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Urgeincontinence & overactive bladder

In short: With urge incontinence, the urge to urinate comes on suddenly and is hard to postpone, sometimes with urine loss on the way to the toilet. Pelvic floor and bladder training can help control the urge better. The cause should be assessed medically.

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Note: This guide does not replace medical advice or diagnosis.

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Overview

Why the urge comes on suddenly first

With an overactive bladder, the bladder muscle signals "full" even though it isn't yet: the urge comes on suddenly and strongly. This can have several causes. A well-perceived, strong pelvic floor can help control this urge better and buy time to reach the toilet. Assessing the cause belongs in medical hands.

Urge vs. stress

Two different patterns

Urge incontinence
  • Sudden, strong urge to urinate
  • Loss on the way to the toilet
  • Focus on urge control
Stress incontinence

Mixed forms are possible. Which form applies should be assessed medically ; this guide does not replace a diagnosis.

How MyPelvi helps

The pelvic floor as an ally.

A strong, well-perceived pelvic floor can help control sudden urges better. MyPelvi activates the pelvic floor in a targeted way: you sit clothed, 22 minutes, supported by trained staff. As a complement to medically recommended measures; MyPelvi does not replace treatment and makes no promises of a cure.

Frequently asked questions

Honest answers about overactive bladder.

What is urge incontinence?+
A sudden, barely controllable urge to urinate that can lead to involuntary urine loss, often on the way to the toilet. An overactive bladder is often behind it. The cause should be assessed medically.
How does it differ from stress incontinence?+
With stress incontinence the loss occurs during physical exertion (coughing, sport), with urge incontinence through a sudden urge. Mixed forms are possible; the assessment should be done medically.
Can training help with an overactive bladder?+
Pelvic floor and bladder training can support control and make the urge more manageable. Results are individual and do not replace a medical assessment of the cause.
How does MyPelvi help?+
MyPelvi activates the pelvic floor in a targeted way: you sit clothed, 22 minutes, supported by trained staff. A strong pelvic floor can help control the urge better.
What can I do in everyday life?+
General tips include, for example, balanced drinking habits and toilet routines. It's best to discuss specific measures medically; this guide does not replace advice.
When should I have it assessed medically?+
Always with frequent, sudden urges or urine loss. A medical assessment helps find the cause and choose the right measure.
What does it cost?+
Prices vary by location. The first session (trial session) is free and without obligation.

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