Sacral Neuromodulation for Women
If you’re living with bladder leakage, urgency, or frequent urination, sacral neuromodulation offers a proven, long-term solution without major surgery.
This advanced therapy helps restore normal bladder control by targeting the nerves that regulate urinary function.
What is Sacral Neuromodulation?
Sacral neuromodulation is a minimally invasive treatment that uses gentle electrical stimulation to regulate the nerves controlling the bladder.
A small implant delivers mild pulses to the sacral nerves, helping restore normal communication between the brain and bladder. This can significantly reduce symptoms like urgency, leakage, and frequent urination.
Who is a Candidate?
You may be a candidate if you:
- Have overactive bladder (OAB)
- Experience urge incontinence or leakage
- Have frequent or urgent urination
- Have not improved with medications or other treatments
How Sacral Neuromodulation Works
- A small device is implanted under the skin
- It sends gentle electrical signals to the sacral nerves
- These signals help regulate bladder function
Over time, this therapy can improve bladder control and reduce symptoms.
What to Expect
Step 1: Trial Phase
Before permanent placement, you'll complete a trial to see if the therapy works for you.
- Temporary device placed
- Trial lasts several days to weeks
- Symptom improvement is evaluated
Step 2: Implantation
If successful, a small device is implanted under the skin in a minimally invasive procedure.
- Final device placed
- Monitor symptoms over time
- Settings can be adjusted as needed
Benefits of Sacral Neuromodulation
- Long-lasting symptom relief
- Minimally invasive treatment
- No daily medications
- Adjustable and reversible
Modern systems are designed to last many years, with options that are either rechargeable or designed to be recharge-free.
Sacral Neuromodulation for Women
Bladder control issues in women are often influenced by:
- Childbirth
- Hormonal changes
- Pelvic floor dysfunction
Sacral neuromodulation works by correcting the underlying nerve signals that contribute to these symptoms. It is especially helpful for women who:
- Have not improved with pelvic floor therapy or medications
- Want a long-term, non-drug solution
- Are looking to avoid or delay surgery
Types of Sacral Neuromodulation Therapy
Why Choose Virginia Urology for Women’s Care?
Integrated Pelvic Health Expertise
We combine urology, urogynecology, and pelvic floor care.
Advanced Treatment Options
Including neuromodulation, Botox, and minimally invasive procedures.
Personalized, Compassionate Care
Focused on improving your quality of life and confidence.
Advanced Care Close to Home
You don’t have to travel far to access cutting-edge bladder control treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
The device is small and implanted under the skin, typically in the upper buttock area. Most patients report that it is not visible and cannot be seen through clothing.
Most patients feel a mild tingling or pulsing sensation, which can usually be adjusted to a comfortable level. Many patients report they are not aware of the stimulation during daily activities.
Battery life varies by device type. Non-rechargeable systems typically last several years before a simple replacement procedure is needed, while rechargeable systems are designed to last longer with periodic charging.
Sacral neuromodulation is designed as a long-term therapy, but it is also reversible and adjustable. The device can be reprogrammed, and if ever needed, it can be removed.
You don’t have to live with bladder symptoms.
Schedule an appointment today to learn if sacral neuromodulation is right for you.
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