Urinary Incontinence

Do you find yourself periodically rushing to the bathroom more often than usual? Urinary incontinence can develop at any age and usually takes us by surprise. This problem covers a variety of conditions and can encompass anything from a little bit of leaking urine to a major loss of bladder control. While “having the urge” does not usually suggest a serious health condition, it can be quite embarrassing and uncomfortable. The good news about treating this issue is that it doesn’t have to involve a major surgical procedure. At Grace Gynecology, we provide effective relief from this problem without the need for extensive downtime.

What Are the Types of Urinary Incontinence?

Urinary incontinence in women is usually broken up into two categories. The two types are stress incontinence and urge incontinence. Stress incontinence refers to stress on the bladder that may lead to unexpected and sudden leaking in certain situations. Urge incontinence, on the other hand, is a sudden and overwhelming desire to evacuate the bladder as soon as possible. Both can be very distressing, especially if you are experiencing this problem for the first time.

What Causes Urinary Incontinence?

One of the most common causes of urinary incontinence occurs as a consequence of pregnancy. This is the case because pregnancy and childbirth weaken pelvic floor muscles, meaning less support for the bladder. Multiple pregnancies and the effects of aging can exacerbate this condition. While not everyone will experience incontinence as they get older or after pregnancy, some incontinence is not all that uncommon.

How Do We Address Urinary Incontinence?

Here at Grace Gynecology, we provide the MonaLisa Touch® and TempSure® Vitalia treatments for women struggling with urinary incontinence. These treatment options are non-invasive and can provide effective relief from incontinence without the need for downtime or surgery. Treatments typically take under an hour and leave you with long-lasting results.