What Is Urinary Incontinence?
When you think of urinary incontinence does a complete loss of bladder control come to mind? You may be surprised to learn that leaking urine, even just a little when you cough, sneeze, laugh or jump is considered to be a urinary incontinence issue. There are many reasons why someone may begin to experience urinary incontinence but for many people, this symptom begins as they age or after a pregnancy.
Urinary incontinence is a very common issue and is often thought of as something you just have to live with. At V Lounge, we want you to know that although common, urinary incontinence is not normal. You don’t have to accept the status quo and live with bladder leaks. Beyond offering you urinary incontinence treatments that work, we are also here to educate and change the conversation surrounding urinary incontinence. Knowing what is urinary incontinence in the elderly and younger people is the first step in regaining your continence. Below we answer some of the most commonly asked questions we get asked about urinary incontinence.
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What Is Urinary Incontinence?
Urinary incontinence happens when a person leaks urine involuntarily. Sometimes this can happen when the urge to urinate comes intensely and with urgency while for others it happens when “stress” such as exercise, sneezing or coughing is put on the pelvic floor muscles. For most people, urinary incontinence can be broken into the categories of urge incontinence, stress incontinence and mixed incontinence which is a bit of both! Urinary incontinence is common and affects many ageing people or those who have given birth.
What Causes Urinary Incontinence?
Urinary incontinence can be caused by a variety of factors but for many, it is caused by a weak or tight pelvic floor. This can be triggered by hormonal changes during perimenopause or as a natural result of aging. Many people who have given birth find that they struggle with urinary incontinence due to the rather intense toll pregnancy has on the pelvic floor muscles. In many cases stress on the pelvic floor is a contributing factor to urinary incontinence but other factors such as vaginal prolapse, constipation, and other pelvic floor dysfunctions may be the culprit.
Knowing the cause of your urinary incontinence can ensure you're getting the right kinds of treatment. Before beginning Emsella® urinary incontinence treatments we always suggest our patients consult with a pelvic floor physiotherapist to ensure they are good candidates. Speaking with your medical doctor is another great option when it comes to investigating the cause of your urinary incontinence.
For more information on the causes of urinary incontinence see our previous post, Can Bladder Leakage Be a Sign of Other Issues.
Can Urinary Incontinence Be Treated?
The question everyone wants to know the answer to is, can urinary incontinence be treated? We are so happy to say that, yes, it sure can! You don’t have to simply live through the embarrassment and discomfort that comes from bladder leakage. At V Lounge, we offer Emsella® urinary incontinence treatments but this is not the only option available to you. Pelvic floor muscle training, coordination, breathing techniques and even yoga can also be a great way to support bladder function and reduce bladder leaks.
Why Choose Emsella® for Urinary Incontinence Treatments?
Emsella® is a non-invasive urinary incontinence treatment option that is ideal for those looking to treat stress or urge incontinence. By using HIFEM (High-Intensity Focused Electromagnetic) technology, Emsella® allows you to complete thousands of pelvic floor strengthening exercises within one session. This helps to strengthen your pelvic floor muscles and reduces bladder leakage symptoms. Focused and effective, Emsella® is an innovative treatment option that is helping to shake up the status quo when it comes to bladder leaks.
Emsella® is life-changing. But don’t just take our word for it. Hear from our patients how Emsella® has helped them to regain their continence and in turn, their confidence.
