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Underpads
Adult Incontinence Underpads: Protection and Convenience
When adult incontinence is severe, sometimes adult diapers and briefs aren't enough protection against leaks, especially for seniors and disabled people who may have mobility limitations. Having to change bedding or dealing with a couch cushion that is unprotected creates extra work for already busy caregivers, but there is a solution. Underpads are an excellent tool for helping to manage incontinence and work well on any surface. Underpads are absorbent pads with a waterproof backing that protect surfaces against leaks by absorbing excess fluid to protect chairs, beds, car seats, wheelchairs, and more. Underpads are ideal for home use because they are available in a variety of sizes from those suitable for a wheelchair, a car seat, or a baby's changing table, to sizes large enough to cover an adult bed. You can also choose from heavy absorbency underpads for overnight protection or light to medium absorbency for everyday use.
Underpads: Disposable or Reusable?
Underpads are available in both disposable and reusable versions. Honest Medical offers both types, but choosing one or the other can depend on several factors. The following table offers a summary comparison of the features of each type:
| Feature | Disposable Underpads | Reusable Underpads |
|---|---|---|
| Convenience | Easy clean up – fold and throw away | Requires laundry – more effort and cost |
| Skin Protection & Hygiene | Better protection against IADs and better odor control | Needs frequent laundering to protect skin and control odor |
| Comfort and Absorption | Absorbs liquids immediately due to polymer core, but can be noisy when moving around | Soft outer layer is more comfortable and tends to stay in place better |
| Environment | Creates more non-biodegradable waste | More environmentally friendly – reduces waste |
| Cost | Lower upfront cost but greater long-term cost | Higher upfront cost, lower long-term cost |
| Best Usage | Great for travel and short-term use | Great for long-term, at-home use |
Learn More
Honest Medical offers a selection of both disposable and reusable underpads as well as other adult incontinence products to help caregivers and users manage incontinence with ease and efficiency. Honest Medical is a trusted resource for a wide variety of health and wellness products priced affordably and shipped with speed and care, so you never run out of the supplies you need. We also publish a blog, Honest Ideas, that includes many informative articles, including the following in-depth comparison of disposable and reusable underpads:
If you have any questions about underpads or other products, please call an HonestMed Care Specialist at (833) 933-2323.