What is Overactive Bladder (OAB) Syndrome?
Overactive bladder, also called OAB, causes a frequent and sudden urge to urinate that may be difficult to control.7
You may feel like you need to pass urine many times during the day and night, which may also be difficult to control and interfere with daily activities.2,7
Sacral Neuromodulation for OAB
It has been shown that regulating the nerve impulses to your bladder can improve overactive bladder symptoms.7
Sacral Neuromodulation is a minimally invasive procedure that places a thin wire close to the sacral nerves which carry signals to your bladder.7
During a brief trial period, the electrode is implanted and your clinician connects an external stimulator to the electrode wire to deliver electrical impulses to your bladder, similar to what a pacemaker does for the heart.7
If it helps with your symptoms, a permanent, battery-powered stimulator is surgically implanted.7
What’s involved in the CARE Study?
The CARE Study is evaluating whether a new sacral nerve stimulation device could treat symptoms of Overactive Bladder Syndrome.6
If you agree to participate and meet eligibility criteria, you will be required to attend ten follow-up appointments over a two-year period at a study site.
The researchers will ask you questions about your OAB symptoms, gather electrophysiological data from your device, and ensure the stimulator system is programmed to provide the best possible nerve stimulation