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    • Biofeedback can enhance PFME efficacy.

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    • To identify key components of biofeedback-assisted PFME for urge incontinence.
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    Main Methods:

    • Participants underwent biofeedback-assisted pelvic floor muscle exercises.
    • Treatment protocols included urge suppression techniques.
    • Patient responses were monitored throughout the intervention.

    Main Results:

    • Biofeedback-assisted PFME, particularly with urge suppression, demonstrated significant benefits.
    • Early identification of treatment responders was feasible.
    • Effective responders required fewer treatment sessions.

    Conclusions:

    • Urge suppression combined with pelvic floor muscle exercises is crucial for treating urge incontinence.
    • Early responder identification optimizes treatment duration and resource allocation.
    • Biofeedback enhances the effectiveness of pelvic floor rehabilitation for incontinence.