Menopause brings about significant changes in a woman’s body, driven by a natural decline in estrogen levels. While many people are aware of symptoms like hot flashes and mood swings, fewer discussions focus on the challenges menopause poses for bladder health, including incontinence and laxity.
How Menopause Affects The Bladder
Estrogen plays a crucial role in maintaining the health and strength of the pelvic floor and bladder tissues. As estrogen levels drop during menopause:
- Bladder Laxity: The tissues supporting the bladder and urethra lose elasticity and strength, leading to issues such as prolapse or difficulty controlling the bladder.
- Incontinence: Many women experience stress urinary incontinence, which is the involuntary leakage of urine during activities like coughing, sneezing, or exercising. Urge incontinence, characterized by a sudden and strong need to urinate, can also develop.
These changes can significantly affect quality of life, causing discomfort, inconvenience, and reduced confidence.
How The EmpowerRF Platform Can Help
The EmpowerRF platform is an advanced, non-invasive technology designed to address bladder health and pelvic floor issues associated with menopause. It uses radiofrequency (RF) energy to stimulate collagen production and strengthen the tissues of the pelvic floor. This innovative treatment provides:
- Bladder Support: Helps improve bladder control by restoring tissue firmness and elasticity.
- Pelvic Floor Strengthening: Targets the muscles and tissues that support bladder function, reducing symptoms of laxity and incontinence.
- Non-Invasive Solution: Offers a safe, effective, and comfortable alternative to surgical interventions or prolonged use of medications.
Why Choose Dr. Carin Strydom and Lezara
Dr. Carin Strydom, a Women’s Health Physician at Lezara, brings unmatched expertise in addressing the challenges women face during menopause. As an esteemed member of the North American Menopause Society (NAMS), Dr. Strydom is highly regarded for her specialized knowledge in menopausal health.
Her approach combines hormonal expertise with cutting-edge treatments like the EmpowerRF platform to deliver personalized, evidence-based care. With her guidance, women can confidently regain control, comfort, and quality of life.
Take The First Step
If menopause has brought challenges like bladder incontinence or laxity into your life, know that help is available. Speak with your family physician about these concerns and ask for a referral to Dr. Carin Strydom at Lezara. Together, you can explore solutions tailored to your needs, including the innovative EmpowerRF platform.
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