Support tampons

Support Tampons – A Solution for Stress Urinary Incontinence

Support tampons, also known as bladder support devices, are soft, flexible inserts designed to provide gentle internal support to the pelvic floor and urethra. They help reduce urine leakage that occurs during physical activities such as laughing, coughing, exercising, lifting, or day-to-day movements. Unlike absorbent pads, liners, or underwear, support tampons address the cause of stress incontinence, not just the symptoms.

At PelviCare, we offer Contrelle® Activgard, a clinically tested and user-friendly support tampon designed to help women regain control, confidence, and freedom of movement. This innovative solution is suitable for everyday use, for sport, and for active lifestyles — without surgery or medication.

What is Stress Urinary Incontinence?

Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) occurs when the pelvic floor muscles are not strong enough to fully support the bladder and urethra, particularly during activities that increase abdominal pressure. Common causes include:

• Pregnancy and childbirth

• Hormonal changes during perimenopause and menopause

• High-impact sports

• Pelvic floor weakening over time

• Pelvic surgeries or medical conditions affecting support structures

Symptoms typically include leakage during laughing, coughing, sneezing, running, jumping, or lifting.

Support tampons provide internal support exactly where it is needed, helping to stabilize the bladder neck and reduce leakage.

What makes support tampons different from regular tampons?

Although inserted similarly, support tampons are not menstrual products. Their purpose is structural bladder support, not absorption.

Support tampons gently lift and support — they do not apply pressure or block urine flow.

How Contrelle Activgard works

Contrelle® Activgard is designed to be inserted into the vagina, where it sits comfortably and naturally in place. Its unique shape creates a light, supportive lift under the bladder neck. This increases urethral closure during physical activity without requiring muscle effort.

Benefits of Contrelle Activgard:

• Reduces or eliminates leakage during activity

• Soft, comfortable, and natural to wear

• Non-absorbent and non-invasive

• Suitable for daily and long-term use

• Allows full range of normal bladder function

• Can support pelvic floor training progress

• Provides confidence during exercise, work, and social situations

Many users report feeling more secure, more active, and more in control.

Who can benefit from support tampons?

Contrelle® Activgard is ideal for women experiencing:

• Stress urinary incontinence

• Mild to moderate bladder leakage during physical activity

• Pelvic floor weakness after childbirth

• Reduced pelvic support during menopause

• Urinary leakage during exercise or daily movement

Suitable for:

• Postpartum individuals (after recovery clearance)

• Women returning to sport or fitness

• Women seeking non-surgical urinary incontinence solutions

Not suitable for:

• Pregnant women (unless advised by a clinician)

• Individuals with active vaginal infection

• Those experiencing urge incontinence as the primary symptom

If unsure — a pelvic physiotherapist can help determine suitability.

Daily Use and Comfort

Contrelle® Activgard is designed for comfortable, all-day use, including during exercise. Most users do not feel it once inserted. It does not interfere with bladder emptying, and can be used during normal daily routines.

Insertion and Removal

1. Choose the appropriate size (starter kit helps determine proper fit).

2. Use a small amount of water for smooth insertion.

3. Insert similarly to a tampon, adjusting to comfort.

4. Wear for several hours.

5. Remove using the easy retrieval loop.

The material is soft, flexible, and designed to adapt to movement.

Why choose Contrelle Activgard?

Contrelle is backed by:

• Clinical research

• Physiotherapist recommendations

• High user comfort ratings

• Medical-grade materials and safety standards

• Ease of use at home or on the go

It provides a discreet, natural-feeling solution that supports daily life without interruption.

Stress urinary incontinence does not define you — and it does not have to limit your lifestyle. Support tampons like Contrelle® Activgard provide an empowering, comfortable, and clinically supported solution for preventing leakage and restoring confidence in everyday activities.