Incontinence

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Incontinence refers to an inability to fully control the emptying of the bladder It is a common and often embarrassing problem. The severity of urinary incontinence ranges from occasionally leaking urine during cough or sneeze to having an urge to urinate that's so sudden and strong that unable to rush to the toilet in time. Anxiety, emotions, heavy lifting may also trigger the release of a few drops or more of urine from the bladder.

Causes

• Weak pelvic- floor muscles
• Prostate problems
• Urinary tract infection
• Constipation
• Gynaecological problems
• Obesity
• Strokes
• Smoking
• Old age
• Stress
• Spinal injuries
• Bladder cancer or stones

Action plans

• Eat plenty of green vegetables which high in calcium and magnesium needed fir proper muscle and nerve contraction and relaxation.
• Reduce the intake of salt, alcohol, caffeine and chocolate which can put a strain on the kidneys.
• Practice pelvic-floor exercises daily which involve the isolation and contraction of the muscles that control flow of urine.
• Perform a daily massage at the lower abdominal area.
• Apply heat to the kidney area either via hot water bottle or hot compress.