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THE OVERACTIVE BLADDER CARE CONTINUUM
OVERACTIVE BLADDER MANAGEMENT THROUGH BEHAVIOR MODIFICATION
BLADDER CONTROL PRODUCTS
TO MANAGE OVERACTIVE BLADDER
MEDICATIONS FOR OVERACTIVE BLADDER

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WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU FIRST REALIZE YOU HAVE INCONTINENCE

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Having incontinence can be embarrassing, but there are things that you can do to improve your condition. 

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If you’ve just realized you have incontinence, first understand that you're not the only one.

 

Over 30 million Americans suffer from incontinence.   

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You are not alone. 

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The NAFC put together a step-by-step guide to help you on your road to a solution. 

 

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Start taking charge of your incontinence:

 

STEP 1: TAKE IMMEDIATE ACTION

Finding a long-term solution is the goal, but in the meantime, start here to find some ways to immediately manage your incontinence.

 

STEP 2: ASSESS YOUR CONDITION

Once you start figuring out what triggers your incontinence, you'll be able to determine your best treatment plan.

 

STEP 3: MEASURE YOUR PELVIC FLOOR STRENGTH

This step may seem intimidating at first, but it’s an important one that gives you a baseline and teaches you where your pelvic floor muscles are.

 

STEP 4: PELVIC FLOOR EXERCISES

Strengthening your pelvic floor muscles is one of the best things you can do to combat incontinence.  

 

STEP 5: DEVELOP A VOIDING STRATEGY

Did you know that you can train your bladder and bowel to empty at specific times?  

 

STEP 6: SEEK PROFESSIONAL HELP

You may reach a point in your journey where you need a little more guidance. Learn when you should seek the help of a professional.

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For more information on this topic, go to NAFC website.

You can start taking back control of your bladder & life by keeping a bladder journal for a few days to see patterns in your bladder control problems, and from there you can make adjustments. 
 
This is an easy first step that you can do at home.
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Download your own 3 Day Holistic

Bladder Control Journal  

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Click Here

Notice if there are any foods or drinks associated with your bladder control problems. 

Eliminate those foods and see if there is a difference. 
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CLICK on photo to download your free Step By Step Guide from the National Association for Continence.

I understand that you may not know where to start, or know how to put the pieces of the "how-to-get-back-control-of-your-bladder-and-life puzzle" together.

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I offer my experience and compassion to help you achieve your best possible healthy bladder and self.

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~ Susan Rinkus Farrell

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Life is just too short
to live with something
that is so treatable.

Be sure to check out these other resources: 

National Association for Continence 

The Simone Foundation for Continence

American Urological Association

North American Menopause Society 

 
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