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Geriatric Bladder Control: Neurogenic Bladder and Emptying Dysfunctions

presented by Cindy Neville

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Bladder control problems, including urinary incontinence, negatively impact quality of life and rehabilitation outcomes. Incomplete emptying, which may be caused by neurogenic bladder, is associated with incontinence and infections. Physical and occupational therapists can provide interventions for patients with incomplete bladder emptying to improve symptoms and reduce associated negative sequelae. This course will describe causes of incomplete bladder emptying, and will demonstrate and explain evaluation and intervention strategies for this bladder control problem in elders.

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Cindy Neville, PT, DPT, WCS

Dr. Cynthia Neville is a certified Women's Health Clinical Specialist (WCS) and Clinical Faculty at the University of North Florida, Department of Physical Therapy where she teaches classes in anatomy of the pelvis and pelvic floor and topics in women’s health physical therapy. She practices in private clinical practice at SmartBody Physical Therapy in Jacksonville,…

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1. Neurogenic Bladder and Incomplete Bladder Emptying

In this chapter, we will describe etiology and symptoms of incomplete emptying and neurogenic bladder. In addition, associated symptoms and negative sequelae of incomplete bladder emptying will be covered.

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2. Evaluation and Assessment of Incomplete Emptying

In this chapter, we will describe the evaluation and assessment of incomplete bladder emptying. This will include post-void residual measurement and the keeping of a bladder log.

3. Interventions for Improving Bladder Emptying in Elders Symptoms of Incomplete Bladder Emptying

In this chapter, we will discuss how to implement interventions for improving bladder emptying in elders and cover symptoms of incomplete bladder emptying.

4. Patient Demonstration and Q&A

This chapter will include an interview with a patient as well as a question and answer discussion section.

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