MUDS is a gravity drainage system.
The actual receptacle for urinating into is very small in comparison to a urinal. It is a chamber within a chamber providing a backflow deterrent. The device is designed to seat against the pubic area, rather than just holding it in front of the pubic area to urinate. The receiving unit is attached to flexible tubing and drains into a container that can be hung on the bed frame, wheelchair, chair, or can be set in the floor without spilling. The clear container (12″x8″x3″) holds up to 2500ml and has markings for measurement. A holder is included which is designed to attach to the rail of the bed and includes a lid for covering the device when not in use. The holder provides a sanitary place to secure the MUDS device when not in use, keeping it off of bedside tables, where food and drink are kept. There are orientation ridges to assist persons with decreased vision. It can be used in virtually any position and requires the use of only one hand. The orientation ridge facilitates use by males who cannot see their groin area whether related to visual deficits or obesity. During testing, males who were continent, but unable to use a urinal or other product currently available, used the MUDS with great success and with little instruction required. Patients attitudes and participation in their treatment plan were improved when they could urinate independently.
It may be used in virtually any position as long as the tubing and main device are in position to drain by gravity. Place the MUDS unit over the penis. The orientation textured surface is to be up. Gently press against groin area forming a light seal. Urinate into device. When finished urinating, raise device to straighten tubing and allow all urine to drain into the container. Replace the MUDS device into the holder and apply the lid. The SECRET to the MUDS working at it’s best is in the setup. The container needs to be placed to allow for the most direct route of drainage from where the device will be used, limiting loops or sags in the tubing.