For a more confident1 and natural2 catheter experience
Choose your catheter with HydraBalance™ Lubricating Technology and feel the difference.
Key features of HydraBalance™ Lubricating Technology
Smooth and comfortable on catheter insertion and withdrawal.3
Helps protect the urethra from potential micro-trauma and Urinary Tract Infections.4
The catheter glides effortlessly for ease of use giving you confidence and more time for living.5
Designed to capture the right balance of naturally sourced ingredients for as natural of an intermittent catheter experience as possible.6
Hear firsthand what makes the difference between using an intermittent catheter and going to the toilet naturally.
Introducing HydraBalance™ Lubricating Technology
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The Promise of the Unique Lubricating Technology From Hollister
The combination of hydrophilic coating and hydration fluid creates a smoothly gliding cushion when in contact with the urethra.7 It's cushioned and longer8 lasting lubricity helps protect the urethra from potential microtrauma and Urinary Tract Infections.9
The enhanced hydration fluid contains naturally sourced ingredients.10
Contains Glycerol, which is produced naturally by the body and provides osmotic water balance in the urethra during catheterising.11, 12, 13, 14
Learn more about Hollister intermittent catheters with HydraBalance™ Lubricating Technology
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Better for you, better for the environment
Hollister catheters that use HydraBalance™ lubricating technology are not made with PVC, use less material, and create less waste. 8, 15
References:
- Hollister Clinical Study, CLR-00847, 2021
- Hollister Data on File, TR-00643, 2023
- Hollister Data on File, CL-001015
- European Association of Urology Nurses (EAUN), Evidence-based Guidelines for Best Practice in Urological Health Care – Catheterisation, Urethral Intermittent in Adults Dilatation, urethral intermittent in adults (2013), pages 25, 33, 47
- Hollister Clinical Study, CLR-00847, 2021
- Hollister Data on file, CL-001017
- Hollister Data on File, CL-001013
- When compared to the prior VaPro™ catheter version
- European Association of Urology Nurses (EAUN), Evidence-based Guidelines for Best Practice in Urological Health Care – Catheterisation, Urethral Intermittent in Adults Dilatation, urethral intermittent in adults (2013), pages 25, 33, 47
- Hollister Data on File, CL-001018
- Hollister Data on File, TR-00643, 2023,
- Robergs, R.A.; Griffin, S.E.; Sports Med. 1998, 26(3), 145-67 – Glycerol. Biochemistry, pharmacokinetics and clinical and practical applications
- Waller, L.; Telander, M.; Sullivan, L.; Spinal Cord 1997, 35, 229-233 - The importance of osmolality in hydrophilic urethral catheters: a crossover study
- Lundgren, J.; Bengtsson, O.; Israelsson, A.; Jönsson, A.C.; Lindh, A.S.; Utas, J.; Spinal Cord 2000, 38(1), 45-50 - The importance of osmolality for intermittent catheterization of the urethra
- Hollister Data on File, CL-001025
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