Just like with any item of clothing, knowing how to choose the right adult diaper size is vital to ensure comfort and effectiveness. We want to make sure you get the information you need, so here’s a summary of what this guide will cover.
Key Takeaways:
- Adult diapers are designed to bring comfort and dignity to those living with incontinence and are one of the top solutions recommended by health and wellness professionals.
- Finding the right diaper size for your body shape is crucial to avoid leaks, rashes, and general discomfort.
- You can browse adult diapers with tabs and Adult pants diaper on the Jieya website, in sizes ranging from Medium to X-Large.
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- Why the right diaper size matters
- What happens if a diaper is too tight?
- Tearing and breaks
- Allergic reactions
- Ongoing skin problems
- Blood flow restriction
- How to tell if a diaper is too small
- What happens if a diaper is too big?
- Not discreet
- Leaks
- Skin irritation
- How to tell if a diaper is loose
- Misconceptions about diaper sizes
- Features & types of adult diapers
- Diaper “briefs”
- Bariatric briefs
- Pull-up diapers
- Leg gathers
- Chemical additions & fragrances
- How do diaper sizes work?
- How to measure yourself for the right diaper size
- What if you’re struggling to measure yourself?
- Selecting the best diaper size for your body
Why the right diaper size matters
Selecting the right diaper size can be confusing, but it’s not just about comfort. If you or a loved one needs to wear diapers day-to-day, choosing an option too big or too small can cause an array of issues, both with diaper function and overall health.
What happens if a diaper is too tight?
Tearing and breaks
Diapers that are too small are at risk of tearing. Usually, tears occur around the legs or waist, which leads to leakage. If the tear or break is severe enough, it may cut into the wearer’s skin, making the product unreliable and even dangerous for the wearer. If the tabs on your loved one’s diaper are tearing as you put it on, your product may be too small (or, you may be pulling the tab too tightly).
Allergic reactions
Overly tight-fitting diapers will sit too close to the skin, which may increase the chances of allergic skin reactions from any fragrances or dyes within the diaper material.
Ongoing skin problems
The most common issue with adult incontinence is the risk of diaper rash. Tight-fitting diapers can chafe and are likely to trap moisture and heat, which may irritate or damage skin. Unfortunately, diaper rash and sores are often a result of this avoidable issue.
Blood flow restriction
Wearing diapers that are too small can disrupt blood flow and cause significant discomfort, particularly for men. Restricted blood flow can lead to tingling, numbness, or muscle cramps. Continuing to use tight diaper sizes may result in nerve or tissue damage and other serious health complications.
How to tell if a diaper is too small
A diaper that makes indentations around the legs or waist could be a sign that you need to go up a size. If you spot redness around the groin area, that could also indicate a product that’s too tight. That said, for diapers with tabs, you should check to see if you can make adjustments before changing size.
If you have to wear a tighter-fitting diaper in the short-term, it’s wise to use over-the-counter creams to avoid rashes and air out the affected areas regularly, which can help avoid moisture or bacteria build-up.
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What happens if a diaper is too big?
Not discreet
The extra material from a diaper that’s too big has to go somewhere, and normally it’s around the buttocks. You may also find that the waist tends to sag, which leads to problems with diaper movement and can cause rustling sounds.
Leaks
The biggest issue with wearing diapers that are too big is leakage. If a diaper isn’t secure around the leg opening, there is a high chance that fluids will leak out of the sides. For loved ones that are bed-bound, you may also experience leaks around the waistband. Even if the diaper has a high absorption feature, it’s only effective if the liquid doesn’t leak and is fully absorbed by the material.
Skin irritation
When extra material gathers in bunches, skin irritation or scratches can happen, especially around the waist. In addition, bunching around the legs can cause the material to pinch the skin, which may lead to chafing or sores. If you’re experiencing redness or rashes around the inner thigh, that’s also an indicator that you may be in a product that’s too large.
How to tell If a diaper Is loose
The most obvious sign that a diaper is too loose is when the diaper visibly protrudes from your clothes, or if you end up with a lot of bunched material around your legs or waist. A great fitting diaper with tabs will have the core resting against the body (if the core of the product is sagging, incontinence will not absorb and you will likely experience leaks). For tab-style products, the tabs should rest on the front of the hips – if you need to pull the tabs tightly and fasten them in the middle of the abdomen, they’re too loose. The best strategy to avoid this is to scale down a size or two, so you get a better diaper fit that can absorb liquids properly.
One thing to know about larger diaper sizes…It’s important to note that a larger size does not mean a more absorbent product. The best way to prevent leaks is to choose the best size for your needs.
Post time: Nov-30-2021
