Beat Stress Incontinence!
There are many types of incontinence and one of the most common that people have is stress incontinence. It is not related to psychological stress,but this type of incontinence happens when coughing, laughing, sneezing, sprinting, or heavy lifting cause pressure (stress) on your bladder, leading you to leak urine. If you have been experiencing this, it is best to have yourself checked because although incontinence is not a disease itself, it can be an indication of an underlying one.
Incontinence can be treated in a variety of ways. One of the common misunderstandings is that surgery is the first course of action. This, understandably, can deter many people from getting treatment. The truth is surgery is almost always a last resort. Before deciding on surgery, there are a number of options to consider. Here are easy practical ways to treat stress incontinence.
Say NO To Smoking.
You might be thinking, what does smoking have to do with incontinence? Well smoking isn’t related to incontinence but the coughing that results from it can cause pressure to the bladder that triggers stress incontinence. So it is better to stop smoking for the benefit of your general health as well.
Stay Hydrated.
It might sound odd that this is one way to treat incontinence, but drinking less fluid can cause urine to be more concentrated. It can irritate the bladder more causing it to be active. It might be better to intake fluid as you normally would and still drink especially if you feel thirsty. Balance is key in this because if you intake too much liqui, it can also increase the urgency to go to the bathroom.
Keep A Healthy Diet.
Another cause of weakened pelvic muscles is being overweight. So another helpful treatment is to watch your weight. Eat a healthy and balanced diet with less calories!
Exercise
If you are still able to move around and are capable of doing minimal exercises, there is an exercise that can help improve your bladder. It is called the Kegel exercise. According to studies, up to 70% of mild-to-moderate cases of incontinence can be alleviated or even cured with this method. However, you will need to perform the proper pelvic floor (Kegel) exercises on a consistent basis for three to six months for your condition to improve. It is never too late to start!
Find The Right Incontinence Pad
In order to be able to continue on your day without a worry even if you are suffering from incontinence you must find the right pad for you. Some usually use sanitary napkins, panty liners or diapers for their incontinence. But it doesn’t serve the purpose. You might still feel worried because it can still leak or sometimes you might wonder if you still smell fresh. So Sure Incontinence Pads is the pad for you! So Sure is the first in its category here in the Philippines that is scientifically and clinically proven to have antibacterial properties and it could keep you stay fresh and odour free for up to four hours! Aside from that, there is no need to worry about leaks as it absorbs two times more than other local brands. It is about time to help yourself be free from the hassle of incontinence! Get your So Sure Pads today!
Jones, S. (2021, April 26). Stop Worrying About Incontinence And Start Living. Bladder & Bowel Community. https://www.bladderandbowel.org/news/stop-worrying-incontinence-start-livin/
NHS website. (2019, November 14). 10 ways to stop leaks. Nhs.Uk. https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/urinary-incontinence/10-ways-to-stop-leaks/