managing male incontinence
The inability to control urine (urinary incontinence) is one of the most unpleasant and distressing problems from which a person can suffer, often causing isolation, depression and physiological problems.
Men's anatomy poses particular problems for control systems but we have managed to find several innovative products to help solve them including condom catheters, male incontinence clamps and complete male incontinence systems.
afex™ Male Incontinence System
Until afex™ was developed there were few truly effective methods that men found satisfactory. The systems required too much maintenance and required it too frequently to allow men any real degree of confidence or freedom. Many were unable to undertake long distance travel or engage in physical activities, which added to their feelings of incapacity.
Arcus Medical began its research over two years ago when John Miskie, a prostate cancer survivor who was frustrated by existing methods of incontinence control, turned to his son, Mark Miskie, to design a better male urinary incontinence device. Using necessity as a motivator, they developed what we know today as afex™ - an adhesive-free external collection system that works without maintenance for up to twelve hours and is convenient, liberating and cost effective.
afex™ has been extensively field tested before coming to market and has received enthusiastic accolades from all of its users. Patients who have used the product report very high levels of satisfaction.
Gee Whiz™
Gee Whiz™ silicone condom catheter sets are ideal for men with male incontinence. The GeeWhiz™ Condom Catheter is placed on the outside of the penis instead of having a tube inserted through the urethra. It is known as an External Condom Catheter and sometimes is referred to as a Condom Sheath, or simply a Sheath.
DignityDry™ Sheath/Resevoir
This combination one-piece condom catheter with a one-way valve and reservoir tucks neatly into brief style underwear. The urine flows directly through the one-way valve into the reservoir which is emptied periodically. With daily washing, the DignityDry™ Sheath can give up to 15 days of service before being replaced.
ActiCuf™ Disposable Pouch
The breakthrough ActiCuf™ is a disposable, undetectable pouch designed to help men manage light to moderate urinary incontinence. When placed on the penis, the padded closure gently presses down on the urethra to control urinary flow acting as a penile clamp. Any leakage is immediately asborbed by the ActiCuf so you can take charge of your day.
The ActiCuf disposable pouch is so discreet that it's virtually undetectable under clothing. It's sleek portable design makes using public urinals a worry-free experience. Removing it and replacing it is fast and easy.
Dribblestop® Urinary Incontinence Kit
The Dribblestop® Male Urinary Incontinence Clamp is an external penile clamp that gently applies pressure to the top of the penis, as well as the urethra on the underside to effectively control bladder leakage. The entire penile clamp is made of lightweight plastic and high quality, medically approved foam that does not absorb liquid. The result is a soft, natural feel—this penile clamp is so small and comfortable, (3 inches long by 1/2 inch wide) you won't even notice it's there!
Posted April 2006
Updated August 2009
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