Continence Programmes - TensCare Elise Instructions For Use Manual

5. CONTINENCE PROGRAMMES

The Elise has four preset programmes. One for each type of
incontinence and a fourth for toning of the pelvic floor muscles.
STRESS INCONTINENCE:
Shown on the screen as: "STRES"
The STRESS incontinence programme
strengthens the muscles of the pelvic floor
using gentle stimulation. Once muscular
strength has been improved these muscles
are better able to resist urinary leakage
caused by external pressure being applied
to the bladder such as with a cough, sneeze
or physical exertion.
The stimulation causes the muscles
to contract and work thereby building
their strength.
Successful treatment requires stimulation
once a day for one to three months.
Improvement starts becoming apparent
after about four weeks. It helps to keep a
record of leakage problems so that you
have an objective measure of your progress.
The sensation is like a strong drawing in of
the muscles of the vagina, pulling up of the
pelvic floor. Your natural reaction will be to
pull your muscles in and up, thereby
exercising and strengthening them.
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