24. Understanding Stress Urinary Incontinence: Myths, Causes, and Treatments

When you think of pelvic floor therapy, chances are you also think of stress urinary incontinence (aka urinary ‘leakage’). This is probably the most widely-known (and definitely most common) issue associated with pelvic floor therapy, and it’s something we are very familiar with as pelvic floor therapists!Unfortunately, there are quite a few myths surrounding this topic, so we wanted to debunk those here. In today’s conversation, we’re discussing what stress urinary incontinence is, and who is affected (*hint - it’s not only postpartum women or those of a ‘certain’ age!). We’re diving into the root causes and symptoms of stress urinary incontinence, how your posture, constipation, nervous system, and even mindset play a critical role, our thoughts on pelvic floor devices like the EMSELLA chair, and more.Pelvic floor therapy is never a one-size-fits-all. It’s vital that you get to the root cause of WHY you’re experiencing symptoms like stress urinary incontinence, so you can improve your pelvic health and overall wellness. We get to see how transformational and truly life-changing pelvic floor therapy can be every single day as we’re treating our patients. We hope this episode gave you some valuable insights on how to manage stress urinary incontinence, and ultimately, better connect with your pelvic floor! In today’s episode about understanding stress urinary incontinence, we’re covering:What stress urinary incontinence isThe myth that only women who have had children or are of a certain age are affected by stress urinary incontinenceCommon symptoms that present with stress urinary incontinenceHow factors like poor posture, constipation, and your nervous system really come into play Why a thorough pelvic floor assessment is essential before undergoing any sort of treatmentBeing cautious with pelvic floor ‘devices’ + why pelvic rehab is a comprehensive and cost-effective solution**Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is NOT meant to be taken as individual or medical advice. These conversations are for educational purposes only. Please seek the advice of your physician or healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment.Related episodes mentioned: Episode 14 | Beyond the Myth: Understanding and Addressing Pelvic Floor TightnessConnect with us:Follow on Instagram @the.pelvis.projectFollow Megan on Instagram @kansaspelvichealthFollow Roxi on Instagram @goodlifepelvichealthCheck out Megan's websiteCheck out Roxi's website