1. Try Several on for Size
Adult diapers come in all sorts of forms. Be sure to try a few out to see what works best for you. Some people are more comfortable with the briefs, which mimic underwear, while others prefer the bladder control pads, which are more like sanitary napkins, but hold much more liquid. Some adult diapers have elastic strap sides with buttons that hold the protection in place, making them easy to get on and off, while others are more like baby diapers and have adhesive tabs that wrap around to attach to the sides. It's important to find one that not only fits your particular needs, but is also as absorbent as needed.
2. Get in the Comfort Zone
When you must use adult diapers for bladder control issues, it helps to know that you don't have to be uncomfortable while wearing them. The sticky tabs on conventional adult diapers can be itchy, and the tabs can sometimes stick to your skin, which makes them less than ideal for anyone with sensitive skin. However, the elastic on the sides on the newer designs of adult diapers is much more comfortable, and has the added benefit of stretching to fit. This means if you are slightly larger or smaller than the size indicates, you can still wear the brief. Some brands, like Depends, also come with adjustable sides as well.
3. Insurance Doesn't Cover Adult Diapers
Although needing an adult diaper is defnitly related to health care costs, it is, in most instances, not covered by insurance. Medicare and most other health plans do not provide coverage for the costs of adult incontinence products, which might lead you to look for alternative buying options, such as online or wholesale clubs, to keep costs down. The only way that adult diapers are covered in many cases is when you are residing in a nursing home through the Medicaid program. So be prepared to spend, on average, $55 for a box of 88 adult diapers.
4. Keep Odors at Bay
It is important that you don't carry around an odor as well as your bladder leakage protection. Several brands have built in odor control, such as Depends, which contains absorbent materials that turn urine to a gel. This way the urine will not leak out and evaporate in the air. This same material neutralizes odor by counteracting the odor the urine creates, which gives you the confidence that you are protected.
5. Where to Get More Information
Using adult diapers may be a difficult transition. If you find you need help determining your needs, contact the makers of Depends and Poise. They have a complete product selection guide and learning center on their website to help you make the right choice for your bladder protection needs. You can visit them at http://www.depend.com/ or http://www.poise.com/.
