Otis’s Story
Incontinence can be life-limiting, leaving men feeling isolated and uncertain about daily activities. For Otis Sanders, a proud Army veteran, it was a struggle that impacted his confidence and quality of life. After trying multiple treatments without success, he found hope through an advanced solution that restored his independence. Now, Otis is back to enjoying the things he loves—fishing, traveling, and embracing life without fear. Watch his inspiring journey and learn how effective treatment can help men regain control and dignity.
Alice’s Story
It didn’t bother me as much during the day but, when I came home from work I wasn’t able to rest. I always had the urge to go. I never experienced any leaking. It was just a terrible urge to go to the bathroom all the time. I was up as many as 6-7 times a night. I had tried different medications. Nothing worked for me, said Alice. I had my InterStim® procedure done outpatient. It was no big deal having it done.
Since I’ve had it done, life has been great. I don’t have any pain. I can rest now. It feels like living again.
Patricia’s Story
I was stuck at home. We live on a farm at The Lake of the Ozarks. I couldn’t walk out to the barn where we have cows, chickens and goats, which was just a few hundred yards away. I would have to turn around and walk back because I had to go to the bathroom, said Patricia. I had a previous surgery with a sling by another doctor. It stopped the stress incontinence but created urge incontinence. I had never had that feeling before. I wasn’t able to go anywhere because I was embarrassed of leaking, which is why I sought treatment. I wanted my life back.
I was really prepared for my procedure because I had done research online. I don’t mind talking about it at all because I want to help other people and get the word out.
Linda’s Story
I am a teacher and I could not focus on teaching and would lose control without warning in the classroom all the time. I couldn’t travel or plan to do a presentation. I lost a ton of weight and everyone thought [I] was terminally ill. My quality of life was zero. I had a faulty gallbladder surgery and had a bile leak for 9 days. [I] needed to have a colon re-section. I was having anywhere from 14-16 bowel movements per day, said Linda. Linda had an InterStim® Therapy procedure to treat her bowel incontinence. My symptoms went away immediately and [my life] was back to normal. InterStim has been a miracle I now have the opportunity to live life to the fullest.