This piece has been reviewed for accuracy by Allison Pullen, Urology Sales Manager.
Incontinence is a common condition that affects many adults. It can be embarrassing and uncomfortable. However, solutions like adult protective underwear, also called pull-ups, can help control leakage and keep you dry throughout the day.
In this guide, we’ll help you understand which factors to consider when selecting protective underwear. You can also quickly and easily check to see if you or your loved one qualifies for insurance-covered protective underwear so you can have it discreetly shipped to your house for free.
Discover the adult protective underwear available through your insurance.
Adult protective underwear, also known as incontinence underwear or adult pull-ons, are incontinence products designed for adults with moderate to heavy bladder leakage.
These discreet pull-up-style underwear are made to look and feel like regular underwear for men and women and come in various styles, sizes, and absorbencies.
Adult protective underwear are excellent for men and women who want a protective yet discreet product that looks and feels like regular underwear.
Adult pull-ups come with several features that make them an ideal choice for people who require moderate leakage protection.
Adult incontinence underwear for women are often used by women who experience urinary incontinence due to menopause or aging, as well as women who are recovering from childbirth or surgery. These discreet protective underwear are designed to look and feel like traditional women’s underwear.
Protective underwear is commonly used by men who have urinary incontinence due to aging, prostate problems, or prostate surgery. Pull-ups for adult men are discreet, pull-up style products that feature designs made to resemble regular underwear.
These absorbent pull-ons for adults are suitable for both men and women. They pull up like regular underwear and have an elastic waistband for ultimate comfort.
Adult pull-ons are excellent choices for those with moderate to heavy urinary incontinence or lighter bowel incontinence. They’re absorbent enough to wear overnight, yet discreet enough to wear under clothing without feeling bulky. Use these questions to determine whether adult protective underwear is right for you or your loved one.
Finding the right size is critical when choosing pull-ups for adults. Your product should fit comfortably around your body and not be too tight around your legs or waist. If the sizing isn’t right, you may experience leakage or skin irritation.
You can find your adult protective underwear size on our Sizing Guide page using your height and weight.
Each size of adult pull-on comes with the absorbency level you choose; the absorbency level does not increase when you go up a product size, and it does not decrease when you drop down a size.
To prevent urinary tract infections (UTIs) and other skin irritations, like diaper rash, you should change your or your loved one’s protective underwear as soon as you can recognize that you’ve had an accident. This is especially true for bowel incontinence accidents.
Wearing two incontinence products, such as protective underwear and a bladder control pad, won’t make them more absorbent. In fact, it can have the opposite effect, trapping more moisture around your body, as protective products have moisture-proof backings that trap wetness.
TENA is the number 1 adult incontinence brand. The company has over 60 years of experience designing incontinence products and they offer a variety of bladder and bowel care products, including adult diapers, bladder control pads, and adult protective underwear.
Tena ProSkin Protective Underwear for Men is made for the male anatomy. These discreet and absorbent underwear come in a light gray color to resemble traditional undergarments. They offer leakage and odor protection with the super-absorbent polymers that also lock away moisture to leave men feeling confident during their days.
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Prevail incontinence products are made for those with bladder and bowel incontinence. Their products are designed with comfort, skin health, absorbency, and discretion in mind. Prevail has a wide variety of incontinence care products, such as bladder control pads, adult protective underwear, and adult briefs.
Prevail Per-fit Daily Underwear for Women are designed for the female body. They feature a form-fitting shape that’s comfortable for all-day wear. These female underwear are made with breathable fabric that locks away wetness to promote skin health.
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Prevail Overnight Underwear is a unisex pull-on protective underwear for those who need overnight or extended leakage protection. Equipped with maximum absorbency, this product is an excellent choice to help manage overnight leakage.
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Private health insurance includes any company that is not based on state or federal government health coverage, such as Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Healthcare, Cigna, etc. Private insurance plans vary in terms of adult pull-on coverage. Some companies may reimburse for protective underwear, while others may not. Even companies that offer coverage may have monthly restrictions on incontinence supplies.
For those enrolled in Medicaid or Medicaid-managed care plans, coverage for adult protective underwear will vary by your specific insurance plan and the state you live in. Since Medicaid is run by the government and individual states, each state has different insurance plans with its own requirements and guidelines for incontinence supply coverage.
To determine if your or your loved one’s insurance plan covers adult protective underwear, complete our Eligibility Form.
At Aeroflow Urology, we know that protective underwear is a medical necessity for those living with incontinence. We also know that these products shouldn’t cost you money out of pocket.
That’s why we help you quickly and easily determine if you can get your or your loved one’s protective underwear or other incontinence products 100% covered by Medicaid.
Getting adult pull-ons covered by Medicaid couldn’t be easier and it all happens in four simple steps!
We offer other incontinence products that may be covered by Medicaid, including:
Disclaimer
*Medicaid coverage varies by state. Submitting your info is not a guarantee of benefit.
