It is estimated that 13 million Americans suffer from incontinence, which makes it fairly common. Many accept it as a normal part of aging, but it isn't, and people of any age can be helped.
Childbirth is the major cause of incontinence among women. The constant weight of the fetus and the stress of the delivery stretch the pelvic muscles. Other causes include infection, medication, immobility, hormone imbalance and problems with the nervous system. Among men, incontinence can be due to prostate problems.
Treatment is available
Your doctor should evaluate you to decide with you what treatment is appropriate. He or she may prescribe a course of physical therapy.
The physical therapists at Fairview Lakes rehabilitation department can help you retrain weakened pelvic muscles. A professional therapist can use specific treatments like biofeedback and gentle electrical stimulation in addition to exercise. This can increase your chance of significant improvement or complete recovery by eight to 10 times compared to exercise alone.
Meet our therapists
Contact information
To schedule your appointment with a specially trained physical therapist, call 651-982-7825.
Fairview Lakes Medical Center
Rehabilitation Department
5200 Fairview Blvd.
Wyoming, MN
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