Continence Management
About 1 in 3 women experience urinary incontinence, this condition has a negative effect on quality of life and has been associated with increased risk of depression. Common risk factors for developing urinary incontinence include age, pregnancy and delivery, obesity and chronic straining e.g. constipation and inappropriate lifting technique.
Pelvic floor muscle exercises have been shown to be effective in treating urinary incontinence. However, correct technique and supervision of exercises are necessary to achieve results. If you are experiencing urinary incontinence, speak to your Doctor for a referral to see a Physiotherapist.
Males
As many as 1 in 3 men experience urinary incontinence, those who have undergone surgery for prostate diseases are at increased risk of urinary incontinence. Early pelvic floor muscle rehabilitation after prostate surgery has been shown to reduce time needed to regain urinary control. It also reduces the risk of persistent urinary incontinence 1 year after such surgeries. However, correct technique and supervision of exercise is necessary to achieve the results. If you are experiencing urinary incontinence, speak to your Doctor for a referral to see a Physiotherapist.
