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Urinary incontinence

Urinary incontinence is the involuntary loss of urine: when you cough, laugh, run or lift, or with an urge that leaves no time to reach the toilet. Physiotherapy aims to identify what contributes to leakage and improve bladder control.

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What it is

It may happen when you cough, laugh, run or lift, or come with a sudden need to get to the toilet and not arriving in time. It affects women and men, and can interfere with exercise, work, social life or intimacy.

Physiotherapy aims to identify the factors that contribute to leakage and improve bladder control through personalised, individualised and specific treatment.

Who it is for

  • People who leak urine with effort, such as coughing, laughing, running or lifting.
  • Urgency with leakage, or difficulty reaching the toilet in time.
  • Continence difficulties after pregnancy, birth or prostate surgery.

Good to know

  • If symptoms point to a problem that needs a medical diagnosis, we arrange a referral; physiotherapy does not replace those investigations.
  • Bring medical reports or previous tests if you have them. When you book, we let you know if any preparation is needed.
Step by step

How care works at Traña

  1. 01

    First visit

    We talk about leakage, how often it happens, what triggers it, and your fluid and toileting habits.

  2. 02

    What we assess

    We assess pelvic floor function, how it coordinates with the abdomen and breathing, the response during effort, and other relevant factors such as the aftermath of surgery or birth.

  3. 03

    Plan

    Once we understand what is driving the leakage, the specialist gives the most suitable recommendations for treatment.

What we aim for

Goals of care

Improve bladder control, reduce the impact of leakage, and make everyday, social or exercise activities easier. Goals and progress are reviewed during care and at the end of the plan indicated by the therapist.

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Frequently asked questions

Before your visit

What people most often ask before booking this consultation at Traña.

Is it normal to leak urine when I exercise?

It is common, but it should not be treated as inevitable. It is worth assessing what happens during effort.

Do I only need Kegel exercises?

Not necessarily. First we need to understand how you contract, relax and coordinate the muscles.

Should I stop drinking water?

It is not a good idea to restrict fluids on your own. We review amount, timing and possible triggers in your case.

How many sessions will I need?

It depends on the type of incontinence, the findings and how you progress. The plan is set after the assessment and adjusted in follow-up if needed.

Does this sound familiar? Let’s talk about your case.

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