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Arthritis

Arthritis itself doesn’t usually contribute to a weak bladder, but stiff joints and pain with movement can make getting to the toilet in time difficult.

Published by Jane Granger
Arthritis

Arthritis and incontinence or weak bladder

Arthritis itself doesn’t usually contribute to a weak bladder, but stiff joints and pain with movement can make getting to the toilet in time difficult.

In addition, many people with arthritis suffer from constipation brought on by a lack of physical activity and pain-killing medication. Straining when using the toilet contributes to a weakening of the pelvic floor muscle which in turn, will contribute to incontinence.