Medical and rehabilitation treatments
Urinary incontinence treatment
Diagnosis of the type of urine leakage and stepwise treatment using lifestyle measures, rehabilitation, medication or surgery.
Explained in clear language
What it is
It is important to distinguish stress, urgency, mixed incontinence and other causes. History, bladder diary, examination and basic tests guide the plan.
How it is performed
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Individual assessment and indication
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Explanation, alternatives and consent
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Procedure with appropriate safeguards
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Results, aftercare and follow-up
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Assessment and indication
The indication is decided after listening to the reason for attending, reviewing history and explaining the clinical question that needs to be answered.
How it is carried out
The technique, sample collection, device or intervention is adapted to the individual situation and explained before it starts.
Results and follow-up
The result is not interpreted in isolation: symptoms, examination, age, history and complementary tests are considered together.
Clinical interpretation
What is important to understand before deciding
What it can contribute
This procedure addresses a specific clinical question. Its usefulness depends on the indication, timing and technique being appropriate for your situation.
What it cannot determine on its own
No test or procedure should be interpreted outside its clinical context. A normal result does not dismiss persistent symptoms, and an abnormal finding does not automatically mean serious disease.
What happens afterwards
Depending on the result, the next step may be discharge, observation, repeat testing, further assessment or treatment. The plan is explained before the episode is considered complete.
Expanded information
Questions we answer during the consultation
The technical information on this page helps you prepare for the consultation. The final decision is made after assessing your circumstances and confirming that the likely benefit outweighs the risk.
Why is treatment not the same for everyone?
The same symptom may have different causes. Before treatment, the diagnosis is confirmed, contraindications are reviewed and the outcome to be measured is agreed.
When will I know whether it is working?
It depends on the treatment. Some effects are rapid and others take weeks or months. Follow-up should define the expected improvement and when to adjust or change the plan.
Can it be combined with other measures?
Often yes. Medication, lifestyle changes, physiotherapy, devices or procedures may form part of a staged and coordinated plan.
What it is used for and when
- Leakage with coughing, running, laughing or lifting.
- Strong urgency with difficulty reaching the toilet.
- Leakage after birth, menopause or surgery.
How it is performed
Treatment usually starts with low-risk measures: lifestyle, bladder training and pelvic-floor therapy. Depending on type, medication, a pessary, procedures or surgery may be added.
Preparation
No special preparation is usually needed. Bring relevant reports or results and a list of medicines and allergies. Any examination is explained beforehand and can be stopped at any time.
Tell the team beforehand if pregnancy is possible, you take anticoagulants, have allergies, active infection or a relevant medical condition. Specific instructions take priority over the general information on this page.
After the procedure
Goals, duration, monitoring and adverse effects are agreed. Do not change or stop prescribed treatment without advice.
Risks, limitations and alternatives
There is no single treatment for all leakage. Blood in urine, recurrent infection, difficulty emptying, pain or neurological symptoms require specific investigation.
Clinical judgement and evidence
Treatment is selected according to diagnosis, severity, goals, contraindications and previous response. Some technologies—including certain vaginal energy-based treatments—have variable evidence and are not a universal or automatic solution.
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