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Urinary Causes & Treatments
Urinary Causes & Treatments
February 11, 2019

Urinary Causes & Treatments

Urinary incontinence is the inability of controlling one’s bladder. The involuntary leakage of urine is...
Save Our Soles: The Compression Sock Revolution
Save Our Soles: The Compression Sock Revolution
September 13, 2017

Save Our Soles: The Compression Sock Revolution

It wasn’t long ago when you’d hear the words “compression socks” and think “boring,” “uncomfortable,”...
What's in a Name?
What's in a Name?
August 8, 2017

What's in a Name?

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The Creams of the Crop
The Creams of the Crop
July 13, 2017

The Creams of the Crop

One of the unpleasant and unfortunate side effects of incontinence is red, chapped skin, also...
BioFlex Laser User Review
BioFlex Laser User Review
June 22, 2017

BioFlex Laser User Review

Pain Pain go away. Do not come back another day!I have been suffering chronic foot...
Fecal Incontinence: The #1 Answers for Your #2 Problem
Fecal Incontinence: The #1 Answers for Your #2 Problem
October 20, 2016

Fecal Incontinence: The #1 Answers for Your #2 Problem

Let's tackle a fundamental issue for seniors - bowel incontinence. Many people are behind in...
ODSP Incontinence Supplies & Direct Pay - What You Need to Know
ODSP Incontinence Supplies & Direct Pay - What You Need to Know
July 4, 2016

ODSP Incontinence Supplies & Direct Pay - What You Need to Know

ODSP Beneficiaries across Ontario have been receiving letters the past few weeks, letting them know...
What happens if Canada Post goes on strike?
What happens if Canada Post goes on strike?
June 23, 2016

What happens if Canada Post goes on strike?

Effective July 2nd, Canada Post parcel service may be disrupted or halted due to a...
The Elephant in the Room: ABDLs
The Elephant in the Room: ABDLs
March 4, 2016

The Elephant in the Room: ABDLs

Very early on after launching www.Healthwick.ca, one of our customer care reps turned to me...
Rate of Acquisition in Incontinence Products
Rate of Acquisition in Incontinence Products
January 8, 2016

Rate of Acquisition in Incontinence Products

As you know, we're a little bit nerdy when it comes to incontinence products. We...
The Science of Super Absorbent Polymers
The Science of Super Absorbent Polymers
December 16, 2015

The Science of Super Absorbent Polymers

Go ahead and call us geeks, but the team here at Healthwick loves playing with...
Take a Breath: Plastic- vs Cloth-Backed Briefs
Take a Breath: Plastic- vs Cloth-Backed Briefs
November 30, 2015

Take a Breath: Plastic- vs Cloth-Backed Briefs

"Do you have any plastic-backed adult diapers?"Starting today, the Healthwick call centre team is going...
Why do we still call them "adult diapers"?
Why do we still call them "adult diapers"?
September 9, 2015

Why do we still call them "adult diapers"?

Healthwick closely aligns itself with many clinical and research-based groups, including the Canadian Nurse Continence...
Incontinence Product Commercials: Funny or Cringe-worthy?
Incontinence Product Commercials: Funny or Cringe-worthy?
March 18, 2015

Incontinence Product Commercials: Funny or Cringe-worthy?

Let's be frank; talking about incontinence isn't easy. It's a sensitive, highly personal, and often...
50% of Seniors Are Incontinent - US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
50% of Seniors Are Incontinent - US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
March 17, 2015

50% of Seniors Are Incontinent - US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

It used to be a common statistic that 1 in 3 elderly people experienced in...
Pelvic Floor Incontinence Physiotherapy Now Provided in Downtown Toronto
Pelvic Floor Incontinence Physiotherapy Now Provided in Downtown Toronto
July 2, 2014

Pelvic Floor Incontinence Physiotherapy Now Provided in Downtown Toronto

Ace Physio is now providing Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy for the 1 in 4 Canadian females...
10 Things That Can Make Your Incontinence Worse
10 Things That Can Make Your Incontinence Worse
June 2, 2014

10 Things That Can Make Your Incontinence Worse

Do you suffer from incontinence? You can cut down on symptoms by changing what you...
Training Can Help Moms Run without Fear After Pregnancy
Training Can Help Moms Run without Fear After Pregnancy
May 12, 2014

Training Can Help Moms Run without Fear After Pregnancy

They just want to be able jog and not pee in their pants. As more...
Jellyfish Transformed Into Super Absorbent Diapers
Jellyfish Transformed Into Super Absorbent Diapers
April 14, 2014

Jellyfish Transformed Into Super Absorbent Diapers

A new method of transforming jellyfish into biodegradable "super-absorbers" suitable for use in diapers, sponges,...
Botox Injections to Manage Incontinence
Botox Injections to Manage Incontinence
April 1, 2014

Botox Injections to Manage Incontinence

Most people think Botox is a tool for plastic surgeons, and not urologists. But the...