Urinary incontinence is the inability to control urination leading to an involuntary leakage. Although it is more common among women and the elderly, some men also face this issue. Despite affecting around 40% of the population, it is often ignored due to the stigma attached. Many find it embarrassing to approach a doctor; they feel that it is part of ageing and not treatable and hence suffer in silence.

 The three common forms of urinary incontinence include stress urinary incontinence, urgency urinary incontinence and mixed urinary incontinence which is a combination of both. Often, the bladder leakage occurs with strenuous movements such as exercises, lifting heavy objects, or while coughing, sneezing, or laughing. Patients also have a strong, sudden urge to urinate just before urination or unexpectedly leak small amount of urine due to a full bladder. 

RISK FACTORS

·      Urinary incontinence increases with age

·        There is a clear link between obesity and urinary incontinence

·        Childbirth causes immense stress on the pelvic floor structures

.        Women who have had multiple deliveries are more likely to suffer from urinary incontinence

·        Sometimes unmarried girls also face urinary incontinence resulting from an overactivebladder

·         It is also related to neurological disorders suchas Parkinsonism, multiple sclerosis and cognitive disorders

·        Hysterectomy is also associated with the development of stress urinary incontinence

·        Excessive consumption of tea, coffee and alcohol are contributing factors

·        Incontinence is more common among smokers, diabetics, frail individuals and those suffering depression, limited mobility, cognitive problems and constipation

·         Among men, Prostatectomy surgery can cause stress urinary incontinence 

IMPORTANCE OF STRENGTHENING THE PELVIC FLOOR 

The pelvic floor muscles are often impacted by aging, vaginal childbirth and menopause. Even in cases of a c-section, the pelvic floor muscles are sometimes weakened due to the heaviness of the baby. In men, a weakened pelvic floor can result in erectile dysfunction. When the pelvic floor muscles are deconditioned, incontinence can develop. Strengthening the pelvic floor muscles can help a person actively support the bladder and bowel. Increased bladder and bowel control will reduce the likelihood of accidentally leaking from bladder or bowel.

 PREVENTION AND TREATMENT FOR URINARYINCONTINENCE

As with most medical conditions, prevention is better than cure. At the onset of accidental leakage, passing small amounts of urine often, increased frequency of urination, unsteady stream of urine or if waking up in the middle of the night to urinate, see a specialist and follow appropriate care and treatment. Ignoring or neglecting the condition can result in uterine prolapsed, which can only be addressed with surgery.

To prevent urinary and fecal incontinence it is important incorporate lifestyle changes including:

Drinking plenty of fluids Eating a high-fibre diet 

Staying physically active 

Practicing agood toilet habits 

Making healthy  lifestyle choices. 

Physiotherapy and Kegel exercises for the pelvic muscles can help and should be recommended to patients. 

A REVOLUTIONARY TECHNOLOGY TO TREAT URINARYINCONTINENCE 

EMSELLA Chair is a great option for women or men of any age who a desire solution for urinary incontinence. It can also help women in recovery after child birth and to improve the quality of their intimate life. Emsella is anon-invasive, FDA approved treatment that uses electromagnetic energy to engage the pelvic floor muscles, by causing them to contract rapidly. During this walk in and walk out procedure, the person has to just sit in a chair for 28 minutes to strengthen their pelvic floor muscles. They can be fully dressed through the treatment and can resume daily activities immediately, as there is no down time or negative side effect experienced. 

Dr. M. Inthu of Maaya Revive, is a pioneer in bringing this treatment to India at an affordable cost. “The Emsella Chair is the fastest and simplest way to strengthen the pelvic floor muscles and overcome urinary incontinence. Normally, a person can only perform 30-50 Kegel exercises a day, that too when they do it consciously. One 28 minute session on the Emsella Chair induces more than11,000 supramaximal pelvic floor muscle contractions, which is equivalent to performing 11,000 Kegels!” she says. Since Emsella treats the entire pelvic area, it can also help address prolapse, cystocele and rectocele also. “The pelvic floor is closely linked to female sexual health. The pelvic muscles support pelvic organs and help maintain their normal function. The muscles also play an important role in pregnancy parturition and heightened sexual arousal. Anydamage to the pelvic floor can potentially lead to denervation of the female erectile tissues followed with sexual dysfunction. The intense repetitive muscle stimulation combined with the vasodilating effect of electromagnetic fields of the Emsella Chair, can help restore pelvic muscle tonus, there by positively improving female intimate health and sexual functions and the same happens for men in case of erectile dysfunction,” explains Dr. Inthu. For those facing urinary incontinence, 6 sessions of the Emsella Chair treatment are recommended, with 2 sessions every week. During each session Emsella focuses on muscle reeducation by the use of HIFEM (high intensity focused electromagnetic) waves.  The patient would feel a tingling sensation during the session, but however feel no discomfort and no pain during the non invasive procedure. The treatment protocol of Emsella varies between gentle stimulation and intense stimulation. While the gentle and gradual stimulation helps in muscle felicitation, strengthening &relaxation, the intense stimulation aids further muscle strengthening, enhance sblood flow and muscle relaxation. Patients can experience results at the end of even a single session and the results continue to improve over the next 5 sittings. Usually, those who undergo treatment have95% satisfaction rate after 6 months follow up. Maintenance sessions may be required after a year if needed. So in case you are facing urinary incontinence problems, don’t hesitate to seek treatment. A safe, simple and fast solution is here! For further details contact: 9884981188