Bladder urgency and urge incontinence
A sudden, powerful urge to urinate, sometimes with leaks, is more common than you think. Around 1 in 6 men over 40 live with overactive bladder symptoms, often linked to bladder or prostate changes.
Symptoms of bladder urgency and urge incontinence
Urgency or urge incontinence in men is often linked to bladder overactivity, sometimes triggered by prostate enlargement (benign prostatic hyperplasia). Symptoms include powerful urges to urinate, frequent trips to the bathroom, and leakage before reaching the toilet. Common triggers include running water, putting the key in the front door, or even sudden changes in position or temperature. This can be disruptive and frustrating, affecting sleep, work, and social life.
Treatments for bladder urgency and incontinence
At Lift and Revive, we take a holistic, physiotherapy-led approach to managing urge incontinence and overactive bladder symptoms.
Your treatment may include:
Pelvic health physiotherapy to assess bladder and pelvic floor function, retrain bladder habits, and improve pelvic floor strength, coordination and holding patterns.
Bladder education and lifestyle strategies to help you gradually increase bladder capacity and reduce urgency triggers.
Advanced, non-invasive technology such as the Emsella chair (which strengthens pelvic floor muscles through electromagnetic stimulation).
This evidence-based option can be used as an adjunct if appropriate to help you regain bladder control, reduce urgency, and feel more confident in everyday life.
