Naturalistic Treatment for an Overactive Bladder

An overactive bladder, or urinary incontinence, is a condition that causes a lack of bladder control. People with this condition may use several natural types of treatment that do not require drugs or surgery.

Herbs

• According to the Mayo Clinic, some people have used herbal remedies to improve urinary incontinence including horsetail, aloe vera extract or crataeva. Patients should discuss herbal remedies with a doctor before using them.

Acupuncture

• Some medical doctors provide acupuncture treatment for an overactive bladder and other health conditions.

Hypnotherapy

• Some health care professionals may use hypnotherapy to help patients control an overactive bladder.

Behavior Modification

• Patients may be able to overcome an overactive bladder by delaying urination for progressively longer periods of time and retraining the bladder, according to the Mayo Clinic. Scheduled toilet trips and reduced intake of fluids can help patients manage an overactive bladder.

Exercises

• Individuals may use pelvic floor muscle exercises to more successfully control an overactive bladder. Patients squeeze the muscles that they would use to stop the flow of urine.