[Modification of urge incontinence by biofeedback mechanisms]

Urologe A. 1986 Sep;25(5):267-70.
[Article in German]

Abstract

Urge incontinence caused by hyperactive urethral closing mechanism can be influenced by relaxation training of the striated sphincter muscle. This is done through a biofeedback mechanism with pelvic floor EMG control. The indications are for urge incontinence with urethral hyperactivity and pelvic floor hyper-reactivity diagnosed through urodynamic examination. Twenty-two female patients with urge incontinence were treated for four weeks by biofeedback training with a portable pelvic floor EMG apparatus. The urge incontinence were improved subjectively and objectively in 73%. The therapy focused on the striated muscle seemed to have better results than therapy of the detrusor.

Publication types

  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Biofeedback, Psychology* / instrumentation
  • Electromyography* / instrumentation
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Middle Aged
  • Urinary Incontinence / therapy*
  • Urodynamics