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“Urinary incontinence” is a technical term for leaking urine by accident. It is a common condition in more elderly demographics, especially elderly women, although it can happen to anyone for several reasons.
Fortunately, urinary incontinence can be controlled and/or cured with the help of physical therapy. If you have been struggling with urinary incontinence and you are looking for help, contact Chesterton Physical Therapy today to schedule an appointment with one of our dedicated Dunes Plaza, Willowcreek Rd, and Sand Creek physical therapists.
There are several reasons why someone may leak urine despite their control. Some short-term urinary incontinence may develop and disappear on its own due to a temporary condition, such as a urinary tract infection, vaginal infection, or constipation.
Certain medications can even cause temporary bladder control problems that should clear up after use. However, if your urinary incontinence persists, it may be due to a larger underlying condition, such as:
In addition to the different ways in which urinary incontinence can be caused, different types of urinary incontinence can occur. The different types of urinary incontinence include:
Stress incontinence is caused when one experiences a urine leak due to pressure on the bladder. For example, stress incontinence can occur when exercising, lifting heavy objects, laughing, coughing, or sneezing.
This is the most common type of bladder control problem in younger to middle-aged women, and it may occur around the time of menopause.
Urge incontinence is caused when there is a sudden and emergent need to urinate. Someone experiencing urge incontinence may not have enough time to make it to the toilet before leakage occurs.
This type of bladder control problem is usually a result of diabetes, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, or stroke.
Overflow incontinence is caused by a bladder that is always full, thus causing leakage to occur. For example, if a man has an enlarged prostate that is blocking his urethra, it can be difficult to empty the bladder.
Other conditions, such as diabetes and spinal cord injuries, can also cause this type of bladder control problem.
Functional incontinence is caused when people have a condition that makes it hard to move to the bathroom quickly enough before leakage occurs.
People with functional incontinence have normal bladder control; however, they have an alternative condition (such as arthritis) that makes it difficult to move and thus results in leakage if they cannot make it to the toilet in time.
If you are experiencing persistent urinary incontinence that has been occurring for several weeks or months, contact our Dunes Plaza and Sand Creek physical therapy office as soon as possible to seek help.
At Chesterton Physical Therapy, we know that living with urinary incontinence can be limiting – and even embarrassing at times, especially when it occurs during a social setting.
Our Dunes Plaza and Sand Creek physical therapists are dedicated to improving your pelvic health, quality of life, and socialization, so you can get back to living your very best life.
When you arrive for your initial consultation, one of our physical therapists will perform a physical examination to determine the strength of your pelvic floor.
Your physical exam, along with an evaluation of your medical history and a discussion of your symptoms, will help in determining the best route for your treatment plan. Typical treatments for those struggling with urinary incontinence typically include:
For Alzheimer’s patients struggling with urinary incontinence, there are training programs that their caregivers can partake in, to try and make urinary incontinence less likely and life much easier.
It is common for those suffering from Alzheimer’s to also struggle with urinary incontinence for several reasons.
For example, urinary incontinence may result from a lack of realization that urination is occurring, forgetting that one needs to urinate, or not being able to find the bathroom.
These programs provide helpful tips for caregivers, such as:
If you, or someone you are caring for, are struggling with urinary incontinence and you are looking for help, contact us at Chesterton Physical Therapy today to schedule an appointment. One of our Dunes Plaza and Sand Creek physical therapists will get you started on the path toward urinary control and relief.
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