Acupuncture for the treatment of overactive bladder

Author(s): P. Graham & T. Cook - Pages: 53–58

Abstract

This evidence-based case report documents the use of acupuncture on a subject with symptoms of overactive bladder, a common problem for patients presenting to the specialist continence physiotherapist. The first author (P.G.) has recently developed a special interest in the use of acupuncture as an alternative/adjunct to the traditional conservative management of urinary dysfunction. Her initial experience is that acupuncture results in subjective positive effects. This finding is consistent with the eight full-text articles obtained that support the use of acupuncture in this client group.

Keywords: acupuncture, frequency, overactive bladder, urge urinary incontinence, urgency.