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Completely updated to reflect current practice, the 3rd edition of this comprehensive resource provides a multi-disciplinary, in-depth review of the physiology of continence, the pathologic mechanisms producing incontinence, and current treatment options for the various types of incontinence. Assessment, behavioral therapies, and multidisciplinary care are emphasized as key elements in the treatment and management of incontinence. In addition to the life-span content discussed throughout the book, an entire chapter is devoted to bowel and bladder management in children.

• Authored and contributed by leaders in the Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurses Society (WOCN).
  
• Provides an in-depth review of the physiology of continence, the pathologic mechanisms producing incontinence, and current treatment options to facilitate optimal assessment and care.
  
• Features detailed assessment guidelines to help clinicians accurately identify causative and contributing factors, and implement of a comprehensive management plan.
  
• Discusses urinary incontinence and fecal incontinence in separate sections to address the special considerations for each in an organized, focused, easy-to-use format.
  
• Features individual, complete chapters for each of the following types of incontinence: stress, functional, reflex (neurogenic bladder), and overactive bladder (urge incontinence).
  
• Devotes separate chapters to Pathology & Management of Postprostatectomy Incontinence and Bowel and Bladder Management in Children to ensure comprehensive coverage of these topics.
  
• Offers life-span content to help clinicians provide appropriate care for patients in every stage of life.
  
• Includes self-assessment questions with answers and rationales for review and self-testing.
  
• Integrates multidisciplinary care throughout to highlight its importance in successful treatment.

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too bad this is going out of print...
Another great Nursing book for those interested in the field of Wound, Ostomy and Continence.This book is unfortunately going out of print. This is a big loss.

Excellent book
I bought this book to my wife, great gift for nurses and doctors, simply a reference book, very well written.

OUTSTANDING!!
This book is a well written compilation from our nation's experts on urinary incontinence.It provides depth for the practitioner who is attempting to learn more about this common but poorly understood health issue. ... Read more

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Incontinence is not an inevitable part of aging, nor is it untreatable once it develops. Thoroughly revised and updated, this new edition of a trusted resource teaches diverse and effective strategies for assessing, managing, and even eliminating urinary incontinence in all care settings.

Managing and Treating Urinary Incontinence presents a full range of treatment options, explaining how each method works and who benefits most from its use. In pragmatic, easy-to-understand language, readers will learn essential information about

the anatomy and physiology of the lower urinary tract and pelvic floor

the types and causes of incontinence and overactive bladder

the impact of bowel dysfunction on incontinence

the value of incontinence education and self-care techniques

the efficacy of behavioral treatments, such as bladder retraining and toileting programs

the role of drug therapy and surgery in managing incontinence

This second edition provides expanded content on surgical interventions and pelvic organ prolapse, the latest information on available overactive and incontinence drug therapy, and a glossary of clinical terminology. An accompanying CD-ROM includes new patient teaching tools, useful care plans for 12 common incontinence scenarios, and detailed assessment forms. Plus, this edition contains a comprehensive review of incontinence containment products with illustrations and availability listings.

With the knowledge in this comprehensive guidebook, nursing staff will measurably improve the health and independence of residents or patients, and managers will reduce facility costs and staff burden. This book is a must-have for nurses, medical directors and nursing home administrators, incontinence specialists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, primary care physicians, social workers, and other health care professionals who work with older adults. ... Read more

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A compendium of sound medical scholarship that is written in a thoroughly accessible text
Although most commonly associated with aging seniors, urinary incontinence can happen to anyone of any age for a variety of reasons and causes. Now in a significantly expanded and fully updated second edition, "Managing And Treating Urinary Incontinence" by the team of Diane Kaschak Newman (Co-Director of the Penn Center for continence and Pelvic Health, Division of Urology, University of Pennsylvania health Systems, Philadelphia) and Alan J. Wein (Professor and Chair of the Division of Urology, University of Pennsylvania health Systems and Chief of Urology at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania) is a comprehensive guidebook to all of the issues relevant to the treatment and management of urinary incontinence. Covering all of the current treatment options and coherently explaining how they work, "Managing And Treating Urinary Incontinence" provides an informed and informative accounts of the anatomy and physiology of the lower urinary tract and pelvic floor, the types and causes of incontinence and overactive bladders, the components of clinical assessment and evaluation, the impact of bowel dysfunction on incontinence, the significance of patient education and the importance of self-care techniques, the efficacy of behavioral treatments, the role of drug therapy and surgery, the management of pelvic organ prolapse, and the full range of incontinence containment products. A compendium of sound medical scholarship that is written in a thoroughly accessible text appropriate for medical students, medical service providers, and non-specialist general readers with an interest in urinary incontinence issues, "Managing And Treating Urinary Incontinence" is a core addition to academic, community, and health service agency reference collections.

Urinary Incontinence
Textbook info for people new and old to urinary incontinence. Provides anatomical, diagnostic information as well as tx interventions.This book has been exteremly helpful for me, a young OT trying to incorporate UI as a core program in a SNF.This book provides the foundation for addressing UI with all age groups and populations. ... Read more

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This 2nd revised edition covers management and treatment of bladder and bowel dysfunctions in men and women, pelvic organ prolapse, issues concerning the elderly, neurologically impaired patients and those with pelvic pain. New chapters cover quality of life, treatment of bladder and bowel dysfunction in children, the history of pelvic floor muscle exercise and manual therapy. The use of real-time ultrasound to evaluate pelvic floor muscle contractility is discussed, and a new section covers ethical issues in the management of incontinence. This is a useful reference and practical guide for health professionals dealing with incontinence and pelvic floor disorders.

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UI management
This book is a great resource for anyone interested in urinary incontinence.It is a textbook style informative book.It is very objecitive and a great resource for new and experienced therapists dealing with UI.Very helpful.




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This easy-to-understand and detailed guide to the causes of incontinence has what you need to know to get relief and enjoy a better quality of life. It provides information on medications, behavior cheange, and surgery for the treatment of both urinary and fecal incontirnce. ... Read more

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Because of imagined cultural taboos, bladder problems are widely misunderstood and often left untreated. However 20 percent of women suffer from an irritable bladder and 30 percent from incontinence. This book details methods and techniques to help sufferers feel better, increase their sense of control, and alleviate symptoms. ... Read more

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Incontinence is not a normal part of aging and can be prevented. This book details the Beyond Kegels program, an innovative, conservative approach to preventing and treating incontinence. Simple exercises that anyone of any age can do, take only minutes per day. When combined with simple lifestyle modifications, this program is effective for the prevention and treatment of overactive bladder, urge, stress and mixed incontinence without the side effects of medication. ... Read more

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maybe an easy read for a pre med student!
Not an easy read.
The information was not in lay terms.
The information was good, but over complicated.

I have my pre-baby body back
I have struggled with stress incontinence since I gave natural birth to my son 15 years ago.I did Pelvic Muscle Rehabilitation(PMR - through my OBGYN) and kegels multiple times a day.I had surgery (a bladder lift and uterus removed).This did help somewhat but over the last 15 years the problem has gotten worse.I have been doing PMR again for the last 5 weeks which measures the strength of your kegel and also does electrical stimulation of the vaginal muscles.I wasn't seeing much improvement until I got this book and then ordered the ball and band to be able to perform the exercises.WOW! I have also begun using the abductor and adductor weight machine at my gym in the way the ball exercise is described in the book.As suggested, I have been doing the exercises 3x a day (they take about 15 minutes). What a difference.I haven't told my OBGYN yet but last time I went for PMR they told me that they saw good improvement.I had been doing the exercises for only 1.5 weeks. I am going to buy her the book and give her a copy.
The exercises are basically physical therapy for the entire pelvic girdle and not just specifically the kegel muscles.They are not hard to do at all.And once you have regained your pelvic strength then you can begin the maintenance exercises which are less time consuming.Where there is a will there is a way...
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This is very helpful!
If you or someone you know has incontinence problems, this is the book for you. Kegel exercises are very out dated and don't help in the least!This book teaches you to do easy to follow exercises for the muscles that support the pelvic floor and it really does work!I know a lady who went from using depends to using 3 pads a day to using only one pad and she said to me one morning "I've stayed dry for 3 days!"Another lady Iknow was able to resume enjoable activities because she regained control of her bladder, dignity, and life.Try it, you won't regret it.

UI
This book is the basis of most UI programs and is a great resource for any therapist interested in developing a UI program in any setting with any population.This book lays the foundation required for an effective UI program.

Easy to Use
The author understands how frustrating it can be to be told to do Kegels and not get results, and offers a solution.The book is easy to use and lays things out in a clear format. ... Read more

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About the Book "These exercises [for Simple Urinary Incontinence] really DO work! I use them regularly and I often remind my friends to do the same." Therese Sherry, Active Retiree, Arkansas Do you, like so many others, suffer from Simple Urinary Incontinence? Do you leak urine when you sneeze, cough, or run? Do you have trouble making it to the bathroom in time? Do you suffer from adult "diaper rash"? Do you have a disproportionate number of bladder or vaginal infections due to constant dampness from leaking urine? Are you embarrassed in public because you have wet spots or do you just avoid going out in public at all because of that odor that say you no longer have urinary control? Are you tired of paying such high prices for adult diapers, pads, and other incontinence products? Is your intimate life with your partner disrupted because of untimely and embarrassing leakage? At last, here is an easy, effective, physician developed exercise program you can use at home to help with Simple Urinary Incontinence. Dr. Emilia A. Ripoll, MD, Urologist and Medical Acupuncturist along with Dawn R. Mahowald, Certified Yoga Instructor, developed this simple six week program of easy exercises after successfully working with hundreds of patients with Simple Urinary Incontinence. Their program can help you too! In their book you can learn how to:Strengthen your pelvic floor muscles to increase urinary controlImprove bladder nerve function by strengthening your lower back musclesStimulate acupressure points to improve overall bladder functionDecrease feelings of stress and depression surrounding Simple Urinary IncontinenceReduce your likelihood of bladder and other infections which often accompany Simple Urinary Incontinence Don't delay. Dr. Ripoll's program has helped hundreds of her patients. It may be able to help you too! The program in this book can also help with many other kinds of incontinence such as urge incontinence, post-prostate surgery incontinence, and others. It ... Read more

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Three Kids & No More Leaks!
After my second child I had a real problems with leakage.Every time I sneezed or moved quickly I'd leak. It was so embarrassing.I worked with Dr. Ripoll's program and within 3 weeks I saw real results. By the end of the sixth week I was completely dry all the time.Six months ago I had my third child and I started doing the exercises as soon as I could afterwards.I've had no problem with leaking.

This is a wonderful program.I'd recommend it to any post-birth mom. ... Read more

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Emory Univ., Atlanta, GA. Practical text on the nursing management of incontinence. Reviews the physiology of continence, the pathologic mechanisms producing incontinence, and treatment options with emphasis on behavioral therapy. Each chapter contains objectives, summaries, self-tests and bibliographies. Previous edition: c1991. ... Read more

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Millions of women experience difficulties controlling their bladders but suffer in silence, reluctant to speak to their doctors -- or even to their best friends -- about the problem. Here, at last, women will find the most up-to-date medical explanations and state-of-the-art solutions, including:

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Thie easy to understand and detailed guide to the causes of incontinence has what you need to know to get relief and enjoy a better qulaity of life. It provides information on medications, behavior change and surgery for the treatment of both urinary and fecal incontinence. ... Read more

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Genital prolapse, or pelvic organ prolapse, occurs when the structures of the pelvis protrude into the outside vaginal canal. Genital Prolapse and Urinary Incontinence is the first book of its kind dedicated specifically to genital prolapse and is filled with every different type of prolapse, including the bladder, uterus, rectum, and the mucosal fold containing the intestine. Covering all aspects of this defect while emphasizing the managed care of genital prolapse, this text also explores both surgical and non-surgical treatments, which include methods for the diagnosis and treatment of all abnormalities.

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Following on from the first book entitled ‘Conservative treatment of Male Urinary Incontinence and Erectile Dysfunction’ this book has been expanded to include seven new chapters and existing chapters have been extensively updated. It is written primarily for those specialist continence physiotherapists who are unsure of the treatment for male patients with lower urinary tract symptoms.

The classification of male urinary incontinence has been restructured in line with the International Continence Society standardisation of terminology. The subjective and objective physiotherapy assessment is covered chronologically, to enable the clinician to conduct a meaningful investigation and arrive at a logical diagnosis. ... Read more

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Charged with sensuality, ferocity, and despair, this sequence of poems follows the progress of a central character's passionate romance.Hahn's fevered book of human emotions becomes a powerful rumination on love, aging, and mutability in general.

"Stitching together tropes about writing and technique, as well as hunting and the loss of sexual innocence, [Hahn] marks and exploits the body with surgical precision in order to explore the peripheries of the personal lyric.She wants to take poetry to the most tangible and sensual extremes.It's often uncomfortable, and yet as often results in a poetry of generous, piercing honesty, as if (to rewrite Bradford) it's by the body we are 'plainly told.'"--David Baker, Poetry ... Read more

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This comprehensive and authoritative update on Incontinence (Urinary of faecal) has been prepared by an International, multidisciplinary faculty of more than 200, recognized experts. The objective is to provide a clear Evidence Based strategy for the management of the various aspects of incontinence. This book is a valuable working tool for all those involved in the management of urinary and faecal Incontinence. ... Read more

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"Vaginal Surgery for Incontinence and Prolapse" provides the most up-to-date and comprehensive information on vaginal anatomy and physiology, practical guidelines for office evaluation of incontinence and prolapse, and a series of detailed chapters on reconstructive procedures for urinary incontinence, fecal incontinence and prolapse. Other vaginal procedures involving urethral reconstruction, fistula, diverticulum, among other topics, will be covered as these entities also relate to urinary incontinence. The challenging topic of 'recurrence' is also addressed.

This book has an immediate appeal to both urological and gynecological surgeons involved in training or currently delivering surgical care to women with pelvic floor dysfunction.

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Urinary incontinence causes discomfort and distress for millions of women, particularly those who have borne children, are postmenopausal, or have passed the age of forty. This condition can have a severe negative impact on one's quality of life, and successful treatment, while possible, is complex. Cowritten by a gynecologist and a urologist who have helped thousands of frustrated women, this new guide gives patients the information they need to understand their condition and make the right treatment decisions.

Dr. Rene Genadry and Dr. Jacek L. Mostwin explain how nerves, muscles, and other anatomical factors work in concert to control the bladder and how they can be affected by pregnancy, menopause, and aging. The authors discuss the common and uncommon causes of urinary incontinence, how the condition is evaluated and diagnosed, and how it can be treated. Drs. Genadry and Mostwin walk through the various treatment options -- including biofeedback and behavioral conditioning, pelvic floor exercises, medications, and surgery, as well as new and emerging therapies. They also discuss what to do if a particular treatment fails. The knowledge provided here gives the woman with urinary incontinence the power to choose treatments that meet her specific needs and preferences.

Friendly, accessible, and packed with valuable information, this guide is an essential resource for women who are troubled by urinary incontinence.

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Friendly, accessible, and packed cover to cover with invaluable information
Urinary incontinence plagues millions of women, especially those who have birthed children, are post menopausal, or have simply passed the age of forty. "A Woman's Guide to Urinary Incontinence" encourages women not to suffer in silence, to find the right doctor, to be an active partner in their health care and more to help fight the condition. The wisdom and expertise of Rene Genadry, M.D. (an associate professor of gynecology and obstetrics at John Hopkins at Green Spring) and Jacek L. Mostwin M.D. D.Phil. (a professor of urology at the John Hopkins School of Medicine) "A Woman's Guide to urinary Incontinence" is friendly, accessible, and packed cover to cover with invaluable information, and should most definitely be read by any woman who may potentially suffer from this ailment, and the highest recommendation to medical library collections. ... Read more

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New surgical techniques for the treatment of anal incontinence have given the increasing number of afflicted patients hope for a cure. Colorectal surgeons and more and more general surgeons are performing operations, yet until now they have not had a text that they can use as a reference work. The guidance and instruction that surgeons need are now available in this atlas. It describes every operation in technical detail, and the two-color illustrations clearly show the essential points of each procedure. The authors discuss thoroughly the indications for surgical treatment, its application to the individual patient, and post-operative care. The comprehensive scope of this book makes it a rich source of information for surgeons working outside highly specialized centers. For specialists, it is the only practical reference available on the subject. ... Read more

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An amazing, wonderful book!
In my opinion, this is a Terrific book for women! It is very well written, and not at all condescending to women. There are millions of women that should read this book. Many women deal with this subject in silence, as I did, because of embarrassment and a hard thing to share with your friends. Everything is explained so well in plain language that we can all understand! This is a book and "Subject" that needs to be on "Oprah"! Bravo! Well Done! Thank you for writing the book.

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Bronze Medal Winner of a 2009 National Health Information Award

Stop your pelvic pain . . . naturally!

If you suffer from an agonizing and emotionally stressful pelvic floor disorder, including pelvic pain, irritable bowel syndrome, endometriosis, prostatitis, incontinence, or discomfort during sex, urination, or bowel movements, it's time to alleviate your symptoms and start healing--without drugs or surgery. Natural cures, in the form of exercise, nutrition, massage, and self-care therapy, focus on the underlying cause of your pain, heal your condition, and stop your pain forever.

The life-changing plan in this book gets to the root of your disorder with:

• A stretching, muscle-strengthening, and massage program you can do at home
• Guidelines on foods that will ease your discomfort
• Suggestions for stress- and pain-reducing home spa treatments
• Exercises for building core strength and enhancing sexual pleasure

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Great Resource
This book provides lots of information for those of us who suffer from pelvic pain. There are probably way too many excercises for most people to follow, but I'm trying many of them

a wonderful holistic approach to healing pelvic pain for the lay person
Healing Pelvic pain has been an incredible asset to me. I am new diagnosed just six weeks with intercestial cystitis and found out about Amy's book through the IC Network.I have been using the breathing, massage, and pelvic exercises now for just a week several times a day and I am seeing improvement not only in lessening my pain but stress level also which I am find a necessity to any type of healing.My goal is to get off all the meds that have been presribed to me for my illness and I feel strongly that with Amy's book and hard work I will be able to do so. I thank Amy for taking the time and effort to put together such a wonderful resource! I hope in the future she can produce a DVD, that would be a great help.

program that helps
Amy Stein has written a book on a subject that is common and not often discussed.In her book she has made statements that I had not heard before and have helped to clarify a lot of information for me.She is the first one to suggest that relaxing the pelvic muscles first, before strengthening, is necessary if you are in pain.Her home program is really helping!Thank you, Amy

Great resource. A true self-help book.
What a great book! Amy Stein tells us everything we need to know to treat ourselves. She is not holding back some advanced secret treatment that is only revealed on a for pay web site or at an expensive seminar. It is also devoid of all the psychobabble that is present in other books that cover the uro-genital area. She is above board.
Highly recommended.

Lots of explicit information/self-help for pelvic disorders
Heal Pelvic Pain is an absolute must read for people who suffer from any sort of pelvic/bladder/bowel disorder. Amy Stein covers a lot of ground and give explanations in simple terms to help people understand the source of their pain. She have clear instructions on exercises and stretches to begin or incorporate into an exercise program to help stop the pain.She also adds simple self-care treatments that can take the edge off the pain and support the healing process. I found lots of questions answered in this book that other health care professionals didn't know or failed to communicate to me. ( I have seen many!) I highly recommend this book!!! I plan to pass this book on to my doctor so the information can be spread to others who suffer as well. ... Read more

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This econometric study covers the world outlook for adult incontinence products across more than 200 countries. For each year reported, estimates are given for the latent demand, or potential industry earnings (P.I.E.), for the country in question (in millions of U.S. dollars), the percent share the country is of the region and of the globe. These comparative benchmarks allow the reader to quickly gauge a country vis-à-vis others. Using econometric models which project fundamental economic dynamics within each country and across countries, latent demand estimates are created. This report does not discuss the specific players in the market serving the latent demand, nor specific details at the product level. The study also does not consider short-term cyclicalities that might affect realized sales. The study, therefore, is strategic in nature, taking an aggregate and long-run view, irrespective of the players or products involved. This study does not report actual sales data (which are simply unavailable, in a comparable or consistent manner in virtually all of the 230 countries of the world). This study gives, however, my estimates for the worldwide latent demand, or the P.I.E., for adult incontinence products. It also shows how the P.I.E. is divided across the world's regional and national markets. For each country, I also show my estimates of how the P.I.E. grows over time (positive or negative growth). In order to make these estimates, a multi-stage methodology was employed that is often taught in courses on international strategic planning at graduate schools of business. ... Read more