Practical Advice

Out of the six types of urinary incontinence, stress incontinence and urge incontinence are the most common. Read on to find out the distinct differences of the two.

Pelvic floor exercises are often recommended as the first line of treatment for stress incontinence. The exercises, also known as kegels, are designed to strengthen the pelvic floor. Your kegel muscles, or pubococcygeus (PC) muscles, provide support for bladder, uterus, and bowel; if they’re weakened, you may have trouble controlling your bladder or bowel.

Prostate cancer affected an estimated 2.8 million men in the United States last year, according to cancer.org. It is the most common cancer – after skin cancer – among American men, and approximately 1 in 6 men will be diagnosed with the disease in his lifetime. Fortunately, the survival rate is quite high if the cancer is detected and treated early.

Happy 1st Birthday to us! We started the National Incontinence blog on Sept. 1 of last year, and 367 days later, we’re still going strong. Our blog has attracted hundreds of viewers looking for tips and answers on how to treat their incontinence problems. We’ve discussed everything from prostate problems to the history of kegels, but here are our top five favorite posts of this past year.

Many men will experience bladder leakage after prostate surgery. Simple tasks and movements, such as riding a bike, sneezing, and getting up from a seated position, can all result in you wetting yourself. This loss of bladder control can last a few weeks or months, and can cause men to feel embarrassed and withdraw from social activities.

Planning a vacation this August? The last thing you want to worry about is an embarrassing wet accident. Whether you’re going on a day trip or going on a week-long cruise, it’s important to plan ahead and learn how to manage your bladder control problems. Here are some tips on how to have a stress-free vacation with incontinence.

What is a bladder diary?

A bladder diary is essentially a daily record of your urination habits and activities that may have contributed to said habits. The diary should show:

• when and how much you urinate
• any urinary leakage you’ve experienced and what you were doing when it happened (e.g. running, biking, laughing)...

Caregivers, if you plan on traveling with your elderly parent this summer, you must first prepare on how to accommodate for your loved one’s needs. From incontinence products to senior-friendly activities, there’s a lot to take into consideration. The travel tips below are ideal for those who are limited in mobility and/or suffer from incontinence issues.

For anyone who’s new to the world of incontinence products, here’s a brief guide on what types of disposables and reusables are available on the market.

With all the talk of Kate Middleton and the royal baby (it’s a boy!), I thought it’d be appropriate to revisit the topic of incontinence after giving birth.

As many as 70% of women will experience bladder leakage, or stress incontinence, during or after pregnancy. You may unexpectedly leak urine while sneezing, laughing, coughing, exercising, or doing anything that puts pressure onto your bladder.

It’s finally Friday! But while you may want to enjoy the sun, this scorching heat wave we’re currently experiencing can be torturous – especially if you’re wearing an incontinence diaper. As you start to sweat, your private area gets super moist and itchy, to the point where it just becomes unbearable. However, there are some simple ways to keep cool during the summer while managing incontinence.

Most times, incontinence occurs without warning. This is worrisome, especially when you’re basking in the sun on a tropical island or exploring and sightseeing all our world has to offer. To prevent embarrassing leakage situations and stay dry and fresh at all times, pack a travel kit with all your incontinence essentials. Here’s what you’ll need to enjoy your vacation while managing your bladder control problems.