English translation of an article originally published in Japanese on November 22, 2025. Read the Japanese original (Japanese). Event dates and availability refer to the original article. Images may contain Japanese text.
On November 22, 2025, an interview article featuring Hiroshi Yagi, who operates the Adult Diaper Information Center Japan, was published on the care information website “Care Post Seven.
The article introduces how the experience of working with patients regarding their outdoor and toilet environments as a physical therapist, and the involvement in the municipal urological supply program at the welfare equipment lending office, became the inspiration for specializing in adult incontinence care.
I also spoke about the current situation where basic knowledge and proper usage of diapers are not sufficiently shared in nursing homes and home-based care.
The difficulties related to the use of incontinence insert pads, such as overlapping usage and inappropriate product selection based on the user’s condition, are often not visible from outside, especially in home care, where family members may have to handle these issues alone.
In the interview, I will share my opinions on the following themes.
• Challenges of diaper use in care facilities and home care
Reasons why problems related to diapers are not easily apparent
· Information provision on the subsidy of diapers by the government and their usage methods
The importance of consulting medical institutions to discuss the causes of incontinence and considering treatment or improvement.
• Choosing a diaper when moving from hospital to home life
Utilization of product information issued by diaper manufacturers
The necessity of having an environment where consultation is possible for medical and care workers.
By properly utilizing diapers, it is possible to expand the range of outings and activities.
It is important to determine the cause of incontinence and to collaborate with medical institutions when treatment or improvement is possible. Furthermore, it is necessary to choose a diaper that is appropriate for the individual’s physical condition and living environment.
Please take a look.
[Care Post Seven Featured Article]https://kaigo-postseven.com/209519
[Adult Diaper Information Center Japan]https://062.design/
