13th Jan, 2025
Sacral neuromodulation (SNM) is an advanced, minimally invasive treatment designed to improve bladder and bowel control for individuals with overactive bladder (OAB), urinary retention, and fecal incontinence. It is an amazingly simple and life-changing procedure for around 90% of people who have not responded well to medications or other therapies. However, like any medical intervention, SNM is not universally effective, and its success depends on… Read more »
27th Dec, 2024
Sacral neuromodulation is one of those technology things that “just works.” You don't have to think about it, do anything about it, or push any buttons. Once implanted during a 20-minute painless minor procedure, it simply works to resolve bladder and bowel leakage. But what makes you a good candidate for sacral neuromodulation? Here's the short answer: A good candidate for sacral neuromodulation (SNM) is… Read more »
6th Dec, 2024
A few people have wondered if sacral neuromodulation might interfere with their cardiac pacemaker. The answer is no; the two are both entirely safe, even when used together, but let me elaborate a bit. Sacral neuromodulation (SNM) is considered safe for individuals with cardiac pacemakers because of their key mechanisms and safety measures. Both are types of pacemakers, but they act in different areas of… Read more »
25th Oct, 2024
Sacral neuromodulation (SNM) is an effective treatment for urinary and fecal incontinence, offering life-changing results for patients who have not responded to more conservative treatments. However, many patients considering this option are understandably concerned about the cost. The good news is that sacral neuromodulation is widely covered by Medicare and private insurance plans, provided patients meet certain criteria. But let's discuss actual costs—how much is… Read more »
18th Oct, 2024
Fecal incontinence isn't a topic that many people feel comfortable discussing. And unfortunately, that goes for many physicians as well. But as an expert pelvic floor physician and surgeon, I'm happy to talk about fecal incontinence, a distressing condition characterized by the involuntary loss of stool. More specifically, I'm happy to answer questions about treatment options, which range from conservative therapies to more advanced interventions,… Read more »
4th Oct, 2024
As the director of a Continence Center, I am dedicated to staying at the forefront of advancements in the treatment of incontinence. Over the past few years, significant progress has been made in addressing both urinary and fecal incontinence—two conditions that significantly impact the quality of life for millions of people worldwide. While there are numerous treatments available, the newest and most effective therapy to… Read more »
27th Sep, 2024
As the director of a continence center, I understand how frustrating and life-altering incontinence can be. Patients often ask, “Does incontinence ever go away?” Unfortunately, incontinence is a progressive condition, which means it typically only worsens with time unless you take steps to manage it. While bladder or bowel leakage can be challenging, it is highly treatable, and most patients experience significant improvement or even… Read more »
6th Sep, 2024
Sacral neuromodulation (SNM) has emerged as a revolutionary treatment for both urinary and fecal incontinence, offering significant benefits with very few side effects. As the director of The Continence Center here in northern Nevada, I have found that one of the most appealing aspects of SNM is its favorable safety profile. While every medical treatment carries some potential risks, sacral neuromodulation tends to be associated… Read more »
23rd Aug, 2024
Incontinence affects well over 25 million adults in the United States—even if many manage the symptoms in silence because they're largely unaware of the most effective treatments. Far too many people manage their incontinence with adult pads and diapers. As you might image, the economic landscape surrounding incontinence management is therefore characterized by rising expenditures on disposable or reusable products. The cost implications are enormous,… Read more »
2nd Aug, 2024
Today, neuromodulation exists at the intersection of biology and physics to resolve overactive bladder and incontinence using a 20-minute, painless procedure with a 93% success rate. So how did we get here, and where did this life-changing medical technology come from? Neuromodulation—the process of altering nerve activity through targeted electrical or chemical stimuli—has a fascinating, not to mention, ancient, history. Development of Modern Neuromodulation Techniques… Read more »