Three Non Surgical Treatments for Urinary Incontinence
Urinary incontinence – embarrassing bladder leakage – affects millions of women around the world. But while the involuntary leakage of urine can significantly impact a woman’s quality of life, many women are too embarrassed to seek treatment. Other women avoid seeking medical help because they have heard horror stories about the complications of bladder surgery.
The good news is that new, state-of-the-art, nonsurgical incontinence treatments are available that mean no woman has to suffer in silence with the embarrassment of urine leaks. Dr. Hetal Gor, OBGYN at Better U Medical Spa in the Tenafly, NJ area, is dedicated to empowering women with the knowledge and the advanced nonsurgical treatments they need to remedy bladder leaks and get their lives back.
Types of Urinary Incontinence
Before delving into the causes of bladder leaks, it’s important to understand that there are different types of urinary incontinence.
Stress Incontinence occurs when physical activities like coughing, sneezing, laughing, or exercise cause a sudden urine leak due to weakened pelvic floor muscles. Urge Incontinence – also known as overactive bladder – involves a strong and very sudden urge to urinate, often leading to leakage before reaching the restroom.
And for some unfortunate patients, mixed Incontinence is a combination of both stress and urge incontinence, where women experience symptoms of both types.
Causes of Urinary Incontinence in Women
One of the primary causes of urinary incontinence, particularly stress incontinence, is weakened pelvic floor muscles. These muscles support the bladder and play a crucial role in bladder control. The physical strain of pregnancy and the stretching of pelvic muscles during childbirth can lead to damage or weakening of the pelvic floor muscles, resulting in urinary incontinence.
Estrogen, a hormone that helps maintain the health of the urethra and bladder, decreases during menopause. This can also lead to decreased muscle tone and contribute to urinary incontinence as a woman gets older.
Additionally, certain chronic conditions, such as diabetes and obesity, can increase the risk of urinary incontinence. Diabetes can affect nerve function, including those responsible for bladder control. Urinary Tract Infections (UTI) can cause temporary irritation of the bladder, leading to urge incontinence or an increased frequency of urination. And, neurological disorders that affect nerve signals between the brain and the bladder, such as multiple sclerosis, can result in urinary incontinence.
Certain medications, especially diuretics and sedatives, can also impact bladder control and contribute to urinary incontinence.
Lifestyle factors can also contribute to urinary incontinence. Regular participation in high-impact sports or activities can put strain on the pelvic floor muscles and lead to stress incontinence. While smoking is associated with chronic coughing, which can weaken the pelvic floor muscles and increase the risk of stress incontinence. Additionally, consuming caffeine and artificial sweeteners in excess can irritate the bladder lining and exacerbate symptoms of urge incontinence.
Top 3 Urinary Incontinence Treatments
Dr. Hetal Gor, OBGYN at Better U Medical Spa in the Tenafly area, is dedicated to providing innovative solutions for women’s health concerns. Among these solutions are three top urinary incontinence treatments: FormaV radiofrequency treatment, FemiLift Laser, and VTone. These revolutionary procedures have transformed the lives of hundreds of women in the Tenafly, NJ area by effectively addressing urinary incontinence and eliminating embarrassing bladder leaks.
FormaV Radiofrequency Treatment for Urinary Incontinence
FormaV radiofrequency treatment is a breakthrough non-surgical solution designed to address the underlying causes of urinary incontinence and rejuvenate the pelvic region. This innovative treatment utilizes advanced radiofrequency technology to stimulate collagen production, improve blood circulation, and tighten the tissues within the vaginal canal.
FormaV treatment is gentle, comfortable, non-surgical treatment that requires no downtime.
During the treatment, a specialized FormaV device is inserted into the vaginal canal. The device emits controlled radiofrequency energy, which gently heats the tissue layers within the vaginal walls. The radiofrequency energy stimulates collagen production, leading to tissue remodeling and improved elasticity of the vaginal walls.
As collagen levels increase, the vaginal tissues become tighter and more resilient. This helps improve support to the bladder and reduces the occurrence of urinary incontinence. FormaV treatment sessions are relatively quick, often lasting only 30 minutes, making it easy to incorporate into a busy lifestyle.
Unlike surgical options, FormaV is non-invasive and comfortable, requiring no incisions or downtime. And as an added benefit, many patients report enhanced sexual satisfaction as FormaV treatment can lead to improved vaginal tightness and sensitivity.
FemiLift Laser Treatment for Urinary Incontinence
FemiLift is a cutting-edge, non-surgical treatment that harnesses laser technology to restore pelvic health and alleviate the symptoms of urinary incontinence. This innovative procedure employs fractional CO2 laser technology to rejuvenate and revitalize the vaginal tissues, addressing both the functional and aesthetic aspects of the intimate area.
The slender FemiLift handpiece is inserted into the vaginal canal, delivering precise laser energy to the tissue layers. This energy stimulates collagen production and promotes tissue regeneration. As collagen levels increase, the vaginal tissues become firmer, tighter, and more resilient. This contributes to improved bladder support and reduces urinary incontinence. The laser energy also enhances blood circulation to the area, promoting healing and tissue rejuvenation.
FemiLift directly addresses the underlying causes of urinary incontinence by restoring pelvic floor strength and improving vaginal tissue health. And it is a non-invasive treatment that requires no incisions or anesthesia. Patients typically report minimal discomfort during the procedure and sessions are usually completed in around 30 minutes.
In addition to reducing or eliminating bladder leaks, many women report improved sexual satisfaction and enhanced vaginal tightness following FemiLift treatment.
Vtone Muscle Stimulation for Urinary Incontinence
Vtone Intravaginal Electrical Muscle Stimulation (EMS) is a groundbreaking treatment that harnesses the power of muscle building technology to strengthen and rejuvenate the pelvic floor muscles.
During Vtone urinary incontinence treatment, a thin device is inserted into the vaginal canal. This device emits controlled electrical pulses that stimulate the pelvic floor muscles. The electrical pulses cause the pelvic floor muscles to contract and relax in a way that mimics natural muscle movement during exercises – simulating thousands of “Kegels” in just a few minutes.
With each session, the pelvic floor muscles are strengthened by the thousands of EMS “Kegels”. This directly targets and strengthens the weakened pelvic floor muscles, enhancing their strength and function to address urinary incontinence.
Vtone urinary incontinence treatment is non-invasive, painless, and generally well-tolerated by patients. Sessions are short, typically lasting only 20 to 30 minutes. And patients can resume their daily activities immediately after the treatment session.
Urinary Incontinence Treatments | Tenafly, NJ Area
Dr. Hetal Gor, OBGYN at Better U Medical Spa, in the Tenafly area is dedicated to providing personalized care and innovative treatments that empower women to reclaim their well-being and quality of life. If you’re looking to take control of your intimate wellness and improve urinary incontinence symptoms, schedule a consultation to explore the benefits of FemiLift, FormaV and Vtone treatments.
Dr. Hetal Gor, OBGYN at Better U Medical Spa will take the time to discuss your symptoms, conduct an exam, and help you determine which transformative solution for urinary incontinence is best for you. Schedule a consultation today and take the first step to saying goodbye to bladder leaks – and getting your life back on track.