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We understand these problems are often embarrassing and unpredictable but with the right advice and treatment, many men will see significant improvement.
What is normal bladder function?
Did you know that going to the toilet between 4-7 times a day is normal?
Drinking 6-8 glasses of fluid each day is ideal with a bladder that can store 300-400ml.
Bladder Health is all about you having control!
Signs and symptoms of bladder problems?
- Do you leak when you cough or sneeze?
- Do you find yourself dribbling after you have finished emptying your bladder?
- Do you need to suddenly rush to the toilet with little to no warning?
- Are you only producing a slow stream of wee?
- Are you anxious to leave the house worrying you won’t be able to find a toilet in time?
- Is your prostate affecting your bladder function?
Common causes of bladder problems?
- Ageing – pelvic floor muscles become weaker, your bladder may not contract as well and you may find you have developed new bladder urgency
- Stress or anxiety can affect your bladder function
- Prostate enlargement, which occurs in every male, may cause your flow to be slow, stop and start or cause bladder urgency
- Medical conditions and medications can impact your bladder
- Alcohol, caffeine, artificial sugars and fizzy drinks may also irritate your bladder
How can we help?
Physiotherapy for bladder problems?
We understand that urinary issues are embarrassing and unpredictable. We focus on your goals and problems to create a personalized treatment plan. This may include:
- Urge delay retraining
- Gradually increasing the storage capacity or size of your bladder
- Increasing the period between visits to the toilet
- Strengthening your pelvic floor muscles so you can hold long enough to reach the toilet in time
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Our team
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