Urine Leakage Help: PureWick Practical Suggestions and Observations | Female Incontinence 

I recently was introduced to purewick when I hospitalized when I had a stroke.. and I highly highly recommend it

I've been using the Purewick system for 2 years now. I am essentially bed bound due to multiple sclerosis for nearly 40 years. My biggest complaint is the cost of Purewick supplies. I've called Medicare many times in the last 2 years to see why they do not reimburse for this life-changing device. Medicare says that they cover ALL medical supplies that are medically necessary as ordered by a medical provider EXCEPT Purewick! I've tried calling agencies that advocate for disabled and seniors, but no one really helps. What can I do to change the minds of Medicare committees who make these decisions? I'm willing to call or write whomever has the power to really help me and countless other individuals regarding our needs in this area. Any suggestions would be great.

Thank youuuuu!!!!

Hoping to find a not too loud, suction machine

4:49 power cord not plugged in. Yes, some units have batteries but this thing should have been making some kinda noise, The one we have does.

I have just started using these with pts in the ED and when used properly...they are AMAZING! (TIP: for men with inverted penis', or VERY small anatomy they work well too)

its not the machine itself that is noisy when its running, its the dripping of the urine into the catch basin that can get noisy or loud - and in a family or visitation setting can be embarrassing to the user.

Can you make any suggestions to help with patients that are non compliant in trying to place device.

Can I sleep in my recliner using the purewick system? Last night was my first night using it and it did leak some but I don’t think it was because of the unit. I think I didn’t place it as securely as I should have. However, even if it only captures half of the urine I would be happy. Love this device but hope it holds up because it is really expensive. I’m going to be glad when the patent runs out so there’s some competition in pricing.

My questions what causes the pump to make an explosive noise when the catheter is positioned? Also what is the best way to allow the urine to pass thru the cable into the collection canister after the catheter has been placed. On the floor or suspended?

Why is my hospital turning the suction to 125mmHg? The higher suction feels awful

We can hardly hear ovet th hum of our AC power unit.

Can pure wick be used in overseas countries where electrical volt supply is 220 volts?

How do people reuse the catheter? Can it stay on for 24 hours? 🙏

It seemed to work well in the hospital for my mother in law, but we bought the BD system when we brought her home and have not had any success at all at home. Her urine just seems to bypass the BD wicks completely. The most success we had in 2 weeks of use was 100cc one night. The noise level of the BD pump is almost zero and the pump will evacuate a glassful of water in about 10 seconds, so it’s obviously not the fault of the pump. We are mystified.

Help!!!I accidentally flushed the elbow connector piece down the toilet this morning I need a spare piece until BD sends me the accessory kit. Anyone know where I can buy one?

He didn’t address leakage 😢

Mine is really loud. I wonder if it’s because I got the back battery.

are the UTI less with the pure wick?

I noticed the Hospital uses double to triple the vacuum, Hospitals seem to work better than the one we have at home, where can I buy a better pump

Is battery powered pure wick available ?

How do I order the Purick catheter

How can I order this Purick catheter catheter

Where can I order this pur wick or the number

How do I get one

Does it overflow

Why dont they make one for males?

Can you put a diaper over the purewick