I recently was introduced to purewick when I hospitalized when I had a stroke.. and I highly highly recommend it
@RoseMaryBowen
Жыл бұрын
I've been using the Purewick system for 2 years now. I am essentially bed bound due to multiple sclerosis for nearly 40 years. My biggest complaint is the cost of Purewick supplies. I've called Medicare many times in the last 2 years to see why they do not reimburse for this life-changing device. Medicare says that they cover ALL medical supplies that are medically necessary as ordered by a medical provider EXCEPT Purewick! I've tried calling agencies that advocate for disabled and seniors, but no one really helps. What can I do to change the minds of Medicare committees who make these decisions? I'm willing to call or write whomever has the power to really help me and countless other individuals regarding our needs in this area. Any suggestions would be great.
@niania7022
11 ай бұрын
I also got the same response. No one seems interested at all when it comes to elderly women.
@HelenTracey-k9p
10 күн бұрын
@@niania7022yes i agree to expensive i use it saves me having to lay in a wet bed
@dianavasquez3295
8 ай бұрын
My questions what causes the pump to make an explosive noise when the catheter is positioned? Also what is the best way to allow the urine to pass thru the cable into the collection canister after the catheter has been placed. On the floor or suspended?
@MrErinholbert
2 ай бұрын
Why is my hospital turning the suction to 125mmHg? The higher suction feels awful
@wb8cxo
Жыл бұрын
4:49 power cord not plugged in. Yes, some units have batteries but this thing should have been making some kinda noise, The one we have does.
@war_danc3r852
9 ай бұрын
its not the machine itself that is noisy when its running, its the dripping of the urine into the catch basin that can get noisy or loud - and in a family or visitation setting can be embarrassing to the user.
@selomberhane2478
Жыл бұрын
Hoping to find a not too loud, suction machine
@jcisking9622
Жыл бұрын
Thank youuuuu!!!!
@jayzmom09
10 ай бұрын
He didn’t address leakage 😢
@JCLinMD
10 ай бұрын
Leakage?
@bkizers
Жыл бұрын
I noticed the Hospital uses double to triple the vacuum, Hospitals seem to work better than the one we have at home, where can I buy a better pump
@lorieatkins1788
Жыл бұрын
Hospitals do not use the purewick suction machine. They connect the catheters to their "wall suction." The same suction they use for oral airway suction and N/G tubes. So, the suction apparatus they use is different than what you use at home. They can adjust the suction from low to medium to high suction.
@fabjackpal941
Жыл бұрын
I agree the succion/vacuum on the purewick system is not strong as the obe in the hospital. Where can I buy a stronger motor/vacuumm
@pauljs75
Жыл бұрын
@@fabjackpal941 I'd say the core component of the suction apparatus is a glorified aquarium pump, but configured for drawing a vacuum instead of blowing air. It might be possible to find a diaphragm pump with a higher flow or vacuum draw rating. Those will be reliable, however in the case of the official unit it gets a 10X mark-up for being a medical device with all the QA it supposedly has.
@cuppatea4466
Жыл бұрын
I have the Purewick system and it is LOUD. Maybe some of the machines are just loud and some are not. I wish mine was silent like the one in this video! Also I find that using a poise pad directly under the wick helps a lot because the wick doesn’t always absorb all the urine no matter how well it is placed, plus the suction is quite weak compared to the suction in hospital room units.
@roselee4412
Жыл бұрын
I also use a pad under my wick and a chuck . My catheter is loud also and I successfully washed and reused my catheter ❤
@stevenhughesjr3207
24 күн бұрын
You can Go to the pet store and ask for the aquatic hose if you are looking to change the suction hose, just take the hose with you to the pet shop into the fishing department where they have those type of hoses
@thepalettewhispererasmr1227
2 жыл бұрын
I have just started using these with pts in the ED and when used properly...they are AMAZING! (TIP: for men with inverted penis', or VERY small anatomy they work well too)
@niania7022
11 ай бұрын
Can I sleep in my recliner using the purewick system? Last night was my first night using it and it did leak some but I don’t think it was because of the unit. I think I didn’t place it as securely as I should have. However, even if it only captures half of the urine I would be happy. Love this device but hope it holds up because it is really expensive. I’m going to be glad when the patent runs out so there’s some competition in pricing.
@Bobbychildree
6 ай бұрын
It seemed to work well in the hospital for my mother in law, but we bought the BD system when we brought her home and have not had any success at all at home. Her urine just seems to bypass the BD wicks completely. The most success we had in 2 weeks of use was 100cc one night. The noise level of the BD pump is almost zero and the pump will evacuate a glassful of water in about 10 seconds, so it’s obviously not the fault of the pump. We are mystified.
@JCLinMD
6 ай бұрын
Join the Facebook Group and you'll likely find your answer.
@richardwright2461
Жыл бұрын
We can hardly hear ovet th hum of our AC power unit.
@zhoubroadwell8574
9 ай бұрын
How do people reuse the catheter? Can it stay on for 24 hours? 🙏
@southfloridapropertysisters
Жыл бұрын
Help!!!I accidentally flushed the elbow connector piece down the toilet this morning I need a spare piece until BD sends me the accessory kit. Anyone know where I can buy one?
@walidaddas
5 ай бұрын
Can pure wick be used in overseas countries where electrical volt supply is 220 volts?
@annehaddad4093
Жыл бұрын
Can you make any suggestions to help with patients that are non compliant in trying to place device.
@5Bazile5
Жыл бұрын
Mine is really loud. I wonder if it’s because I got the back battery.
@mmthemouse1
2 ай бұрын
I have the battery pack and it is very quiet!! The only time there is noise is if the lid is not on tight, the tubing not on tight, or not in properly between the legs. You should also clean the lid of the machine. Rinse oit the urine that gets into the blue top portion. We do that everytime the cup is emptied.
@cindytate6415
3 ай бұрын
How do I get one
@JCLinMD
3 ай бұрын
www.purewickathome.com/
@ansnfbsknanssshshbsnsndnd5438
Жыл бұрын
Can you put a diaper over the purewick
@JCLinMD
Жыл бұрын
Yes.
@LatashaCM
Жыл бұрын
I fold a sheet and put it on it.
@cuppatea4466
Жыл бұрын
I put a poise pad right under the purewick
@DorothyWolf-zz6oz
7 ай бұрын
Does it overflow
@JCLinMD
7 ай бұрын
Not if you empty it regularly.
@leeabraham2008
Жыл бұрын
How can I order this Purick catheter catheter
@JCLinMD
Жыл бұрын
www.purewickathome.com/all-products
@leeabraham2008
Жыл бұрын
How do I order the Purick catheter
@JCLinMD
Жыл бұрын
www.purewickathome.com/all-products
@walidaddas
5 ай бұрын
Is battery powered pure wick available ?
@JCLinMD
5 ай бұрын
Yes!
@mm77curly
8 ай бұрын
Why dont they make one for males?
@JoanneDaniels-Finegold
8 ай бұрын
They do. Check the website
@AnnaByers-zh7fe
Жыл бұрын
Where can I order this pur wick or the number
@JCLinMD
Жыл бұрын
See video description.
@vickinosek5970
Жыл бұрын
are the UTI less with the pure wick?
@JCLinMD
Жыл бұрын
Not soaking in urine may help decrease UTIs as well as skin breakdown.
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