When a patient suffers from incontinence, he or she is really suffering from two things; the negative impact that their physical condition is having on their lives, and the frustration and embarrassment they feel from an emotional standpoint. Our youth obsessed popular culture has done an excellent job of stigmatizing and mocking the condition of incontinence to the point that people with the condition don’t want to talk about it — at all.

What causes urinary incontinence?

Urinary incontinence has a wide range of potential causes including various medical conditions, certain medications and constipation. Bladder leakage can also be triggered by issues that are unique to either males or females such as removal of the prostate or pregnancy. It’s always best to seek advice from a doctor or health professional to help you understand more about what is causing the problem. 

What causes urinary incontinence?

Urinary incontinence has a wide range of potential causes including various medical conditions, certain medications and constipation. Bladder leakage can also be triggered by issues that are unique to either males or females such as removal of the prostate or pregnancy. It’s always best to seek advice from a doctor or health professional to help you understand more about what is causing the problem. 

Whether a patient is coming home from the hospital to recover from surgery or a going on a trip away with assistive equipment, there are many reasons why a hospital bed may only be needed for a short period of time. Heavier equipment such as hospital beds and air mattresses are significant purchases and are potentially inconvenient to move out after the period of care ends. On the other hand, renting a hospital bed for a longer period can quickly add up. In this guide we explain more about hiring a medical bed and key things you should consider.

A primary diagnosis resulting from a congenital disorder, progressive or degenerative neuromuscular disease, or from certain types of injury or trauma may be a place to start thinking CRT, but do not limit yourself to those diagnoses.