A Study to Evaluate the Effectiveness of Combined Kegel Exercises And Abdominal Hypopressive Technique in Management of Stress Urinary Incontinence Among middle Aged Women In Selected Community Areas Of Dhamtari

Abstract

Stress urinary incontinence is one among the commonest problem faced by the women. Although it is not life threatening, it is a very debilitating condition which affects the quality of life of millions of women worldwide. Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) have become more common than we think, many women are secretly dealing with it as they think it's normal, part of having children or going into menopause. Pelvic floor muscle weakness is a common cause of these symptoms. Changes to the nerves controlling the bladder, bowel or pelvic floor can also result in loss of control .Bladder control problems can be embarrassing, but understanding what causes incontinence can improve the chances of getting it under control.

Urinary incontinence occurs when the muscles in the bladder that control the flow of urine contract or relax involuntarily. This results in either leaking or uncontrolled urination.

While there are many different types of urinary incontinence, the most common include stress incontinence and urge incontinence.

International Continence Society defines Stress urinary incontinence (SUI), as “the complaint of involuntary leakage of urine on effort, exertion, sneezing, or coughing”. Although it is not a life-threatening condition SUI affects the quality of women’s lives in many ways and may limit women’s social and personal relationships, as well as limiting physical activity.

Worldwide urinary incontinence is one of the most common conditions, occurring majorly in females. The frequent and repeated small leaks lead to soreness and excoriation of the vulva, and necessitate frequent changes of underclothing or the constant wearing of the protective clothing. In severe cases the woman’s life becomes a misery; she feels a social outcast and avoids leaving the house.