PTNS - Percutaneous Tibial Nerve Stimulation

PTNS - Pecutaneous Tibial Nerve Stimulation

The symptoms of an overactive bladder include the need to urinate often,
and without much warning, and urge incontinence (sudden leakage of
urine without warning). Overactive bladder is when the bladder muscle
contracts before the bladder is full. In some cases, it is associated with
neurological conditions such as multiple sclerosis or Parkinson’s disease.
Current treatments include bladder training, pelvic floor muscle training
and medication. Injections of botulinum toxin and stimulating a nerve in
the lower spine may be used if these treatments don’t work. Surgery,
including bladder enlargement, may sometimes be an option.

The treatment 

In the percutaneous tibial nerve stimulation procedure, a fine needle is
inserted near a nerve just above the ankle and an electrode is placed on
the foot. A mild electric current is passed through the needle to relax the
nerves that control bladder function in the lower back. There is usually a
tingling sensation in the ankle, foot or toes. The treatment usually consists
of 12 outpatient sessions of 30 minutes each, once a week.

Costs for this treatment with Dr Jonathan Broome

Package price total £3000

Consisting of initial consultation with 1st treatment at the consultation, followed by 11 further sessions for treatment.

How to book

Please contact my practice managers Francesca and Sarah-Jane to book by e-mailing on info@thepelvicclinic.co.uk.