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Hydrophilic Catheters: Benefits and Instructions
Posted by CompactCath onHydrophilic Catheters:Benefits and Instructions Published 2021/02/17 Updated 2022/12/15 What are the benefits ofusing a hydrophilic catheter? Potentially Less Urethral Injury Since a lubricated hydrophilic catheter is very slippery, the friction it causes to the urethra during catheterization is also relatively small. Less friction means there’s a decreased likelihood of urethral pain, discomfort, and injury. A […]
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Bladder Stones: Causes and Symptoms
Posted by CompactCath onBladder Stones:Causes and Symptoms Published 2020/10/10 Bladder stones (also called Bladder Calculi )are hard masses of mineral that has developed from concentrated urine inside your bladder, and it is often caused by the inability of the bladders to void urine completely. Other causes of include UTI, foreign objects in the bladders, and dislodged kidney stones […]
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Why Do I Urinate So Often?
Posted by CompactCath onWhy Do I Urinate So Often? Why Do I Urinate So Often? People urinate on average 6 to 7 times a day, and any frequency from 4 to 10 times is considered normal. If you urinate more than 10 times a day, it doesn’t necessarily mean something is abnormal. Frequent urination becomes concerning when it […]
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Exercise for People With Spinal Cord Injuries
Posted by CompactCath onExercise for People WithSpinal Cord Injuries Published 2020/08/27 People with spinal cord injuries (SCI) need to exercise to lead a healthy life. An inactive, sedentary lifestyle may lead to a host of health problems such as heart disease, high cholesterol, diabetes, high blood pressure, depression, and anxiety. Many people who have spinal cord injuries tend […]
Exercise for adults and children with Spina Bifida
Posted by CompactCath onExercise for Adultsand Children with Spina Bifida Published 2020/07/27 Exercise is important for people with Spina Bifida because it increases their ability to live an independent, high-quality life. In general, exercise strengthens muscles and bones, helps maintain a healthy mood and weight, and reduces the risk of heart diseases, diabetes, hypertension, and certain cancers. […]