Getting Started with Intermittent Catheterization (IC)
New to IC? We've compiled useful resources for people who are just getting started with intermittent catheterization.
New to IC? We've compiled useful resources for people who are just getting started with intermittent catheterization.

Explore these articles to learn the basics about intermittent catheterization (IC) and build a strong foundation for successful bladder management.
Intermittent Catheterization (IC) is the next best way to urinate, the way that mostly mimics the natural way of urinating. In this section you can watch animations to understand the whole procedure of IC, download catheterization instructions and more.

Each person is unique, consequently there is not just one answer on how to best learn to perform IC. Here we explore the different options.

What are the different types of urinary catheters? Here we explain the difference between indwelling catheters, intermittent catheters and hydrophilic vs non-hydrophilic catheters.

When you're new to catheterization, it makes sense to know what makes one catheter more right for you than another. Here we explore how to choose the right catheter for you.

By learning how self-catheterization can support you, you will be able to continue to live your life to the fullest. Here are some tips and tricks for IC.

Learn the basics of bladder management with the help of these informative articles
Here we look at the importance of female bladder health and the reasons women are more prone than men to get UTIs.

We have a vision. All men with bladder problems should be able to improve their quality of life. Intermittent Catheterization (IC) is a great solution for many symptoms and diagnoses, and it doesn’t involve medication or surgery.

Children will need to use a catheter to pee if they are not able to do so by themselves. Here we explore the options.

Not all urinary issues are the same, and some, like incontinence and urinary tract infections (UTIs), are more common than you may think. But there are many treatment options available.

What are the three most common female bladder problems? Keep reading to learn more about these conditions.

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This video provides an overview of intermittent catheterization (IC) for women, a method for managing bladder drainage. It explores the benefits of IC and highlights the importance of proper technique and equipment selection.

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This video offers a brief introduction to intermittent catheterization (IC) for men - a method for managing bladder emptying issues. It covers the benefits, who can use it, and getting started.

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