What is Curaco Carebidet?
The Curaco Carebidet is an automated in-bed toileting system that removes the need for incontinence pads by using advanced, patented hygiene technology. When urine or stool is detected, smart sensors trigger a fully automated cycle—gentle suction, hygienic waste transfer, thorough washing and warm air-drying—delivering a clean, comfortable and consistent care experience every time.
Who is Curaco Carebidet designed for?
Anyone confined to a bed or chair long term due to spinal, nerve, muscle-related conditions, or serious illness, can benefit from the dignity and comfort offered by Carebidet in managing these private human functions. It is also beneficial for individuals confined to a bed or chair short-term who are recovering from lower extremity fractures, requiring special post-surgical care, or encountering other situations that render them unable to use the toilet unassisted.
What are the most appropriate user settings for Carebidet?
Skilled nursing facilities such as nursing homes, rehabilitation centers, hospitals, and hospice care provide excellent settings for Carebidet. It is also ideally suited for in-home care, enabling users to remain with their families.
Can a person who is wheelchair-bound during the day and bed-bound at night use Carebidet?
Yes! Carebidet was designed to work when a user is lying on their back. It will continue to work well if their head is elevated no more than ten (10) degrees or they are moved no more than thirty (30) degrees on either side. If a user sits at a 90-degree angle, in a motorized wheel chair or hospital chair, the Carebidet should be removed. Once back in bed and laying down, face up, it can be put back on
Can children and teens use the device?
It depends on the size of the child or teen. Their body must be able to accommodate the Diaper Cup which rests on top of the sacrum and curves up around the groin; and the Motion Control Wrap which encircles the waist and comfortably holds the Diaper Cup in place.
Is there a weight restriction?
If a user’s Body Mass Index indicates they are morbidly obese or significantly underweight, Carebidet may not be the optimal option for them. The device design is based on body measurements, not necessarily BMI. If the buttocks is quite large, it is important to be able to comfortably spread the cheeks when putting the Diaper Cup on to make sure the entire area is thoroughly cleansed. If there is too little skin, the device may feel uncomfortable. Spacers can be added to the Diaper Cup to extend the measurements but the basic curvature cannot be made smaller.
Can both male and female individuals use it?
Yes! With male users, it’s important to understand whether they have a large, small or average size penis. The Male Gender Module can only accommodate penis sizes in the average and slightly larger than average range. In some cases, males with a smaller than average penis can use the female Gender Module. There is no need to determine the size of the female vulva or outer part of the female genitals.
Does a user have to be incontinent to use Carebidet
No! A user’s continence is not a restriction. It works regardless of whether the user can or cannot feel the urge to empty their bladder and or bowels.
What happens if a user is unconscious or cannot communicate
Carebidet is especially helpful in these situations where a user cannot let their caregiver know they need to toilet. The Carebidet automatically senses when urination or defecation begins, and it automatically starts the cleansing and drying cycle when toileting is finished.
Can a dementia patient use Carebidet?
If a bed-bound dementia patient is prone to sudden movements or frequently attempts to remove their diaper/adult brief, they may not be an ideal candidate for Carebidet. If the Diaper Cup is not correctly put on the patient, the device may not work properly as there might be leakage problems. It’s always best to ask the physician whose care they are under to make a recommendation.
Can a patient with hip contracture use it?
It depends on what type of contracture the user has and how severe it is. If the caregiver can attach the Diaper Cup comfortably to the user, it is perfectly safe to use the device. In this situation it is especially important to make sure the Diaper Cup fits snuggly and comfortably with the user’s body.
Can a user with diaper rash be fitted to Carebidet?
Yes! As long as the patient feels comfortable when the Diaper Cup is correctly put on and the device runs normally. Carebidet can actually aid in improving and resolving diaper rash because it keeps the groin area clean and dry.
Can patients with pressure ulcers also use Carebidet?
According to a published study, Carebidet can be effective in improving pressure ulcers and Incontinence-associated dermatitis (IAD).
However, it is important to note that if the device comes into contact with the affected area, it is advisable to seek medical advice before using it. Taking precautions can help prevent further complications and ensure proper healing.
How does it work?
In AUTO Mode, when the device’s computerized sensors detect urine or feces, they automatically trigger an airtight seal and initiate waste removal, warm water cleansing, and air-drying functions. This is especially helpful when the user is sleeping, incontinent or unable to communicate they have an urge to eliminate. The device also features a MANUAL mode that activates the removal, cleansing, and drying functions. It can completely remove urine and feces through its proprietary technologies and expertise related to various body movements and excretion mechanisms.
What are the main parts of the technology?
There are three:
- A Diaper Cup which fits over the user’s genitals and is held in place by a Motion Control Wrap.
- A tube that fits into the Diaper Cup and transports the waste, and water between the user and the Main Body Unit.
- A Main Body Unit which houses the computerized controls of the Display Panel and proprietary vacuum technology, a Water Tank and Sewage Tank.
Can multiple users share a Diaper Cup?
In principle, each Diaper Cup is intended for individual use. However, if it has been thoroughly cleaned and disinfected, it can be used by another person.
Can a user be repositioned after attaching the Diaper Cup and Motion Control Wrap?
Yes! Understanding how important it is to reposition bed confined users to prevent pressure ulcers, Carebidet was designed to enable a supine user to move by 30 degrees on either side, while using repositioning tools such as cushions or pillows. However, the user can’t sit up or move around with the device on, nor lift their head or legs by more than 10 degrees.
Can it detect watery stool or diarrhea?
Yes! Based on the Bristol Stool Scale, stools from Type 1 to Type 6 are recognized as feces. Type 7, which is liquid stool or diarrhea is often recognized as urine.
Can a user urinate and defecate simultaneously?
If a user urinates and defecates simultaneously, the waste is generally recognized as feces, and both are eliminated together.
What happens when urine/feces are removed?
When the automatic sensors activate, the air and flush whisk the urine and feces into the Sewage Tank through the Sewage Tube which is attached at one end to the Diaper Cup and the other end to the Main Body Unit. The caregiver can easily remove the Sewage Tank and empty it into the toilet.
How does the Sewage Tank accommodate individual excretion needs?
Each user has different volumes and frequencies of elimination. The Carebidet Sewage Tank is designed to accommodate approximately 7 to 8 instances of urination and 1 or 2 large bowel movements per day. The Control Panel automatically notifies the caregiver when the Sewage Tank is 70%, 80%, and 90% full.
What is the maximum capacity of the Sewage Tank?
The maximum capacity is 5 liters or 170 fluid ounces.
Where and how do you recommend cleaning the Sewage Tank?
In institutional settings, the Sewage Tank should be washed in a room designated for cleaning devices or equipment where there is access to water and a sink or shower stall. At home, the Sewage Tank can be washed in the bathroom or restroom where there is a toilet bowl, a sink or a hand held shower head. To clean, simply open the lid and cover of the Sewage Tank and use a hand-held shower head or faucet to wash it thoroughly with water.
Is it easy to use for incontinent users?
In the Menu, you can select a mode for either urinary or fecal incontinence. It’s easy to navigate the menu and adjust the settings according to the user’s condition.
Can I change the device settings to adjust water temperature?
You can adjust the settings of all functions using the ‘Change Settings’ menu. The water temperature can be set at five (5) different levels, with 1 being the lowest and 5 being the highest.
Is there a detailed maintenance process?
Curaco Carebidet’s mechanical structure does not require frequent maintenance. Error messages are explained in detail in the User Manual.
How often should the Carebidet be cleaned?
We recommend cleaning it daily. The entire process should only take about 30 minutes. After the initial setup and mode change, the cleaning process is completely automated.
How do you clean the inside of the Diaper Cup?
How do you clean the tube that connects the Diaper Cup to the Main Body Unit?
Select ‘Tube Cleaning’ from the Settings Menu. This will automatically clean and rinse the tube.
Is the Motion Control Wrap disposable? If not, how should it be cleaned?
The Motion Control Wrap is machine washable and reusable. Wash it using a warm water setting. For drying, you can either line dry or tumble dry at a very low setting. Dry cleaning is not recommended.
What process should be used when disinfecting?
Put the ‘Plastic cover for cleaning’ in the place of the detachable cushion, and perform [Tube Cleaning] from the Menu. Afterward, fill the Disinfectant Tube with disinfectant, put it in the hole located on the Plastic Cover for Cleaning, and select [Tube Disinfecting] from the Menu.
Can an odor be detected when a user urinates or defecates?
A Deodorization Filter installed inside the Main Body Unit eliminates any smell from human waste. However, in some cases, depending on the user’s medical condition, there might be a faint odor in the Diaper Cup when the user urinates or defecates. There will be no odor detectable in the Main Body Unit where excrement is captured in the Sewage Tank.
Is Carebidet noisy when operating?
The actual noise level has been measured at 55 decibels, which is equivalent to a quiet dishwasher. However, this noise is only produced when the Diaper Cup detects urine or feces and starts operation.
Do I need to use any special air mattress?
No! You do not need any special mattress. You may continue using your mattress with Curaco Carebidet.
Can it be used during a power outage?
No, it requires electric power to operate. Obviously, most institutions have back-up generators, but not all homes do.
Are there parts that need to be periodically replaced?
The Deodorization Filter should be replaced every 6 months. The built-in filter at the bottom of the Main Body Unit should be replaced annually. However, the replacement frequency might vary based on usage and the user’s condition.
How easy is it to install replacement parts?
The process is simple and is explained in the User’s Manual.