The Bladder Blog

Welcome to DFree's Bladder Blog, a shared space to learn more on all things related to your bladder health, urinary incontinence, pelvic floor and more. Plus  we also add exciting updates on the DFree®.

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July 25, 2023
What Are the Benefits of Minimally Invasive Incontinence Treatment?
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Team DFree
Sylvia M. Olsen

Urinary incontinence can significantly impact one's quality of life, affecting confidence, social interactions, and overall well-being. Fortunately, advancements in medical technology have paved the way for minimally invasive treatment options that offer remarkable benefits for individuals seeking r

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December 11, 2019
Why do I have a sudden urge to urinate?
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Team DFree

There a few different reasons you might experience incontinence

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December 11, 2019
When Kegel exercises don't work for post-pregnancy incontinence
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Team DFree

Pregnancy might cause bladder leaks – here’s what you can do

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November 7, 2019
How do I take care of a parent with urinary incontinence?
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Team DFree

Here are a few things to keep in mind before family visits for the holidays

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November 7, 2019
Travelling with urinary incontinence
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Team DFree

Avoid anxiety by preparing for the holiday trip ahead

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A new way to manage bladder control
October 10, 2019
How to avoid sudden loss of bladder control
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Team DFree

Ultrasound device gives people control, dignity

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innovative overactive bladder treatment wins awards
September 23, 2019
Ultrasound proving to be effective overactive bladder treatment
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Team DFree

DFree is an award-winning treatment option gaining attention

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timing restroom visits key for incontinence and menopause
September 23, 2019
Incontinence and menopause
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Team DFree

Does menopause and perimenopause lead to bladder problems?

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August 30, 2019
Incontinence support is key to good homecare
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Team DFree

Incontinence is one of the main causes for institutionalization

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August 29, 2019
A reliable new non-pharma, non-surgical treatment for incontinence
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Team DFree

Behavioural therapies more effective than drugs for incontinence

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August 27, 2019
Ultrasound is a true breakthrough for urinary incontinence
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Team DFree

Innovative wearable technology is a new incontinence treatment

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July 29, 2019
Incontinence care needs to shift away from “cleaning up after accidents”
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Team DFree

Focus on patient-centered care model to manage incontinence, say Canadian researchers

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July 23, 2019
Best exercises for stress incontinence
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Team DFree

Kegels and yoga can be very effective in strengthening your pelvic floor muscles

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July 23, 2019
Is there an app for your bladder?
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Team DFree

Various apps can help you manage incontinence

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July 16, 2019
I don’t want to wear adult diapers
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Team DFree

What are the options?

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July 1, 2019
How to make incontinence an easy conversation
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Team DFree

Over 33 million Americans suffer from incontinence. Even though the condition is very common, it is never discussed ‘openly’ enough.

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June 4, 2019
Potty Talk - Managing your child’s potty issue
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Team DFree

“Once your child reaches that magical stage of potty training around the age of 3, potty talk becomes a thing of the past. Except for when it doesn’t.”

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March 14, 2019
Event Spotlight: Team DFree US goes to CES 2019
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Team DFree

We were excited to showcase at CES® 2019, the world's gathering place for all who thrive on the business of consumer technologies.

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February 7, 2019
Introducing the DFree® Rental Program
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Team DFree

If you haven’t heard about it already, we’ve recently launched a new rental program for the DFree.

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December 17, 2018
Holidays and Incontinence
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Team DFree

The holiday season is upon us. With your social calendar filling up with family and friends, there is one thing on your mind - managing your incontinence for the holidays.

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November 28, 2018
My Career as a Toileting Specialist
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Team DFree
Dr. Brandy Archie

So that's not my real title, I’m actually an occupational therapist (OT). But so much of what I do hovers around the bathroom that one time a patient dubbed me a toilet specialist!

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November 20, 2018
Knowing and living with Incontinence
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Team DFree

Did you know, over 25 million Americans suffer from urinary incontinence. With an issue that’s so common, there is little visibility around the term - ‘incontinence’.‍

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November 19, 2018
Preventing UTIs with bladder control
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Team DFree

Senior Living - Urinary Incontinence and UTIs - how are they related? asdfasdfasdf

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November 1, 2018
Getting the most of your DFree
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Team DFree

Congrats! It’s Bladder Health Month and you are now in the DFree club. Now that you have your personal toilet time predicting device...

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