Urinary incontinence is a common problem in patients with neurological diseases such as Multiple Sclerosis, Stroke, Alzheimer's and Parkinson's Disease. It is a disturbing complaint that affects the patient's quality of life. Incontinence medications cannot be given to these patients because they increase the complaint of forgetfulness and have not been shown to be beneficial.
Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) is a relatively new treatment that does not require surgery and can help manage urinary incontinence.
This treatment is administered with a device that uses a low dose of electrical stimulation to stimulate nerve fibers throughout the body. By stimulating the nerves associated with urination, it helps to improve bladder control and reduce the frequency of urinary incontinence.
Scientific research has shown that TENS can be an effective treatment for urinary incontinence in patients with Alzheimer's and Parkinson's Disease. TENS treatment is safe, non-invasive. There are no known side effects. It involves treatment sessions lasting half an hour, once a week, for at least one month.