Education & Resources

Incontinence Care Education & Product Guide

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Compare styles, absorbency and package options to find a product that fits your needs. Check each product's size guide and use instructions.

Adult diapers and tab-style briefs — Compare fit, absorbency and package or case quantities.

Protective underwear and pull-ups — Browse pull-on styles.

Incontinence pads and bladder control pads — Compare standalone pads, liners and male guards.

Underpads and bed protection — Browse reusable and disposable bed protection.

Overnight incontinence products — Compare overnight briefs, underwear and pads.

Buying guides

How to choose a washable bed pad — Compare bed and chair pad sizes, reusable and disposable options, and how many spares to keep.

Care topics and trusted resources

Ostomy care

Find everyday ostomy supplies and guidance on pouch changes. For advice specific to your stoma or appliance fit, contact your ostomy nurse or NSWOC.

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Guides: Changing your pouching system Routine urostomy care

Catheters and urinary care

Browse urinary supplies and review general information about catheter care and absorbent products.

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HealthLink BC: Care for an indwelling urinary catheter Absorbent products for urinary incontinence

Skin care and hygiene

Explore cleansing and skin-care products, plus practical guidance for supporting skin during personal care.

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HealthLink BC: Caregiving skin care

Funding and coverage

Find information about programs that may help with the cost of supplies.

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Understanding Incontinence Care

Incontinence is the involuntary loss of urine or stool. It is common, can affect people at any age, and may have a significant impact on comfort, confidence and everyday life.

The right approach depends on the individual. Incontinence may be related to a medical condition, mobility challenges, medications, neurological conditions or other factors. Management can include lifestyle changes, scheduled toileting, pelvic floor exercises, medications, medical treatment and appropriate absorbent products.

Practical Care Guidance

  • Protection

    Choosing the right absorbent product can help provide reliable protection while supporting comfort, dignity and healthy skin. The appropriate style and absorbency will depend on the person's mobility, level of incontinence and individual needs.

  • Changing & Skin Care

    There isn't a single changing schedule that's right for everyone. Products should be checked regularly and changed when needed, with care tailored to the individual. Good cleansing and skin care can also help protect against irritation associated with prolonged exposure to moisture.

  • Toileting

    Regular or scheduled bathroom visits may help reduce incontinence episodes for some people and can support greater independence. Toileting routines should take the person's mobility, abilities and individual care needs into account.

Finding the Right Products

From protective underwear and briefs to pads, underpads, wipes and skin-care products, choosing the right combination can make incontinence easier to manage.

Need help choosing? DignityPlus can help you find the appropriate product, size and absorbency for your needs.

How to apply TENA Protective Underwear on a user standing up

How to apply a TENA Brief with side tabs while lying down

How to use TENA incontinence pads for men

About this information: The content on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not personalized medical advice or a substitute for advice from a qualified healthcare professional. For individual questions about your health, symptoms, treatment, or care plan, please speak with a healthcare professional.