Pelvic floor stuff

Question 1

Describe Urge incontinence

Answer 1

Overactive bladder. Involuntary loss of urine occurring for no apparent reason

Question 2

Describe Stress incontinence

Answer 2

Due to poor closure of the bladder, insufficient strength of pelvic floor muscles (happens with coughing, sneezing, or bearing down)

Question 3

Describe Overflow Incontinence

Answer 3

Due to either poor bladder contraction or blockage of the urethra. Has constant dribbling

Question 4

Describe functional incontinence?

Answer 4

Due to medications or health problems making it difficult to reach the bathroom

Question 5

What is the first line of treatment for stress incontinence?

Answer 5

Kegels (pelvic floor strengthening)

Easier to perform in sitting than supine

Question 6

What is a treatment method for urge incontinence?

Answer 6

Make effort to increase the time between urination (retrain the bladder)