In a nutshell
This study aimed to evaluate the use of magnetic stimulation (MS) therapy in the treatment of urinary incontinence (UI). This study found that MS treatment is an effective treatment for patients with UI.
Some background
Urinary incontinence is the unintentional loss of urine. Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) happens when physical movement or activity — such as coughing, sneezing, running or heavy lifting — puts pressure (stress) on the bladder. Magnetic stimulation (MS) is a new approach for treating urinary incontinence (UI). This works by stimulating the nerves in the pelvic floor.
It is unclear how effective it is.
Methods & findings
This study reviewed 11 studies including 612 patients. They filled out questionnaires to evaluate their UI. 343 patients had MS and 269 patients had placebo treatment. This means they had a fake treatment. The treatment periods were at least 2 months.
The frequency of UI was less in patients who had MS. MS improved the self-reported quality of life of patients with UI. Patients who had active MS treatment had an 8.49 times higher chance to be continent when compared to placebo patients.
The bottom line
This study found that MS treatment is an effective treatment for patients with UI.
The fine print
The studies included had different protocols. This might have influenced the results. Further research is needed in this area.
Published By :
Scientific reports
Date :
Jun 24, 2019
