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with Dr. Sarah Boyles

This episode explores various neuromodulation devices designed to help women manage overactive bladder. I talk about the symptoms of overactive bladder and the common treatments such as pelvic floor exercises, behavioral changes, and medications. The episode features clips from interviews with leaders in the field discussing devices like Vivally, Zida Control Sock, Revi, Ecoin, and sacral nerve stimulators. Each device has its unique approach and benefits, ranging from non-invasive wearables to implantable stimulators, offering patients multiple options for managing their symptoms. The episode aims to provide an overview of these technologies to help listeners make informed decisions about their treatment options.

If you’re interested in learning more about any of these devices you can listen to the full episode for each of these or visit there websites:

S2E27: Vivally – Innovative Solution for Overactive Bladder with Jill Schiaparelli https://www.buzzsprout.com/2112419/episodes/15385805
Vivally website: https://avation.com/

S2E35: Innovations in Overactive Bladder Solutions with Isaac Oppenheim
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2112419/episodes/16000060
Zida website https://livezida.com/

S2E30: Exploring the Revi Device for Overactive Bladder with Dr. Rebecca McCrery
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2112419/episodes/15791195
Revi website: https://bluewindmedical.com/
Instagram @bluewindmedical
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/bluewindmedical

S1E43:eCoinTibial Implant: Jane’s Personal Journeyhttps://www.buzzsprout.com/2112419/episodes/14159579
Ecoin website: https://ecoin.us/

S1E33: What is Axonics for overactive bladder?https://www.buzzsprout.com/2112419/episodes/13424990
Axonics website: https://www.axonics.com/
Instagram@ axonics
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/axonics/

In this episode, I address the challenges many women face when traveling with bladder issues, particularly around the holidays. With comprehensive advice on managing urge incontinence and stress incontinence while traveling. For those with urge incontinence, I offer three key tips:

• Identifying bladder irritants and avoiding them on travel days
• Practicing urge suppression techniques
• Consulting a physician about short-acting bladder medications

For women with stress incontinence, I suggest using over-the-counter pessaries such as Impressa or Uresta. Additionally, I highlight the importance of having a backup plan, like wearing incontinence pads or underwear and using bathroom finder apps to alleviate travel anxiety. The overall goal is to help women travel confidently and enjoyably without being hindered by bladder issues.