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Chair and bed protection

Protectors for beds and chairs, including wheelchairs and car seats, have a waterproof backing to protect the bed or seat. They can be used alone or in addition to continence pads or pants.

These protectors:

• can be either disposable or reusable
• have a hydrophobic top layer that lets fluid  through while the lower layer soaks up the fluid. This means the top surface is dry against the skin.
• can be waterproof so fluid doesn't soak into the material but just rolls off the surface.
• can be used as a back-up to absorbent pads or pants, to reduce leaks onto beds or chairs
• are often used at night to help the person get a good night's sleep even if the bed is wet
• usually work best when the person's skin is in direct contact with the protector, rather than with clothing
• are not designed for faecal incontinence so if this is a possiblity, a pad should be worn as well
• if disposable, should be replaced and thrown out when soiled or wet
• if reusable, should be washed regularly in the washing machine.

Non-slip floor mats

Continence bedside floor mats are mats that protect the carpet from urine or water. They absorb any spills and urine leakage. They can also be used to protect the floor during pad changes or while changing wet or soiled bedding.

These mats:

• are highly absorbent and machine washable
• reduce smells caused by urine soaked carpets
• are anti-slip and suitable for any room or the bathroom.

Need more help? Call the National Continence Helpline on 18OO 33 OO 66 and talk to a continence nurse advisor.