that grip the soft, cloth-like outer layer to securely fasten the brief.
What is a cloth-like backsheet?
A soft non-woven material that covers the outside of a product.
What does breathable mean?
Breathable means the product has the ability to allow air to circulate through.
How do you know by looking at the wetness indicator that the prodcut needs to be changed?
The yellow lines on the wetness indicator will turn blue indicating that wetness is present. When the line is solid blue up to two fingers from the front or back of the product, that is indication that a change is needed.
How do you know by looking at the wetness indicator that the prodcut needs to be changed?
The yellow lines on the wetness indicator will turn blue indicating that wetness is present. When the line is solid blue up to two fingers from the front or back of the product, that is indication that a change is needed.
What can I do to stop leaking with my current incontinence products?
The main factors to take into consideration when choosing the correct incontinence product are: – Size and Fit: Make sure you have the right size product. Leg openings should be snug fitting (no gaps) and should not create redness around the leg/groin area. – Style and absorption capacity required: Make sure that you are wearing the correct product style and absorbency level to meet your needs.
Why are some incontinence products so much more expensive?
Higher performing incontinence products are designed to be more absorbent and are made with superior quality materials. The Tranquility Product Family keeps skin dryer, neutralizes urine pH, and reduces odors. It is often possible to save money by using the more expensive products because they require few changes, results in fewer clothing/ bedding changes, less waste, less laundry due to leakage, and better quality of life for both the care provider and the care recipient.