Overactive Bladder
Supporting Healthy Bladder Communication and Improved Urinary Control
Overview
Overactive bladder (OAB) causes a sudden, frequent urge to urinate that can be difficult to control. It may lead to urgency incontinence and significantly affect daily activities, sleep, and social confidence. At Blue Root Health, we address the nervous system, hormonal, and constitutional patterns contributing to bladder overactivity.
Common Symptoms
Recognizing Overactive Bladder
Possible Causes
Contributing Factors
A Different Framework
The Chinese Medicine Perspective
Kidney Qi Deficiency, Kidney Yang Deficiency, Damp-Heat in the Bladder, and imbalance within the Lower Burner.
Our Integrative Approach
How We Support Overactive Bladder
Therapies We May Recommend
Personalized Treatment
Acupuncture
Fine needles placed at specific points may help regulate the nervous system, reduce inflammation, support circulation, and address the underlying Chinese Medicine pattern contributing to symptoms.
Custom Chinese Herbal Medicine
A personalized herbal formula may be recommended to address patterns associated with inflammation, deficiency, stagnation, or constitutional imbalance identified during your assessment.
Functional Laboratory Review
Review of relevant lab work to identify contributing factors such as hormonal imbalances, metabolic patterns, or inflammatory markers.
Nutrition & Lifestyle Counseling
Individualized guidance on diet, movement, sleep, and stress management to support your body's natural healing processes and long-term wellness.
Pelvic Floor Therapy
Through referral when appropriate. Pelvic floor rehabilitation may help improve bladder control, reduce urgency, and support long-term urinary wellness.
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Overactive Bladder Can Be Managed Effectively
At Blue Root Health, we take time to understand your complete health picture and develop an individualized treatment strategy that supports your body as a whole.