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In today's society there are privately or on the NHS many treatments and aids available for those suffering from incontinence. The brief below touches on the differing options available although this only acts as a guide and we recommend that your consult your local GP or physician before proceeding with any of the following:
  • Behavioral therapy: Special exercises and training programs are effective in improving bladder control. Exercises to strengthen the sphincter muscles must be done correctly and faithfully to regain and maintain continence. Bladder retraining (gradually prolonging the time between visits to the toilet), along with reasonable fluid intake, has helped many people with incontinence. Several types of health care providers are able to offer assistance with this treatment.
  • Medicine: Medicines can be prescribed to relax the bladder or tighten the sphincter muscles. Certain medications you may be taking for other conditions can affect your bladder control. Review your medication with your health care professional.
  • Surgery: Several operations for incontinence exist. In men, an operation may be required to relieve the blockage caused by an enlarged prostate. In women, an operation may be required to restore the support of the pelvic floor muscles or to reconstruct or compress the sphincter An artificial urinary sphincter is another surgical treatment for people whose sphincter muscle is absent or has been severely damaged and whose problem has not responded to more conservative treatments.
  • Other options: Certain materials can be injected around the urethra to add bulk to that area. These serve to compress the urethra and thereby increase resistance to urine flow.

(http://www.incontinence.org, 2005)

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If you would like further general information you may also find the following PDF's useful. If you have any problem downloading them simply click here to download the appropriate reader:

Adobe Acrobat DocumentBladder Health
Adobe Acrobat DocumentThe Confused, Incontinent Person at Home
Adobe Acrobat DocumentAdvice for Relatives of People in Residential or Nursing Homes
Adobe Acrobat DocumentStress Incontinence
Adobe Acrobat DocumentUrinary Incontinence
Adobe Acrobat DocumentFaecal Incontinence

For people who are currently participating in a treatment program or whose incontinence cannot be cured, many absorbent products and devices are available to wear. Further information with regards to suitable products and aids are available from our partner www.Betterlifehealthcare.com and you can contact them on the following details:

24hr Freephone Line: 0800 328 9338
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Incontinence aids and incontinence pants for incontinence help control the bowel and bladder. Causes of incontinence can be due to untreated diabetes, physical disabilities that prevent you getting to the toilet on time and constipation.

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