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Bladder, urinary and pelvic problems
Bladder conditions are often something we don’t like to talk about. Urinary incontinence is a very common problem in aging women. Older men can also suffer from lower urinary tract symptoms, often as a result of an enlarged prostate. Our resources can help facilitate a conversation to better understand symptoms and treatment options for various urinary and pelvic conditions.
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Bladder training for overactive bladder: Where does the evidence stand?
Evidence demonstrates that bladder training may help folks with an overactive bladder and the need for more research. -
4 populations that can benefit from home-based exercise
Research highlights how four populations can benefit from leveraging their homes for physical activity. -
Reviewing conservative treatments for urinary incontinence in women
Can women lean on conservative treatments for urinary incontinence? Research highlights where the evidence lies for different options. -
Finding success with non-drug treatments: 4 common conditions that can benefit
Are you living with dementia, high blood pressure, or urinary incontinence? See what the research has to say about your options for non-drug treatments. Hint: promising possibilities lie ahead. -
Can pelvic floor muscle training be a solution for leaky bladder woes in women?
Don’t let the battle with your bladder take hold of your life and your ability to live it to the fullest. Research provides promise through the support of pelvic floor muscle training. -
Telehealth: A new fix for an old problem – helping people with chronic conditions take better care of themselves
Is chronic illness getting you down? Telehealth is a promising way for you to connect with your health care provider and better manage your condition. -
Vaginal estrogen relieves common menopause symptoms
Menopause may be a natural and inevitable phase in a woman’s life but it often comes with uncomfortable and irritating symptoms. Vaginal estrogen is an effective treatment option. -
Erectile dysfunction treatment options
Erectile dysfunction may be an awkward topic of discussion for some, but it’s a very common condition that affects up to half of all men over the age of 40. Find out what the research says about erectile dysfunction treatment options. -
'Plumbing' problems? Ultrasound an easier way to detect bladder obstructions
Lower urinary tract symptoms (problems urinating) could be caused by an obstruction. The usual procedure for detecting an obstruction is invasive and uncomfortable. Evidence shows a simpler method is just as accurate. -
Improved treatments provide relief for men with lower urinary tract symptoms
It isn’t something we tend to talk about, or even think about, until there’s a problem. Lower urinary tract symptoms are annoying at best and debilitating at worst. New research shows that combination drug treatment can offer improved long-term symptom relief for this common condition. -
Screening for prostate cancer: What you should know about the PSA test
The PSA test is an option for men thinking about being screened for prostate cancer but the harms may outweigh the benefits. -
Urinary incontinence in aging females: When can medications help?
Urinary incontinence is a very common problem in aging women. When conservative measures (pelvic floor training, lifestyle changes) don't work some drugs can help for some types of incontinence. -
If I laugh too hard, I’ll pee my pants! Social isolation and urinary incontinence: there are many effective treatments.
There are many effective treatments for incontinence, so talk to your health professional, and stop suffering in isolation.
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