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More than 750,000 Americans live with an ostomy, a life-saving surgical procedure that allows body waste to pass through an opening in the abdomen (stoma) and into an ostomy pouch. It may be necessary when treating Crohn’s disease, colon or bla …

A nebulizer (often referred to as a “breathing machine”), is a device specifically designed to convert liquid medication into a fine mist that can be inhaled directly into the lungs. Nebulizers can be prescribed for different respiratory …

Catheters are flexible tubes used to drain urine from the bladder through the urethra. They help treat ailments such as incontinence and urinary retention. Catheters can be used on a permanent basis (indwelling catheters) or whenever needed (intermit …

Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disease that affects the airways and causes breathing difficulties. With asthma, the lining of the airways is swollen, which can make the air passages extremely sensitive to various triggers. Common asthma triggers th …

Wheelchairs are widely available but choosing the right one – especially as a first-time user – can be overwhelming. There are many options with various features that can significantly impact accessibility, utility, and comfort. Whether y …

Urinary catheters are medical devices used to drain urine from the bladder. They can be kept permanently in place (indwelling catheters) or used on an in-and-out basis (intermittent catheters). Intermittent urinary catheters are thin, soft tubes used …

A urinary tract infection (UTI) is a very common condition that affects the urinary tract. The urinary system is made up of the urethra, ureters, bladders, and kidneys. Urinary tract infections most commonly occur in the urethra and/or bladder. With …

    Intermittent catheters are used to drain urine through the urethra. The intermittent catheter is inserted through the urethra and left in only until the bladder has been emptied. There are a few factors to consider when choosing an int …

  An ostomy is an artificial opening created through surgery that is often required when the individual’s bowel or bladder does not function normally. The surgery allows waste to leave the body through a stoma on the abdominal wall. Ostomi …

An external male catheter is typically used to treat urinary incontinence. This type of catheter use is considered to be less invasive and carries less risk for urinary tract infections (UTIs), compared to indwelling urinary catheters. This product g …