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4. TYPES OF INCONTINENCE
There are three types of incontinence: Stress, Urge, and Mixed.
• Stress Incontinence
Describes the involuntary leakage of urine when a person coughs,
sneezes, strains or makes sudden movements. It is particularly
common in women and occurs when the bladder neck and the
other mechanisms that act to hold urine in the bladder are not
working properly. This type of incontinence can be influenced by
pregnancy, childbirth and menopause.
• Urge Incontinence
Describes an overactive bladder. A person may experience a
strong and sudden urge to go to the toilet but are not always able
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to hold on, or have to
go so frequently that it becomes
inconvenient. It can be caused by diabetes or a urinary tract
infection, or by a nerve-affecting disorder like stroke, Alzheimer's
disease, or multiple sclerosis. In some cases, it can be an early
sign of bladder cancer.
• Mixed Incontinence
Is a combination of both Stress and Urge Incontinence
5. THE ADVANTAGES OF "Elise"
• It can reduce leakage - not simply contain it
• It is drug-free
• It is easy to use
• It is discreet
• It may help to avoid surgery
• It may improve sexual pleasure
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6. HOW "Elise" WORKS
Electrical stimulation consists of temporarily placing electrodes in
the vagina/anus. Small pulses of electricity generate muscle
contractions and can help women identify how to do the
contractions themselves.
Research has shown that 30% of women who experience
incontinence are unable to voluntarily contract the pelvic floor
muscle and require additional assistance to aid their pelvic floor
training.
The Pelvic Floor Exercisers can play a vital role in educating women
about their pelvic floor and the sensation they should feel when
doing pelvic floor exercises. For best results, it is recommended to
use Pelvic Floor Exerciser in conjunction with Kegel Exercises.
The "Elise", through a vaginal probe or pads, sends a gentle
electrical stimulation to your pelvic floor muscles using clinically
recognised programs. The "Elise" sends small pulses of electricity
to generate muscle contractions and can help you identify how to do
the contractions on your own. The "Elise" is the result of
considerable research and consultation with continence advisors.
It is also possible to treat urinary and faecal incontinence in both
males and females using an anal probe. See section 15 for more
details.
Please note that we recommend the Liberty Vaginal Probe (as
supplied with the unit) and accessories listed on page 39, as the
unit has been tested with these.
In some instances, where a probe is not appropriate - particularly
with Urge Incontinence - it is possible to treat incontinence by using
electrode pads placed on the body. See page 30 for more details.
If in doubt contact your healthcare professional before using
the "Elise".
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