Overactive Bladder (OAB)
If you find yourself rushing to the bathroom, waking up multiple times at night, or worrying about leakage, you may have overactive bladder. With the right strategies and care, bladder control and confidence can be restored.
The Goal of Care
The aim of treatment is to help you regain control, reduce urgency, and eliminate leakage so you can live without the constant worry of finding the nearest restroom.
How Treatment Helps
Managing OAB is about retraining the bladder and restoring healthy habits. Treatment may include:
Bladder retraining to lengthen the time between trips to the bathroom
Lifestyle modifications (hydration, caffeine intake, bowel health)
Breathing and core strategies to reduce urgency
Pelvic alignment and posture work to improve bladder support
Strengthening or relaxation techniques for muscles that influence bladder control
Contributing Factors
Overactive bladder may develop due to:
Pregnancy and postpartum changes
Hormonal shifts with age or menopause
Bladder muscle overactivity
Poor bladder habits (like “just in case” voiding)
Chronic constipation or straining
Neurological conditions or pelvic surgeries
Common Symptoms
You may have OAB if you experience:
Sudden, strong urges to urinate
Going to the bathroom more than 8 times a day
Waking up at night to urinate (nocturia)
Leakage before making it to the toilet (urge incontinence)
Planning your day around restroom access
What Is Overactive Bladder?
Overactive bladder (OAB) is a condition where the bladder contracts too often or too strongly, creating frequent and strong urges to urinate—even when the bladder isn’t full. It can significantly disrupt daily routines, exercise, and sleep.