In a nutshell This study aimed to investigate the use of group behavioral therapy (GBT) to treat urinary incontinence (UI) in women. This study found that GBT is a promising treatment option for UI. Some background Urinary incontinence (UI) is the unintentional loss of urine. Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) happens when...
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In a nutshell This study looked at the use of a surgical sling to treat urinary stress incontinence (USI – leakage of urine from the bladder when coughing or straining). The study found that the MiniArc sling continues to be safe and effective after 5 years. Some background USI is a common problem, especially among middle-aged and older...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study examined the benefit of stabilization exercises focusing on pelvic floor muscles for women with both lower back pain and stress urinary incontinence. Researchers reported improved urinary incontinence and lower back pain among women undergoing physiotherapy and the stabilization exercises. Some background Pelvic floor...
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In a nutshell This study investigated what can predict treatment success of pelvic-floor muscle training (PFMT) for stress urinary incontinence. Authors reported that short-term result, regular PFMT training and older age can predict treatment success with PFMT at 1 year. Some background Stress urinary incontinence affects between 10 and 35% of...
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