Bladder training
Bladder Training
Bladder training (pronunciation: /ˈblædər ˈtreɪnɪŋ/) is a behavioral therapy that aims to improve bladder control and increase bladder capacity. This therapy is often used for individuals suffering from Urinary Incontinence or Overactive Bladder Syndrome.
Etymology
The term "bladder training" is derived from the English words "bladder", referring to the organ that stores urine, and "training", which implies the process of learning or teaching a particular skill or type of behavior.
Definition
Bladder training involves scheduled voiding and gradually increasing the time between voiding. It is a first-line therapy for Urge Incontinence and Mixed Incontinence. The goal is to prevent leaks, manage urgency, and increase the time between trips to the bathroom.
Procedure
Bladder training typically involves the following steps:
- Scheduled Voiding: The patient starts by urinating at set, frequent intervals, such as every two hours.
- Delaying Voiding: Once the patient is comfortable with the schedule, they try to delay urination for longer periods gradually. This step helps increase bladder capacity.
- Maintaining the Schedule: The patient continues the new voiding schedule for a few weeks to several months, depending on their progress.
Related Terms
- Urinary Incontinence: A condition characterized by the involuntary leakage of urine.
- Overactive Bladder Syndrome: A condition where there is a frequent feeling of needing to urinate.
- Urge Incontinence: A type of urinary incontinence characterized by the sudden urge to urinate, followed by involuntary loss of urine.
- Mixed Incontinence: A condition where symptoms of both stress and urge incontinence are present.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Bladder training
- Wikipedia's article - Bladder training
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