Imagine this: A device that helps you know exactly when to go to the bathroom.  It has been noticed that urinary incontinence is a big issue for lots of adults. It affects a person’s ability to maintain good hygiene and personal health.  The good news is, a new technology might be able to help solve this problem.

    Recently, wearable technology has been used to assist those suffering from urinary incontinence.  One specific piece of technology was created to help people and children.  It is the TENA SmartCare Bladder Sensor, a small device that detects bladder activity. This new device is intended for users who have a BMI less than 25kg/m2.

    People who have urinary incontinence want to be able to anticipate when they will need to use the restroom. This new device, the TENA SmartCare Bladder Sensor, is designed to help do that. How does it work? It tracks when a person’s bladder is full and lets them know it is time to go in a subtle way.

   The purpose of the first big study about this device was to see if it actually worked as advertised.  Participants used the sensor and evaluated how well it detected bladder fullness before they had to go. The users gave feedback on real-life performance, safety, and how easy the device was to use.  They also provided insights on how the device affected the quality of their lives.  It is important to ask the question if the device will make the quality of life better for users.  The success of the device was measured by comparing the median bladder detection rate to an 85% threshold.  If the detection rate during the test was greater than 85%, then the device is a big success!

    TENA SmartCare Bladder Sensor is a major leap forward in helping people manage urinary incontinence.  People who need to use a smartphone, an Apple Watch, or other mobile devices can expect to be notified by clever technology that can help improve their quality of life. Some questions still remain on how effective it actually is.  It is true that people are excited to have the latest gadgets available, but the technology will work best when it helps to make life easier for people.

    Urinary incontinence can be a real pain, both physically and emotionally. The TENA SmartCare Bladder Sensor is a new solution for managing this issue. Technology like this could really change the lives of the millions of people dealing with urinary incontinence. It is exciting to see this come to pass.  But in the end, does the Bluetooth device work?  That is if it will change the lives of the many people in the world?

Smart Technology Helps With Urinary Woes

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