Incontinence Education And Support for Patients, Caregivers, and professionals
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Incontinence Education And Support For Patients, Caregivers and Professionals
Incontinence, the involuntary loss of urine or fecal matter, is not a condition that anyone should have to “just live with.” It’s not something you need to accept as you get older, or an inevitable consequence of childbirth or surgery. Incontinence is a treatable medical condition, whether you have occasional light wetness, heavier bladder leakage, bedwetting, or bowel issues such as IBS or IBD. No matter what type of bladder or bowel symptoms you might be experiencing, help is available. This is the place you should be.
Incontinence Education And Support for Patients, Caregivers, and professionals
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Ask The Expert: From A Doctor’s Perspective What Are Some Common Questions You Hear?
If you’ve ever sneezed and held your breath hoping for the best, you’re not alone. Bladder leaks, pelvic floor issues, and the constellation of symptoms that go with them are
How Aging Changes Bladder Control — What Most People Don’t Expect
As an RN who’s worked in geriatrics for over 14 years, I know first hand that changes in bladder control can be a common part of aging. However, what I’ve
Why Your Incontinence Product May Not Be Working Like It Used To
Most people assume that when an incontinence product leaks, the product itself failed. In reality, what often changes first is everything around it. Bladder leakage is not static. The amount
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A little nerve could be all it takes to stop your leaks…
If you think that your only hope for treating overactive bladder is to focus on your pelvic floor muscles, you may be overlooking a different type of approach that’s been proven successful for hundreds of thousands of patients: Nerve stimulation. It turns out that certain nerves play a critical role in bladder function, and there are devices that can stimulate those nerves to substantially reduce leaks. Many patients find that their symptoms improve by 50% or more with a simple, in-office procedure called sacral neuromodulation. Today’s guest is Dr. Vikas Desai, a urologist, a board-certified member of the American Urologic Association and a member of the Society of Prosthetic Urologic Surgeons, to tell us more about it.
Navigating the Care Pathway for Overactive Bladder and Incontinence
A comprehensive treatment plan for overactive bladder and urge incontinence is essential for improvement in bladder leaks. Learn how to navigate a care pathway for
A Life Without Falls
Did you know that one in six people in the US are 65 years or older? With a growing older population, falls have become a major concern. Learn how managing incontinence can help reduce the risk of falls and improve overall senior health.
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Incontinence by the Numbers
How common it is, why it’s increasing, and what an aging population means for patients and families
Incontinence is often treated as something people should keep private — but the reality is that it’s extremely common, and it affects millions of Americans every day.
As our population ages, especially with Baby Boomers entering older adulthood, more people are living with bladder and bowel control problems. That means more patients seeking answers, more caregivers providing support, and greater impact on families and the healthcare system.
Understanding the numbers helps reduce stigma — and reminds people that they are not alone and help is available.
How Do I Know If I Have A UTI Or A Kidney Infection?
It may feel like all urinary tract infections (UTIs) are the same – they all feel pretty uncomfortable! But a UTI can occur anywhere within
How To Relax Your Pelvic Floor Muscles
Sure, you know all about Kegels and the importance of strengthening the pelvic floor. But did you know that it’s just as important to know
