Can incontinence be cured?

Emsella Incontinence Treatment, Maidstone, Kent

Incontinence is a condition that affects millions of people around the world, causing a loss of bladder or bowel control. It can have a significant impact on an individual’s quality of life, affecting their physical, emotional, and social well-being. However, advancements in medical technology have brought about innovative solutions, such as Emsella, which offers a non-invasive and effective treatment for various types of incontinence. In this blog, we will delve into the causes of incontinence and explore how Emsella can help individuals regain control and restore their confidence.

What is incontinence?

Urinary incontinence refers to the involuntary leakage of urine, resulting from a person’s inability to control their bladder. It is a common condition that affects people of all ages, although it is more prevalent amongst older adults, particularly women.

There are several types of urinary incontinence:

• Stress incontinence: This occurs when there is an increase in abdominal pressure, such as during coughing, sneezing, laughing, or exercising. It is often caused by weakened pelvic floor muscles that support the bladder and urethra.
• Urge incontinence: Also known as overactive bladder, this type of incontinence involves a sudden, intense urge to urinate followed by an involuntary bladder contraction and leakage. It is commonly associated with an overactive detrusor muscle, which controls bladder contractions.
• Overflow incontinence: In this type of incontinence, the bladder doesn’t empty completely, leading to a constant dribbling or leakage of urine. It can occur when the bladder muscles are unable to contract effectively or when there is an obstruction in the urinary tract.
• Functional incontinence: This type of incontinence occurs when a person has physical or cognitive impairments that make it difficult for them to reach the bathroom in time. It is not related to bladder dysfunction but rather to external factors.
• Mixed incontinence: Mixed incontinence refers to a combination of two or more types of urinary incontinence. For example, a person may experience both stress and urge incontinence simultaneously.

What causes incontinence? 

Urinary incontinence, the involuntary leakage of urine, can stem from various causes. Weak pelvic floor muscles, often due to pregnancy, childbirth, surgery, or ageing, can result in reduced bladder support and control. Hormonal changes during pregnancy and menopause can also impact bladder function. Neurological disorders like multiple sclerosis or Parkinson’s disease can disrupt the nerve signals involved in bladder control. Infections in the urinary tract, such as urinary tract infections, can lead to temporary incontinence.

Certain medications, chronic conditions like obesity or diabetes, urinary obstructions, and lifestyle factors, including excessive caffeine or alcohol consumption and sedentary habits can contribute to urinary incontinence. Understanding the underlying cause is crucial in determining the most appropriate treatment approach for managing and alleviating the symptoms of urinary incontinence. Consulting a healthcare professional is essential for proper diagnosis and guidance.

Treating incontinence with Emsella

The Emsella is basically a throne-like chair that delivers electromagnetic pulses similar to the Emsculpt treatment where electromagnetic energy is focused into a beam to stimulate muscle contractions. Instead of focusing that energy on abdominal muscles, it’s focused on your pelvic floor. It helps women that have had children who are suffering from stress incontinence or vaginal laxity to strengthen the pelvic muscles. Using high intensity focused electro-magnetic technology, Emsella delivers the equivalent of 11,000 Kegels in one 30-minute session. Kegels are those important exercises which are key to keeping your pelvic floor muscles strong.

What muscle group does it target?

Gynecologists have confirmed that Kegel exercises are effective in strengthening the muscles of the pelvic floor, which provide support to organs like the uterus, bladder, small intestine, and rectum. However, many patients struggle to perform or sustain these exercises due to their difficulty. Emsella, on the other hand, offers a solution by helping patients locate and engage these muscles more effectively. Not only does it enhance the patient’s ability to sense the muscles, but it also provides immediate improvements in control following the initial treatment session. This makes Emsella an excellent alternative for individuals who have struggled with traditional pelvic-floor therapy or who aren’t seeing a significant improvement in their incontinence.

What results can you expect?

The main improvements patients notice are a significant tightening of the pelvic floor muscle which helps to improve stress incontinence and vaginal laxity, so you will feel tightness. Emsella significantly improves the quality of our patients lives and even enables them to more easily achieve orgasm.

How long do the results last for?

The recommended number of sessions is six. Results lasts for six months, and then we recommend coming back in for another treatment at six months.

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