Kylie Bed Pad - washable and reusable bed pads for continence care

An overview of “kylie” bed pads including key features and benefits

Kylie® is the brand name of a range of incontinence products produced by Capatex Medical, a division of Capatex Ltd.

Capatex have been producing medical textiles in the UK for over 15 years and have recently re-launched the Kylie® range.

Best known for their bed pads the term “kylie” is often used generically to describe washable bed pads used to protect the sheet and mattress against incontinence leakage.

Features of a “kylie”:

The key features of a “kylie”can be summarised as follows;

• Quilted upper layer that absorbs up to 4 litres of liquid
• Waterproof backing
• Typically placed on a bed under the person to protect the bed from potential leakage
• Positioned on top of the sheet, which saves the work of stripping the bed and washing sheets

A “kylie” is used to protect the sheets:

• Against leakage from a body worn incontinence pad
• During pad changes
• During a catheter change
• When a body worn incontinence pad is unsuitable

How do Kylie’s work?

“Kylie’s” have a stay dry, one way top layer allows liquid to pass quickly through to the absorbent layer where it is kept away from the user allowing a comfortable nights sleep.
Branded Kylie® bed pads feature 5-layer Bed Pad Technology.

Kylie bed sheets can be washed up to 200 times without losing their effectiveness and absorbency.

For more information on “Kylie” Bed Pads or to make a purchase call Home and Medical on 08000 35 35 88 or Click Here

Kylie Bed Pads - Absorb up to 4 litres of liquid

Re-usable and Washable – Features the Kylie 5-layer Bed Pad Technology

Kylie re-usable and washable absorbent bed pads are for use either as direct bed or furniture protection or additional protection when other body worn incontinence products are used.

Recommended for use with mattress protection the stay-dry surface wicks away the moisture for user-comfort and has a waterproof backing to protect the bed.

Kylie Bed Pads are available in a range of sizes and now in to colours Kylie Pink And Kylie Blue. The Kylie bed pads will absorb up to 4 litres of moisture.

Kylie bed sheets can be washed up to 200 times without losing their effectiveness and absorbency … and every Kylie bed pad is finished with tuck-in flaps for a secure fit to the bed.

Kylie Kylie absorbent chair pads are specially designed to look and feel like a regular seat cover and will absorb up to 1 litre of moisture.

For more information on Kylie Bed Pads or Kylie Chair beds click here or call Home and Medical on 08000 35 35 88.

Kanga Incontinence Pouch Pants - click image for more details

Kanga Incontinence Pouch Pants for use with Disposable Insert Pads

Kanga® Pants feature a discreet, externally fitted waterproof marsupial pouch to hold Kanga® insert pads and have both elasticated waist and legs to ensure a comfortable, individual fit. 

Kanga Pouch Pants are a range of underwear that accommodates marsupial (removable) pads that can be easily adjusted or replaced as required

Features & Benefits

• The pad absorbency can be varied according to the wearer’s requirements which may vary throughout the day
• The special waterproof material used integrally in the pouch is rustle-free to avoid unnecessary embarrassment or discomfort
• The stay-dry layer next to the skin is breathable and enhances user comfort
• One way knitted liner separates wearer from pad reduces risk of rashes and soreness
• Can be washed up to 200 times
• Made from 100% cotton

For use with Kanga Midi and Maxi disposable insert pads.

For more information on Kanga pouch pants and insert pads click here or call Home and Medical on Freephone 08000 35 35 88

Kylie Washable Underwear - click on image for more details

Home and Medical are pleased to announce that they are now stocking the best selling Kylie and Kanga branded incontinence products.

The ranges now on offer include the following;

Kylie Washable Absorbent Underwear

Kanga Marsupial Pouch Underwear

Kylie Bed Protection Products

Kylie Chair Pads

All Kylie and Kanga products are manufactured in the UK

To order any of these products call Home and Medical on 08000 35 35 88 or click here to order on line.

Automatic Pill Dispensers - click here for more details

Pill Dispensers Evidence Base

3-4% of UK hospital admissions are thought to be as a direct result of avoidable medicine-related illness, including failing to take the correct medication at the correct time.

People with dementia or learning disabilities are at a particular risk of this.

Pill dispensers have been shown in a West Midlands Automated Pill Dispenser Trial (July 2009-March 2011) to have produced a measurable decrease in GP visits, hospital admissions, care packages, ambulance call outs and respite care. They have seen a return of £19.50 for every £1 they invested.

Automatic pill dispensers are the ideal solution for people who have to take pills regularly but have difficulty remembering or identifying the correct medication to take.

For more information on Automatic pill dispensers click here.

Dementia care products for sensory stimulation

New Dementia Care Products

Sensory stimulation has been shown to reduce the level of agitation and restessness in people with dementia and improve sleep patterns.

Research has found (Baker et al, 2001, British Journal of Psychiatry) that after a multi sensory session people with dementia talked more spontaneously, increased their activity levels, apppeared happier and their mood and behaviour levels changed.

For more information on remininiscence, music and sensory stimulation products – click here

Long Range Safety Alert Pager for Dementia Suffers - click image for more details

Pager alerts a carer to the need for help within 400metres.

When caring for someone with dementia it is important to get a balance between their independence and their safety at home. The use of an alarm can reassure a carer and ensures that they can be contacted in the event of an emergency.

This simple solution enables  someone to alert his or her carer if needed via a push button pendant that will will send a message to the pocket pager. The pendant has a confirm transmission light and extended operating range of up to 400metres.

Pager displays a default HELP message or a customised message of up to 40 characters. 

For more information on this or other dementia care products click here or call Home and Medical on Freephone 08000  35 35 88

Euron Wing Belted Incontinence Pads - click image for more details

Euron Wings Belted Incontinence Pads Promote Independence

Euron Wings is an incontinence pad with easy belt. Its unique shape enables you to put on the pad by yourself, thereby promoting your independence.

This latest generation of incontinence pads has been specially developed for people, both women and men, with moderate to very heavy incontinence.

Euron Wings is extremely easy to put on thanks to the easy belt with Velcro fastener. The elastic waist at the front and back provides a perfect fit.

Call Home and Medical on Freephone 0800 035 3588 or click here to purchase

X Fold Rollator

Compact Rollators with “Double Fold” Mechanism

A new breed of folding four wheeled walking aids has been introduced that have been specifically designed for transportation and storage.

These walking aids feature an innovative “double fold” mechanism that allows them to pack down into a small space.

These portable rollators fold with ease making it ideal for a user who travels by car, bus or mobility scooter frequently or those who need to fold the walking aid away on a daily basis. As these walkers are so light, once folded they can be lifted in to a boot or luggage rack very easily. When your journey is over, its equally simple to unfold the rollator ready for use.

There are currently 3 walkers of this type available

The X-Fold Folding Rollator

The ZT-UK Walker

Compact Easy Rollator

For more information on these new folding rollators click here

Invacare Dolomite Jazz Lightweight Rollator - click image for more details

Special edition lightweight folding aluminium rollator with backrest as standard

The Invacare Dolomite Jazz Lightweight rollator combines modern design features with exceptional functionality. Adjustment in the height and handles combined with a built-in brake system provide stability, comfort and safety for a wide range of users. Folds simply into a compact, upright position allowing for easy storage. The spacious basket is made of a durable, flexible material that collapses as the rollator folds. The user friendly brake system is integrated into the frame ensuring a sleek design.

With easily adjustable handles that can be set in precisely the right position for the user. The brakes are lockable an the handgrips are moulded for anatomical comfort.

This rollator has a 21 stone weight limit.

For more details on the Invacare Dolomite Rollator or to purchase please click on this link