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Kim Gillespie

posted 05/02/2008, comments (2)

Female Athletes & Incontinence

"Participation in regular athletics appears to be a significant risk factor for having Urinary Stress Incontinence," claims an article published in the most recent edition of the American Physical Therapy Association's Section On Women's Health. The study conducted at Duke University compared pelvic floor activity... Read more Chevron

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Jennifer Sobol, D.O.

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posted 04/28/2008, comment (1)

Answering Incontinence Community Questions - After a TVT Operation; Mesh Erosion

TVT Operation - Reader's Question: What can I expect after a TVT operation, in terms of pain, suture removal, voiding and sexual activity? Read the original post on TVT operation. TVT is short for Transvaginal tape and is a brand name for a type of sling called a midurethral sling. There are many products like this on... Read more Chevron

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Jasmine Schmidt

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posted 04/22/2008, comment (1)

Insurance, Medicare, and Medicaid Coverage

Using products to manage incontinence can take its toll financially. Working your way through the world of Medicare, Medicaid, or private insurance can be confusing, and unfortunately all too often it ends up fruitless, but there is much work that we can all do to push towards improvement in the system. Private Insurance Coverage of... Read more Chevron

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Jennifer Sobol, D.O.

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posted 04/16/2008, comments (3)

Can I Get a New Bladder?

I am routinely asked about the possibility of transplanting a new bladder. It is an interesting thought isn't it. I mean, if you have a liver or kidneys that do not work right, then you are put on a list and hopefully will eventually receive one of these organs. Transplanting a bladder would be a wonderful option for those patients who... Read more Chevron

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posted 04/16/2008, comment (1)

Repositioning Techniques for Bladder Prolapse

Bladder prolapse, or cystocele, is a common problem postpartum and often years later. When the bladder drops into the vaginal space, it weakens the pelvic floor due to increased pressure and can cause urinary incontinence. Additionally, since the bladder drops to a lower position in the pelvis, the urethra can often get "kinked" which... Read more Chevron

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