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Behavioral management strategies for urinary incontinence

J C Colling, D K Newman, K A McCormick

    Journal of ET Nursing : Official Publication, International Association for Enterostomal Therapy
    |January 1, 1993
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    Behavioral interventions are the primary treatment for urinary incontinence. This review details six techniques and their proven effectiveness, highlighting areas for future research.

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    Area of Science:

    • Urology
    • Gerontology
    • Behavioral Medicine

    Background:

    • Urinary incontinence affects a significant portion of the population, impacting quality of life.
    • The Agency for Health Care Policy and Research Clinical Guideline recommends behavioral interventions as first-line treatment.
    • Effective management strategies are crucial for patient well-being and healthcare resource optimization.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To define and describe six key behavioral treatment techniques for urinary incontinence.
    • To review the existing research base supporting the efficacy of these interventions.
    • To identify limitations and suggest future research directions in behavioral treatments for incontinence.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review of studies on behavioral interventions for urinary incontinence.
    • Synthesis of evidence regarding the effectiveness of six distinct behavioral techniques.
    • Identification of common themes, successes, and challenges across interventions.

    Main Results:

    • Six behavioral interventions demonstrate efficacy in managing urinary incontinence.
    • Evidence supports the use of techniques such as bladder training, pelvic floor muscle exercises, and prompted voiding.
    • Variability in study designs and outcome measures necessitates further standardization.

    Conclusions:

    • Behavioral interventions are a cornerstone in the management of urinary incontinence.
    • The reviewed techniques offer a non-invasive and effective treatment approach.
    • Further research is needed to refine protocols and address specific populations and incontinence types.

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