InterStim Therapy
Women who suffer from an overactive bladder or the inability to retain urine can find hope with InterStim therapy to regain the confidence they need to regain bladder control
Thousands of women must endure the embarrassment and anxiety caused by the inability to hold urine due to having an overactive bladder. Anxiety, stress, self-consciousness, and a constant feeling that they can have an “accident” can decrease their quality of life. However, InterStim therapy has proven to be an effective medical solution that gives women hope for a life without worries about their condition.
InterStim therapy uses a surgical implant for sacral neuromodulation—that is, the stimulation of the sacral nerves—to promote communication between the tailbone area and the brain. The procedure is often used when other medical treatments have not produced the desired outcome.
Early warning symptoms of an overactive bladder that may require InterStim therapy include:
- Frequent trips to the bathroom throughout the day
- Inability to hold/retain urine for long periods of time
- A sudden urge to “go” that can result in an accidental release of urine
- Releasing urine during stress or high emotions
Since InterStim therapy is FDA-approved, patients can feel confident that the treatment can help them regain the quality of life they have lost as a result of an overactive bladder. The time it takes to restore a healthy urinary function can vary by patient and it has a minimal recovery period that can be managed with pain medication.
Life should not be challenged with issues like an overactive bladder when modern medicine offers treatments such as InterStim therapy. The opportunity to address your concerns starts with a consultation with Dr. Christopher Walker, an expert urogynecologist with more than two decades of experience helping women enduring conditions related to the urinary system.
Dr. Christopher Walker has also excelled as a compassionate medical practitioner who has been helping women regain their confidence, wellness and a favorable outlook on life. Through his effective and diligent health care, Dr. Walker’s treatment plan is supported by the team of medical professionals at UroGyn Specialists who tend to the specific needs of every patient. Their focus on women’s health and the application of urogynecology treatments makes their team the most capable for addressing overactive bladder issues with InterStim therapy.
Contact UroGyn Specialists of Florida and schedule a consultation with Dr. Christopher Walker to address your overactive bladder issue with InterStim therapy.