What Are Shaped Insert Pads?

Shaped insert pads, also called insert pads are large disposable pads designed to manage heavy incontinence with options available for faecal incontinence. They require close fitting underwear or fix pants to help keep them in place as they do not have sticky tabs or an adhesive backing.

Shaped insert pads are commonly thought as a less absorbent all in one slip but without the wings and sticky tabs hence the need for a fixation pant. They usually feature leak guards, a wetness indicator and odour control. They benefit from being easy to change, discreet and come in a variety of sizes and shapes to suit every body type and need.

Some shaped insert pads are smaller than others but they aren't to be confused with light insert pads or shields that are considerably smaller and far less absorbent.

Quick Facts

  • Designed for heavy incontinence
  • Options available for faecal incontinence
  • To be worn with fixation pants (A)
  • Suitable for all genders
  • Often feature odour control
  • Built in leak guards (B)
  • Typically cloth backed with a wetness indicator
  • A range of sizes and absorbencies
  • Not to be confused with light insert pads or shields
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Frequently Asked Questions

What pad holds the most urine?

What pad holds the most urine?

The amount of urine a pad will hold depends on the size and quality of the product. At Incontinence Shop, the most absorbent pads come from TENA:

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Can an incontinence pad hold a full pee?

Can an incontinence pad hold a full pee?

Many of our most absorbent incontinence pads, including the Drylife Premium Form Plus, can hold well over the average volume of a bladder of about 400ml.

How many times should a pee pad be used?

How many times should a pee pad be used?

Generally speaking, you should change your pad between 3-5 times per day. This may vary depending on the sensitivity of your skin, the amount of leakage you experience in a day, and the level of absorption that your incontinence product has.

Should you change your pad every time you pee?

Should you change your pad every time you pee?

We recommend that you change your incontinence pad when it’s at risk of becoming too wet, or about every 4-6 hours. This is to avoid leakages and protect your skin from irritants and odours.

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