Researchers are building a computerized model that could inform new, highly targeted, and less painful treatments for people with lower urinary tract conditions. With support from a $3 million, ...

Researchers are building a computerized model that could inform new, highly targeted, and less painful treatments for people with lower urinary tract conditions. With support from a $3 million, ...

Sacral neuromodulation, which is also called interstim, acts to provide a small amount of electrical stimulation to the nerves that run through the tailbone (sacrum) to the bladder. For reasons we do ...

Overactive bladder syndrome (OBS) causes a frequent, uncontrolled urge to urinate, which can interfere with a person’s daily activities and affect their mental health. A new hydrogel-based device has ...

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Implantable stimulators that provide continuous electrical stimulation to the nerves in and around the bladder can benefit carefully selected patients with ...

First-line treatment for stress incontinence may include lifestyle changes, behavioral therapy, or pelvic floor exercises. Severe cases may require special devices or surgery. Stress incontinence is a ...

Urinary incontinence can be an embarrassing problem many people face. It involves loss of bladder control that can range from occasional leakages when force is applied, such as by coughing or sneezing ...

Medically reviewed by Matthew Wosnitzer, MDKey TakeawaysBladder spasms happen when the bladder muscle squeezes without ...