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Catheter Materials: What Are Catheters Made of?

Curious about what the differences are between the various kinds of catheter materials available today? Learn more about the 3 most common catheter materials here, including red rubber, vinyl, and silicone intermittent catheters.

How to Ease the Transition to Using a Catheter

Adjusting to a big life change isn’t always easy. After…

Why Is it Important to Follow a Daily Catheterization Schedule?

My name is Mason Ellis, and I am a C5…

Tips for Self Catheterization for Beginners

New to using intermittent catheters on your own? We have the tips you need to start!

Do Catheters Expire?

Do catheters ever expire? You might be surprised to learn the answer!

Top 5 Tips to Help Reduce Catheter Pain

Are you experiencing pain when you use catheters? Get our top tips for making catheterization more smooth and comfortable!

Types of Female Catheters: A Guide to Your Catheter Options

Looking for the best catheters for women? Find out about the three main sub-categories of female intermittent catheters to learn which may be the right kind for your needs!

Basics of Clean Intermittent Catheterization

Intermittent catheterization can seem overwhelming, especially when you’re new to it. 180 Medical is here to help with a few of the basics of cathing.

All About Catheter Eyelets

Curious about what difference the right catheter eyelet type could make for you? Learn more about eyelets in our latest blog.

Advantages of Intermittent Catheterization

Curious about intermittent catheterization as an option for draining your bladder? Learn more about the benefits with our latest blog.

Tips for Catheterizing in Public Restrooms

Are you new to self-catheterization and feeling a little nervous about transitioning to self-cathing in a public restroom when you’re on the go? Get some helpful tips from a catheter user on staff.

Catheters 101: Parts of Intermittent Catheters

New to using catheters? Learn more about the basics of intermittent catheters – from top to bottom!