Kegel exercises -Practice stopping your urine flow a couple of times during urination to strengthen your sphincter muscle. Leg bags -Used to prevent leaks by people who have minimal or no ability to control urination. Determining whether this option is appropriate for you is also a decision your doctor can make for you. Pessaries - If pelvic floor muscles are weakened, it can cause the uterus to slip and lean against the bladder, putting pressure on it and causing stress incontinence. A device called a pessary can be inserted into the vagina to support the uterus and reduce the pressure on the bladder.
Many types are available in rings, cubes and mushroom shapes.
They can be very helpful, but they can also cause vaginal irritation in some cases. When inflated, the balloon blocks the flow of urine. It works best for people who have moderate stress incontinence. It's reported to improve the quality of life for the majority of users, but may raise the likeliness of bladder infections for some people. The ridge shaped portion of the device is what correctly positions and supports the bladder neck.