These catheters are customer designed with a super strong, latex free, polyisoprene balloon for easy and effective pressure biofeedback therapy and retraining.

There are 3 catheters listed here: the Single Use SR1B, Single Use SR2B, or the 50-time Reusable CR1B, each with stopcock, no syringe is included but can be purchased separately.

No refunds shall be given on these products once the packaging is open.

What are Anorectal Expulsion Balloon Catheters Used for?

Rectal balloon therapy using Anorectal expulsion balloon catheters is the first line treatment standard for benign defecatory disorders.

The treatment procedure involves the insertion of a lubricated balloon catheter into the rectum and with the help of a graduated syringe, filling with either water or air.

Anorectal balloon catheters are now widely used for defecation training, sensor training, and fecal incontinence coordination or urge resistance training.

Indications for Rectal Balloon Therapy:

1. Defecation training: to improve coordination between the abdominal muscles and muscles within the pelvis in order to have complete bowel movements.
2. Sensory Training: to help patients who might not be able to adequately feel the sensation of having to have a bowel movement.
3. Fecal Incontinence coordination training: to help patients, once they perceive the urge to go to the bathroom, to contract the correct muscles in order to stop an incident of fecal incontinence.
4. Fecal Incontinence urge resistance training: to essentially improve or strengthen the pelvic floor muscles.

Is Biofeedback using Balloon Catheters better than other treatment options?

There is a growing volume of evidence that the use of Rectal Balloon Therapy is more effective than the use of:

• Laxatives
• Diazepam
• Patient Education

Where should I go or who should I see to help me?

Over the last 20 years there has been an explosion of clinicians who specialize in Pelvic floor therapy. First adopted by physical therapy, the list of qualified clinicians has expanded to occupational therapy and rehab programs and are developing right in your own specialist’s office. A good place to start is on our Find A Therapist page.

Anorectal Expulsion Balloon Catheter Specs:

• Non latex 400ml volume balloon
• 60cm / 23 5/8″ tubing
• Used for Balloon Expulsion test and biofeedback
• Specially designed tubing for easy intubation
• Markings for balloon placement
• Fitted with polyisoprene balloon
• DEHP-free

PT-Related FAQs:

Q:  Is the balloon catheter being placed distal or proximal to the IAS? If it is distal, how is it assisting in the IAS automatic reflex to relax and open?

A:  The balloon is inserted above the anal canal up into the rectum making it proximal to the IAS. I hope it helps your clinical reasoning around the balloon procedure. 

• Instructions for the proper use of the SR1B balloon catheters can be found here.
• Instructions for the proper use of the SR2B balloon catheters can be found here.
• Balloon Catheter & Stop-cock Demonstration: CLICK HERE

New CR1B 50-time Reusable Catheter

• 50 Uses
• 5-year Warranty
• Cost-effective
• Air Only
• CR1B Technical Data Sheet
• CR1B Instructions For Use

CR1B Question:
Can you use a condom over the balloon?

Answer:
We do not recommend using a condom over the balloon as you will require lubrication to insert the balloon. The lubrication has ingredients that will degrade the balloon over time.

In addition to this degradation, the contact of the balloon and condom will increase friction. We have had reports from previous customers that the lubrication can also cause the glue to peel from the balloon and tubing.

Please make sure that the lubricant being used is silicone and glycerin free.

CR1B Question:
Are these single patient multi use or can they be used between patients with proper sterilization?

Answer:
The CR1B catheter is a reusable catheter that can be used between patients as long as the instructions for proper disinfection noted on the IFU are followed.

CR1B Question:
What is the shelf life of the catheter?

Answer:
The reusable catheter can be used for up to 50 procedures and has a shelf life of 5 years – whichever comes first.

The single use Catheter is only approved for a single use.

Please note: No refunds shall be given on this product once the packaging is open. No exceptions. Syringe is sold separately.

Effective July 1st, 2024, the manufacturer will no longer provide warranty coverage for breakage caused by water infusion.

Rectal Balloon Therapy Benefits and Uses

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