Basic facts about adult diapers
Adult diapers can be broadly divided into pants type and pad type. When selecting the appropriate combination of pants type and pad type adult diaper, always consider the wearer’s wishes and select the best care according to the excretion care pattern.
Adult diapers are made up of an inner and an outer layer.
In order to realize a comfortable lifestyle for both the caregiver and the care receiver during excretion care, it is important to first assess the physical condition and life style of the person using adult diapers, and then to use the appropriate combination of pants type adult diaper and pad type adult diaper.
- Start by selecting pants type adult diaper.
Important selection points: Consider the wearer’s physical conditions (can the wearer walk and sit alone?), preferences, and body type.
- Next, chose the best inner pad for the selected pants type diaper.
Important selection points: Consider gender, daytime/nighttime use, and other factors which affect the amount of urine and general conditions.
How to select the best disposable paper diaper：Outer (Outer diaper)
Pants type
Suitable for wearers who require excretion assistance or who can use the bathroom by themselves.
Thin and slim type diapers absorb one or two loads of urination, while diapers for extensive usage absorb four to five loads of urination. Applying the urine absorbent pad together with the pants type diaper makes diaper replacement much easier and more economical.
Tape type diaper
Suitable for wearers who spend most of their time lying down or who can assume a sitting position with assistance.
These diapers absorb three to four loads of urination. However, absorbency can be supplemented by inserting a urine absorbent pad. Applying the urine absorbent pad together with the tape type diaper makes diaper replacement much easier and more economical.
How to select the best disposable paper diaper：Inner (Pad type)
Urine-absorbent pad
This flat pad type is used by inserting inside of the tape type or pull-up adult diaper. Size and absorbency vary depending on the type of product. Please select the inner pad by considering the physical condition and the usage of the wearer.
For pull-up diapers
This urine absorbent pad is designed especially for pull-up diapers. The right combination of usage of pad type and pants type realizes even greater comfort. Urine absorbent pad for extensive usage and overnight usage are also available.
For tape type diapers
This pad fits securely onto tape type diaper and absorbs two to three loads of urination. The pad shape is different for men and women.
Tape type diaper for extensive daytime usage
Featuring a slim design and capacity to absorb three to four loads of urination, this pad is ideal for daytime use.
Reducing the frequency of changing brings long lasting peace of mind to the wearer and caregiver.
Tape type diaper for overnight usage
The pad absorbs four to six loads of urination and is designed to prevent leakage overnight even when sleeping on your side. Reducing the frequency of changing brings long lasting peace of mind to the wearer and caregiver.
