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LivingCare offers expert urinary incontinence treatment in Sheffield and Leeds, with fast access to specialist urology and gynaecology clinicians. We provide personalised assessment and treatment to help you regain control, improve symptoms and enhance your quality of life.
Bladder Health UK estimates 40% of women and 10% of men are living with urinary incontinence.
Urinary incontinence can range from occasional leakage when coughing, jumping, or sneezing to a sudden, urgent need to urinate.
While it is a common condition, it isn’t something you have to live with. At LivingCare, we provide specialist diagnosis and management of urinary incontinence, helping to identify the cause and deliver the right treatment.
To diagnose the cause of urinary incontinence, the clinician will take a detailed medical history and information on your symptoms. Bladder function tests, a physical exam, urine tests and imaging can all play a part in the diagnostic picture.
Your clinician will assess the type of incontinence and recommend a personalised treatment plan. This may involve conservative approaches, medical treatment or procedural options depending on your symptoms and preferences.
Treatment depends on the type and severity of incontinence, as well as your overall health. Options may include:
Lifestyle and Behavioural Changes
Bladder training, pelvic floor exercises, fluid management, and weight control can improve symptoms.
Pelvic floor exercises and physio[MR(MC1]
By strengthening the pelvic floor muscles through Kegels, you can help support the pelvic organs and reduce uncomfortable symptoms. It may help to see a specialist physiotherapist for this.
Medication
Certain medications can help manage urge incontinence or an overactive bladder.
Minimally Invasive Procedures
Procedures such as injections or devices to support the bladder or urethra may be suitable for some patients.
Surgical Treatment
In more severe cases, your clinician may suggest surgical options such as sling procedures or bladder support surgery.
Your clinician will explain the benefits and risks of each approach and help you choose the most appropriate treatment plan.
Treatment can help manage symptoms such as:
Early assessment can help identify the underlying cause and improve outcomes.
Before Your Appointment
Prepare for your clinician to ask you about your symptoms, fluid intake and medical history. Keeping a bladder diary can sometimes help provide useful insights.
During Your Appointment
Your clinician will assess you and your medical history. This may include a physical examination and tests such as urine analysis or bladder function assessment.
Your clinician can arrange further investigations, such as an ultrasound, if required.
After Your Appointment
Your clinician will give you a clear diagnosis and a personalised treatment plan. They will also arrange any follow-up appointments to monitor your progress and adjust treatment as needed.
Treatment options for urinary incontinence are generally safe, and your clinician will explain any potential risks or considerations based on your individual health and treatment plan.
Recovery depends on the type of treatment you have.
For conservative treatments such as pelvic floor exercises or bladder training, you can continue normal activities while following your care plan. If you have a procedure or surgery, your clinician will give you clear guidance to support your recovery.
LivingCare provides private treatment for urinary incontinence in Sheffield and Leeds. With specialist expertise, modern facilities and same-day appointments where possible, we get you the care you need, sooner. Urinary incontinence isn’t something you have to accept; we can help.
We offer:
We are committed to helping you feel confident, comfortable and supported throughout your care.
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You can self-pay for treatment at LivingCare or use your medical insurance. Click here to learn more.
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Your healthcare journey in 4 easy steps
Get in Touch
Call us on Leeds 0113 2494655 or Sheffield 0114 7005811 or use our online booking form to send your enquiry. Let us know your preferred appointment type, either virtual or face to face, and we will work to find a time that suits you.
We Arrange Your Appointment
If you filled out our online booking form, one of our team will contact you within 2 hours with available appointment options. Once your appointment is booked, you will receive an email confirmation with all the details you need.
Attend Your Appointment
Attend your appointment at your chosen time, either virtually or in person, with one of our highly qualified consultants. If your appointment requires a written report, this will be prepared and sent to you within 48 hours.
Aftercare and Follow-Up
If you need any further tests, treatment or follow-up, we will help arrange these for you. If you require a copy of your report or images, please let us know and we will send these promptly.
Your healthcare journey in 4 easy steps
Get in Touch
Call us on Leeds 0113 2494655 or Sheffield 0114 7005811 or use our online booking form to send your enquiry and we will work to find a time that suits you
We Arrange Your Appointment
If you filled out our online booking form, one of our team will contact you within 2 hours with available appointment options. Once your appointment is booked, you will receive an email confirmation with all the details you need.
Attend Your Appointment
Attend your appointment at your chosen time with highly qualified clinicians. If your appointment requires a written report, this will be prepared and sent to you within 48 hours with the option to upgrade to 24 hours.
Aftercare and Follow-Up
If you need any further tests, treatment or follow-up, we will help arrange these for you. If you require a copy of your report or images, please let us know and we will send these promptly.
You can receive this treatment from one of the consultants listed below.
Explore the various options available for this treatment.
With our self-pay service, there are no waiting lists - consultations are offered within 24 hours, with treatment within a week. All costs, including tests or scans, are quoted upfront with no obligation to proceed. Visit our Prices page for full details.
If using medical insurance, contact your provider to confirm coverage for all treatment stages before your first appointment. You’ll need a referral letter from your GP for a private procedure at The LivingCare Group. Once you have it, either you or your GP can book your first appointment with us.
