You can view electric stimulation (e-stim) much the same as charging a car battery or priming a motor before it will start. Providing... Read more »
Since my TURP three years ago, I have been unable to empty completely when I void. If I do (even when the Botox is active) I get severe... Read more »
Last week I wrote about individuals in “phase one” of incontinence – the pre-medical-care phase. This week is all about the “phase... Read more »
Although the incidence of strokes in the U.S. has declined over the past 50 years, our population still experiences over 750,000 new... Read more »
A pilot study published online this month in the journal Pain Medicine evaluated the safety and effectiveness of vagus nerve stimulation... Read more »
A surgically implanted electrical device may help many of the American who suffer from urinary urge incontinence, researchers say. The device... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Treatment for temporary incontinence can be rapid, simple, and effective. If urinary tract infections are the cause, they can be treated with... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
SurgeryThere are nearly 200 surgical procedures for incontinence. Most are designed to restore the bladder neck and urethra to their anatomically... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Overactive bladder; Detrusor instability; Detrusor hyperreflexia; Irritable bladder; Spasmodic bladder; Unstable bladder; Incontinence - urge;... Read more »
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
Prevention Most women do not need to worry about preventing urinary incontinence. This problem can be treated once it begins. If you are considering... Read more »