Neurogenic bladder dysfunction, a hidden complication of Spinal Cord Injury (SCI), presents as one of the most difficult challenges for patients.
Unfortunately, the use of catheters and urinary bags, which are often necessary to manage this condition, can have detrimental effects on one’s health and self-confidence due to appearance, odour, ongoing issues and changes in body image.
Streamline products provide better bladder management options enabling patients to regain control and independence over their bladder function. In this three-part project, I have focused on a complete redesign of the indwelling system, with a particular emphasis on improving the catheters design, enhancing the user-experience of the catheter valve, and addressing issues related to odour from the leg bag.
By providing patients with products that are comfortable and improve long-term bladder health, this design project can help them overcome the physical and emotional challenges this life-changing condition presents.

Streamline, indwelling catheter

Variety of custom valves

User testing

Variety of custom valves

User testing

Streamline, app