Treatment Options for Fecal Incontinence

Simple solutions can help some people, but may not work very well or at all for others, such as dietary modification, physical therapy, bowel retraining, and medications. If these treatments don’t deliver the results you expect, you may have more options: minimally invasive treatments and surgical options. When traditional treatments fall short, sacral neuromodulation offers a personalized solution that restores control and dignity. By targeting the sacral nerves responsible for bladder and bowel function, this innovative therapy provides discreet and effective relief, allowing you to get back to the activities you love.

Minimally Invasive Treatment Option

Sacral neuromodulation therapy involves implanting a device that sends mild electrical pulses to the sacral nerves, which are connected to the bladder and bowel. By modulating these nerves, it can improve or eliminate bladder overactivity and urinary leakage. This therapy has been clinically proven to reduce accidents and significantly improve quality of life, including lifestyle, coping ability, embarrassment, and depression. Before committing to long-term therapy, patients can try the sacral neuromodulation therapy for about a week during an evaluation phase. During the trial, leads (wires) are placed near the nerve that communicates with the bladder and bowel. These leads are engineered with advanced coil technology to stay in place during daily activities.

Patients wear a belt with an external device and record their symptoms during the evaluation. Based on the results, patients and their healthcare providers decide whether to proceed with implanting the device for long-term care.