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Efemia Bladder Support
Efemia Bladder Support is a vaginal and non-surgical device that reduces leakage caused by stress urinary incontinence.
How does it work?
The device is inserted into the vagina until the handle rests tight up against the pubic bone/perineum and the support rings are completely through the vaginal opening. The labia cover the handle.
When pressure is placed on the bladder, the mid-urethra is pushed lightly against Efemia’s support rings, making it bend so leakage is reduced or stops altogether.
Why?
So you may live an active life without worrying about bladder leaks.
When?
Occasionally or daily.
Up to 16 hoursper day.
For who?
Women 18 and over with stress urinary incontinence.
Benefits of the product
A non-surgical alternative
The Efemia Bladder Support is a non-surgical alternative to manage stress urinary incontinence. The principles behind the most common surgical methods to correct stress urinary incontinence are also behind the development of this CE-marked medical device.
Comfortable to use
The bladder support is made from soft, flexible medical grade silicone. Smooth all round, no edges can be felt.
Choose between 3 sizes
You can choose between three sizes: 30 mm, 35 mm and 40 mm. To determine the right size, we recommend that you begin with the smallest one, then try on from there. We offer a start set with all three sizes, allowing ample opportunity to find out which works best for you.
Reusable & environmentally friendly
The bladder support can be reused every day, up to 16 hours per day, for 3 months. This way you don’t have buy new products every week or month and doesn’t impact the environment as much. After three months you replace the device with a new one to ensure the product works optimally.
Reliable during physical activity
The Efemia Bladder Support is reliable during exercise. The device has been designed to withstand extra intra-abdominal pressure caused by physical strain and exercise. Studies with Efemia showed that 86% of those who used the product during fitness- and crossfit training wanted to continue using the product (ref TVS4000 & TVS5000).
Easy to place correctly
Thanks to the design of the device it is easy to insert correctly. You do not need any help from any medical staff, you can easily insert it yourself at home and trust that it’s positioned as it should be.
Everything you need to know
Would you like to know more about the Efemia Bladder Support?
Here are the most common questions and answers about the product.
How do you get a prescription for the Efemia Bladder Support? Who can prescribe it?
– In Sweden, you first have to talk to your health centre. To have the product prescribed, the county/region that runs the centre must have it in their product assortment.
I’m pregnant and I want to use the Efemia Bladder Support, can I?
– We have not tested it on pregnant women, so we can’t recommend that you use it.
How do you know that you need a vaginal support? When will pelvic floor exercises help?
– It’s not easy to know. It can take some time before pelvic floor exercises produce results, so it’s essential to keep at it. However, it’s fair to expect that you’ll keep improving. The Efemia Bladder Support can be an option for you until you feel the desired effect from your pelvic floor exercises. You can also train other muscles without worrying about bladder leaks.
What’s the difference between Contrelle, a TVT-operation and the Efemia Bladder Support?
– Contrelle supports the bladder neck, and therefore functions differently to the Efemia Bladder Support, which supports the urethra. Contrelle is a disposable product, whereas the Efemia Bladder Support can be used for three months. TVT is a surgical method where a sling is placed under the urethra to provide support. The Efemia Bladder Support and TVT support the urethra in the same place.
Design of the product
Support rings
The upper part consists of two support rings. These support the mid-urethra through the front vaginal wall when there is a sudden increase in pressure on the abdomen and bladder.
Mid-section
When there is a sudden increase in intra-abdominal pressure, the mid-section ensures there is sufficient support in the rings. It also ensures that the rings are positioned against the mid-urethra. Thanks to its triangular shape, it can be both thin and remain stable.
Handle
The handle remains outside the body. It keeps the device in place and makes it easier to remove.
Find the right size
There are three sizes: 30 mm, 35 mm och 40 mm.
How do I know which size I should use?
Best thing to do is simply try and see. Start with the smallest size and see if it works for you. If it doesn’t, go up a size. And, even if the smallest size does works for you, it might be an idea to try a larger size for comparison’s sake.
What do others think?
Åsa
Malin
“Since I started using Efemia I’ve completely stopped worrying in different situations”
Live an active life without worry
No one should have to limit how they live because they worry about bladder leaks. Everyone should be able to live the active life of their choice. Efemia Bladder Support helps you get there.
What does the product do for me?
With the Efemia Bladder Support you can live an active life without worrying about bladder leaks. You don’t have to limit yourself and can get on with your daily activities without fearing leakage.
77 % average reduction in urine leakage
The Efemia Bladder Support has been shown to be effective.In a clinical study where the participants provoked leakage by jumping and coughing, the Efemia Bladder Support reduced urine leakage by an average of 77%. (Ref TVS1000)
More studies
A post-market study showed that 83% of the participants found that the Efemia Bladder Support eases their daily life (Ref TVS3000) and in a follow-up study of the women from the clinical study, 4 out of 5 would recommend the product to others. (Ref TVS2000).
Learn more
Does it feel embarrassing to ask for help?
It can feel difficult and stressful to talk about and ask for help with your urinary incontinence. In this article we let you know how you can prepare for a visit to clinic and what questions you might have to answer.
Any questions or can’t find what you’re looking for?
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