Biofeedback and timed voiding or bladder training are treatments that work together. Biofeedback involves the use of electrical measuring devices to track when bladder and urethral muscles contract, allowing the patient to gain better control. During timed voiding, a patient fills in a chart of voiding and leaking episodes. Patterns indicate when a patient should empty the bladder to avoid incontinence. Biofeedback and bladder training are used to alter the bladder s schedule for storing and eliminating urine.
Medications can be effective in treating incontinence.
Medications can work by inhibiting the contractions of an overactive bladder or by relaxing the muscles allowing for complete bladder emptying during urination. Other medications work by tightening the muscles at the bladder neck or urethra, preventing leakage. Some medications have proved to have side effects when used over a long period of time. Patients should be aware of the risks and long-term effects of medications for incontinence. All incontinence conditions are treatable.