IMPROVING PELVIC FUNCTION: Exploring Sacral Neuromodulation Therapy

Can you mention some of the broad indications for sacral neuromodulation (SNM) therapy?

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Incontinence, whether urinary or fecal, is a common condition that can significantly impact a person’s quality of life. It occurs when an individual loses control over their bladder or bowel, leading to involuntary leakage. Various factors, including nerve damage, muscle weakness, or medical conditions like overactive bladder or spastic pelvic floor disorders, can contribute to incontinence. Sacral neuromodulation (SNM) has emerged as an effective treatment option for managing incontinence, particularly when conservative measures are insufficient.

How does SNM therapy help to bring relief in the above conditions?

SNM therapy helps patients by altering the responses to the bladder and bowel which helps to re-establish the co-ordination of the pelvic floor muscles and the bladder/bowel leading to progressive activity towards normalcy. Bladder and bowel incontinence are the most commonly managed conditions with SNM therapy which works by stimulating the sacral nerve root S3 that gives the patient the ability to manage their incontinence effectively.