Articles and Webinars
Whether you are a carer, a specialist, or completely new to continence care, Wellspect Education provides learning resources for your level of expertise
Whether you are a carer, a specialist, or completely new to continence care, Wellspect Education provides learning resources for your level of expertise
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For those who rely on intermittent catheterization, minimizing discomfort is a key concern. This short video explores the science behind a smoother catheterization experience.
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In this informative short video (approx. 5 minutes), Susanne Vahr, a registered nurse and senior researcher with nearly 30 years of experience in urology, dives deep into the complexities of urinary tract infections (UTIs).
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This study provides valuable insights into the experiences of individuals undergoing IC that optimize patient care and support.
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In this article we sum up the key findings and recommendations of a 2023 study by Bauer et al. which explores intermittent catheterization (IC) by children and adolescent in school settings.
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In this article you will get the perspective from an individual with a SCI on the management of his bladder and bowel after the injury.
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Bev Collins, Clinical nurse lead, Wellspect, explains what Autonomic Dysreflexia (AD) is, talks through some of the main causes or triggers of this syndrome and what the symptoms of AD are.
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The traditional view of urine sterility has been challenged by the discovery of the urinary microbiome, meaning a mix of bacteria and microorganisms within the urinary tract. This unique relationship between microbes and humans is still not fully understood but has gained a lot of attention in clinical research in the last decade.
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Debbie Green, spinal cord injury specialist lead, SIA, addresses some of the issues facing someone with a spinal injury with their bladder and bowel care.
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Learn more about what cauda equina syndrome is, its effects on bladder and bowel, and how to manage bladder and bowel symptoms in cauda equina.
In this publication highlight you can read about the identification, assessment, and treatment of urinary incontinence and bowel control issues.
Keeping up-to-date and determining the veracity of scientific articles and clinical studies can be overwhelming, so we’ve put together a checklist to help you.
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Prolapse means "to fall out of place". Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) occurs when the vaginal walls, uterus, or both lose their normal support and fall out of place. Other nearby pelvic organs, such as the bladder or bowel, may be involved and also ‘drop’ from their normal position in the body. Cystocele is the most common type of POP.