More Details

* Malem bodyworn alarms are smaller than a matchbox
* The alarms are attached over the shoulder (collar bone / clavicle) - close to the ear)
* The Malem wetness sensor is smaller than a postage stamp and is positioned close to where wetness will first appear
* This sensor will detect wetness earlier, and with less disturbance of the bed, than when using a "mat" placed under the sheet
* The supplier web site states that research has found that body worn alarms are preferred by many children and parents

Considerations

* Before using a bed wetting alarm or urinary drainage products it is recommended that you seek advice from a continence health professional. Contact the the National Continence Helpline for further information (see Continence Foundation of Australia in price details for Helpline phone number).

Place Of Manufacture

UK

Price Guide

Prices from Bedwetting Institute
195 - Ultimate Range
$245 - Wireless Range

For advice please contact the Continence Foundation of Australia - National Branch 1800 330 066 (Helpline). They do not supply products.

Models

Ultimate 1
* A range of enuresis alarms designed to maximise effectiveness by providing a selectable combination of sound(s) and/or vibration to suit the needs of the user
* There are four, colour coded models in the ULTIMATE 1 range:
* The pink, blue and purple models have single tone options
* Gold model has 8 separate tones

Ultimate + Alarm
* Record your own sounds, music or personal message
* Random eight sounds to prevent "Auditory Accommodation"
* Sound only
* Sound and vibration
* Vibration only
* Flashing light
* Day or night use

Ultimate Bedside
* A choice of any one of eight loud single sounds, or random eight sounds to prevent "Auditory Accommodation"
* Volume control with minimum preset
* Sound on / off choice when used with optional accessories
* Reliable, embossed and comfortable plastic Bed-Mat (54 x 42cm) with integral 2.2 metre wire
* Record your own sounds, music or personal message

Ultimate 1S Alarm
* The Ultimate 1S Alarm is ten alarms in one
* A choice of 8 single sounds or random 8 sounds
* Three way selection switch for sound/s with vibration, sound/s only or vibration only

Wireless Alarm
* This alarm does not involve wires between the wetness sensor and the (auditory) alarm
* Suitable for use in care or nursing homes as well as with children with learning difficulties
* Record user name for easy identification when wet
* Completely private
* Record your own sounds, music or personal message
* Choice of body sensors or optional comfortable Bed-Mat

Multitone Audio Alarm
* Yellow model has 8 separate tones
* Gold plated wetness sensor (smaller than a postal stamp)

Singletone Audio Alarm
* The Red, Green and Orange models have different tones
* The lightest (24g including batteries) and the smallest
* Gold plated wetness sensor (smaller than a postal stamp)

Visual Continence Alarm
* A light emitting alarm to indicate wetness
* Flashing light only
* Silent
* Gold Plated wetness sensor (smaller than a postal stamp)

Vibratory Alarm
* Personal Continence Trainer (PCT)
* Silent vibratory alarm
* Completely private
* Gold Plated wetness sensor

Standards

Standards
Some assistive technology needs to meet Australian or other standards. Standards may relate to materials, manufacturing and installation. Products that meet Australian or international standards will have written certification. To find out if a product meets Australian Standards ask the supplier to show you the certificate. For more information about standards also see
http://at-aust.org/home/assistive_technology/standards.html

TGA
Many of the items on the Assistive Technology Australia website are categorised as a Medical Device. Medical devices that are approved for use in Australia have been entered into a national database called the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG), which is maintained by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA). You can ask the supplier for the ARTG number for the device you wish to purchase and search the ARTG for the entry. To access information on the ARTG visit www.tga.gov.au

When buying a medical device it is advisable to only choose a medical device that is recommended by a healthcare professional and has been included on the ARTG.