InterStim™ Sacral Neuromodulation for Women
If you’re experiencing bladder leakage, urgency, or frequent urination, InterStim therapy offers a proven, long-term solution when other treatments haven’t worked.
This minimally invasive therapy helps restore normal bladder control by targeting the nerves that regulate urinary function.
What is InterStim™ Therapy?
InterStim is an advanced 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 such as urgency, leakage, and frequent urination.
Who is a Candidate?
You may be a candidate if you:
- Have not improved with medications or conservative treatments
- Have overactive bladder (OAB)
- Experience urge incontinence or leakage
- Have frequent or urgent urination
How InterStim™ Works
- A small device is implanted under the skin
- It sends electrical signals to the sacral nerves
- These signals help regulate bladder function
Over time, this therapy can significantly improve bladder control.
What to Expect
Step 1: Trial Phase
A temporary device is used to test whether the therapy improves your symptoms
Step 2: Implantation
If successful, a small long-term device is implanted during a minimally invasive procedure.
Benefits of InterStim™ Therapy
- Long-term symptom relief
- Minimally invasive treatment
- No daily medications
- Adjustable and reversible
InterStim has been used in hundreds of thousands of patients worldwide and is supported by extensive clinical research.
InterStim™ for Women
Bladder control issues in women are often influenced by:
- Childbirth
- Hormonal changes
- Pelvic floor dysfunction
InterStim addresses the nerve signals contributing to these symptoms, helping restore control.
It is especially helpful for women who:
- Have not improved with pelvic floor therapy or medications
- Want a long-term solution
- Are looking to avoid or delay surgery
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 PTNS.
Personalized, Compassionate Care
Focused on improving your quality of life.
Advanced Care Close to Home
You don’t have to travel far to access cutting-edge bladder control treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. It is an FDA-approved, well-established therapy.
Yes. A trial phase allows you to evaluate results before permanent placement.
The device may need replacement when the battery expires.
It is not a cure, but many patients experience significant, long-term improvement.
You don’t have to live with bladder symptoms.
Schedule an appointment today to learn if InterStim therapy is right for you.
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