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Take control with continence support

Are you experiencing bladder and bowel symptoms? You’re not alone – up to 80% of people living with a multiple sclerosis diagnosis have the same experience with incontinence.

We know it can be uncomfortable to talk about, but we can help! Our Plus Continence team can empower you to take control and improve your confidence, relationships, sleep, work and everyday life.

Our continence nurses are here to listen. We can work with you to recommend treatments and strategies to overcome bladder problems, bowel and sexual dysfunction, including:

  • constipation, numbness, leakage, loose bowel, gas or urinary tract infections
  • impacts on relationships and sexual intimacy
  • difficulty dealing with bladder and bowel issues at work and social events
  • poor quality sleep.

How continence support works

Our continence nurses have specialist experience with neurological conditions. We’ll work with you to understand the symptoms you’re experiencing and how they’re impacting your life before developing a treatment plan to help.

Your treatment plan will be tailored to you and could include:

  • lifestyle and wellbeing advice to support better bladder function
  • discussing treatment available and referring you to specialists if needed
  • suggestions for products or equipment to manage symptoms like leakage
  • strategies to help you navigate work and social events
  • advice to manage difficulty going to the toilet
  • options for addressing barriers to intimacy.
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“Continence nurses help people with MS overcome bladder and bowel challenges. We know it can be uncomfortable to talk about, but we can help! We listen carefully to you and your goals, provide support and strategies to help you manage symptoms and improve your overall wellbeing.”

Cathryn Continence Nurse

How to access continence support through MS Plus

Appointments are available in person, virtually or over the phone.

In person appointments are available at our Wellbeing Centres in:

  • Lidcombe, NSW
  • Blackburn, VIC
  • Footscray, VIC
  • Hobart, TAS

This is a FREE service delivered in partnership with Coloplast Australia.

FAQs

The Continence Nurse plays a pivotal role in providing compassionate and personalised care to individuals facing bladder and bowel symptoms due to multiple sclerosis.

Incontinence nurses initiate continence support and care journeys by conducting a thorough assessment of the patient's symptoms, taking into account the unique challenges posed by multiple sclerosis. This involves a detailed understanding of the impact of bladder and bowel issues on the patient's daily life, relationships, and overall well-being.

A key aspect of the Continence Nurse's role is to empower patients with knowledge and strategies to manage their symptoms effectively. This includes providing education on lifestyle adjustments, self-care practices, and techniques to enhance bladder and bowel function. By offering valuable insights, the Continence Nurse aims to empower patients to take control of their health.


The continence service offered by MS Plus aims to address and alleviate bladder and bowel symptoms experienced by individuals diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. This service recognizes that up to 80% of people living with multiple sclerosis may encounter challenges related to bladder and bowel function. The Continence Nurse, provided by Coloplast Australia, plays a crucial role in providing specialised continence services.

The service begins by understanding the specific symptoms an individual is experiencing and how these symptoms impact their daily life. The Continence Nurse then collaborates with our other allied health professionals and employs innovative service delivery planning to create a tailored treatment plan for each client.

Continence assessment

Continence assessments for individuals with multiple sclerosis are specialised and empathetic evaluations that take into account the unique challenges presented by the condition. The goal is to provide targeted interventions and support, enhancing the individual's ability to manage bladder and bowel symptoms within the context of living with multiple sclerosis.

The assessment starts by delving into the individual's MS-specific medical history. This includes exploring the progression of the condition, any relapses or remissions, and the impact on neurological function relevant to bladder and bowel control. Ultimately this serves to build foundational strategies to successfully manage incontinence in the long run.

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“The most rewarding aspect of my job is not just reducing the stigma around incontinence but empowering our clients to make choices that matter for continence management.”

Lyndel Continence Nurse

Ready to get started or have some questions?

Fill in the form below or if you prefer, get in touch with our Plus Connect team on 1800 042 138 or email [email protected]. Let us know what you need because we are here to help you in any way we can.