Rectal Tube Riocath

3 Months Colic is a common problem that effects up to 35% of healthy infants age ranging 3 weeks to 6 months old and it occurs as an occasional problem for another 40%. There are many reasons for the cause and often is a combination. The rectal tube is used for treating one of the most usual causes which is accumulated gas in the end part of the baby’s colon and the sphincter that refuses to release gas properly. The colon’s nervous system itself is not evolved enough to do so independently. The rectal tube is therefore releasing the gas, sorting out the problem where the pain simply goes away. The biggest obstacle in tackling this problem is the parent’s fear of the baby developing a restrictive reflex of ‘opening’ their bowels. Worry not – as although some paediatricians prefer to use the traditional ways this is an easy and quick solution.

The unique and patented principle of the Riocath® rectal tube is based on the Riocath® brand’s revolutionary principle of gentle unfurling, inside-out technology. As the rectal tube is administered it slowly unrolls from inside the device. As the soft polymer tube unfurls the inside layer becomes the outside layer as it expands upward. Unlike traditional hard tubes, this unique mechanism prevents damage to the anal wall and cannot be inserted to far. Riocath® technology allows easy insertion without any friction or discomfort to the baby.