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:
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:
Cathryn Continence Nurse“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.”
Appointments are available in person, virtually or over the phone.
In person appointments are available at our Wellbeing Centres in:
This is a FREE service delivered in partnership with Coloplast Australia.
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 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.
Lyndel Continence Nurse“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.”
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