The loss of bladder control is a common and often embarrassing problem that can affect lifestyle and self-confidence. At Hale Health, we offer two effective solutions to treat persistent female incontinence, focusing on post-natal women and menopausal women; Urolon and Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy.
Urolon is a revolutionary new procedure that has been safely used in Europe for several years to treat Stress Urinary Incontinence (SUI) and is now available to us.
Urolon treats the cause of SUI by helping to seal the urethra, a mechanism which can be lost as a result of aging, menopause or childbirth. The weakening of connective tissue and urethral muscles, combined with a gradual loss of collagen within the walls of the urethra can result in unwanted leaks and a frequent feeling of needing to ‘go’.
A one-off walk-in, walk-out treatment, Urolon is a specialist filler which interacts with the tissue in the surrounding area and increases the natural collagen levels in the urethra. This means that, even as the filler naturally dissolves, the body itself stimulates the formation of new collagen and very quickly improving both continence and confidence. Most patients receiving Urolon see instant results, and this positive effect which can remain for two or more years, including during daily life, sporting activity, and intimate moments.
After an initial consultation, the Urolon procedure can be carried out on the same day, taking no more than 20 minutes. We administer a local anaesthetic before injecting Urolon using a special applicator. The patient is able to leave the clinic almost immediately after the procedure.
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"Restore your confidence with Urolon. Most patients see instant results, and this positive effect which can remain for two or more years, including during daily life, sporting activity, and intimate moments."
Dr Tayo Idowu
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Frequently Asked Questions
Urolon was approved for use in Europe, with a CE certification, after extensive investigation and clinical study. No serious complications occurred during the study, and the technology of Urolon has already been used for the treatment of over 1 million aesthetic dermatology patients with no significant issues. Urolon is a bioresorbable substance – meaning that, in time. the body naturally breaks down the materials used and disposes of them through the normal excretive processes. While this does mean that the effects of the treatment can only last without renewal for a limited time (around 2 years, though sometimes longer) it is also a beneficial aspect in terms of safety. In the unlikely event of any negative reaction, patients can be assured that the Urolon material will naturally fade away over time, rather than being permanently retained in the body and requiring intervention to remove. This reduces the chance of any long-term complications and also means that, should you later wish to change to an alternative treatment, there will be no clash between Urolon and your preferred approach.
Urolon is injected into the Uretha, which will first have local anaesthetic applied to minimize discomfort. Urolon treatment is a very quick procedure, lasting only around 15 – 20 minutes and patients are able to leave the clinic very soon after the treatment.
Urolon treatment is a very quick procedure, lasting only around 15 – 20 minutes and patients are able to leave the clinic very soon after treatment.
Although it varies from person to person, Urolon treatment should last for around 2 years until the bioresorption process removes it from your system. After a thorough investigation and a clinic study Urolon was approved for use in Europe, with a CE certification. No serious complications occurred during the study and the technology of this product is already being used in aesthetic dermatology, where over 1 million patients have been treated without significant issues. Other regulatory processes are ongoing, including with the US FDA.
There are two main types of Urinary Incontinence which Hale Health can help with – these are:
- Stress Urinary Incontinence – urine escapes from the bladder during an increase in intraabdominal pressure, for example, sneezing, laughing, coughing, exercising or heavy lifting.
- Overactive bladder – a sudden and often uncontrollable urge to pass urine that is sometimes associated with leaking. This can happen in women as a result of:
- Childbirth – vaginal delivery can damage the muscles and the fascia that support the bladder, which make control of urine more difficult. Pelivc organ prolapse can occur as a result of childbirth where the bladder, uterus or bowel can push down into the vagina and create and uncomfortable and unnerving feeling of vaginal pressure. This can be a barrier for women when exercising and can contribute to incontinence.
- Menopause; Women going through the menopause produce less estrogen, a hormone that helps keep the lining of the bladder and urethra healthy. Deterioration of these tissues can aggravate incontinence. Involuntary bladder contractions can occur making urinary frequency and urgency a problem for some women.
After an initial consultation, the Urolon procedure can be carried out on the same day, taking no more than 20 minutes. We administer a local anaesthetic before injecting Urolon using a special applicator. The patient is able to leave the clinic almost immediately after the procedure.
No, general anaesthesia is not needed. In most cases a local anaesthetic will be used, as recovery is much faster and without the complications known with general anaesthetic.
Urolon can be administered in the UK without the need for a GP referral, but if you are unsure about the treatment you could initially speak to your GP regarding urine flow tests.