Health

Does TRICARE Cover Incontinence Supplies?

August 3, 2023 • TRICARE • Veterans with Incontinence

Veterans may experience urinary incontinence as a result of exposure to risk factors and/or injury during military service. If you are experiencing incontinence and enrolled in TRICARE, medically necessary treatment and incontinence supplies may be covered.

Bowel Incontinence: Causes, Symptoms, & Treatment

July 20, 2023

Some individuals may have a hard time controlling their bowel movements. Understanding the causes, symptoms, and treatment options available can help better manage fecal incontinence.

How to Deal with Incontinence in Alzheimer’s Disease

June 12, 2023 • bedwetting in adults • caring for someone with incontinence • incontinence associated dermatitis • incontinence caregiver

Incontinence usually occurs during the middle to late stages of Alzheimer’s disease, but every situation is different. Alzheimer’s patients will eventually require full-time care from a family member or caregiver.

Bedwetting in Adults & Seniors: What is Nocturnal Enuresis?

June 5, 2023 • bedwetting in adults • bedwetting in seniors • bedwetting in teenagers

Bedwetting is common and can happen at any age. Lifestyle changes can help prevent unwanted incontinence leaks.

How to Use Incontinence Bed Pads and Protect Your Mattress

April 21, 2023 • adult bed pads • bed pads • bed underpads • bedwetting in children • caring for someone with incontinence • disposable bed pads • disposable underpads • incontinence supplies • medical supplies bed pads • pee stains • SPC underpads

It is important to keep mattresses dry for a better night’s rest. Whether you or someone you are caring for is living with incontinence, it makes sense to spend money on bed pad supplies for bedwetting and protect your mattress. Incontinence bed pads, also known as “chux”, are designed to wick away moisture and keep mattresses dry.