Medtronic Bladder Control Therapies

WHY ARE MEDTRONIC THERAPIES DIFFERENT?

COMMUNICATION IS CRITICAL

Evidence suggests that breakdowns in the bladder-brain communication pathway are the root cause of OAB and non-obstructive urinary retention.1-3 While more conservative therapies focus on the bladder muscles, Medtronic therapies target the nerves, which is thought to help restore normal bladder function.*

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MEDTRONIC BLADDER CONTROL THERAPY DELIVERED BY THE INTERSTIM™ SYSTEM

THE RELIEF YOU’VE BEEN WAITING FOR

When lifestyle changes and medications fail, Medtronic bladder control therapy delivered by the InterStim™ systems can help. This therapy is simple and discreet, and it delivers the kind of relief that lets you enjoy the activities you love without a second thought.

  • Targets the nerves that control your bladder to help it function normally again
  • 85% of people using the InterStim™ system achieved success in the first year†,4 
  • 3X greater improvements in quality of life compared to medications6
  • Lets you see if it works before you and your doctor decide
  • Allows you to get full-body MRI scans if you need them‡
  • Hundreds of thousands of people have experienced relief with this safe, FDA-approved and minimally invasive therapy

THE RELIEF YOU’VE BEEN WAITING FOR

Medtronic bladder control therapy delivered by the InterStim™ systems offers recharge-free and rechargeable options, so you can choose the right one for your lifestyle. 

 

  • The recharge-free InterStim™ II system may be best for most people because it’s simple, convenient, and low maintenance.
  • The rechargeable InterStim™ Micro system is smaller, lasts longer, and requires regular recharging sessions.

KNOW YOUR OPTIONS

Compare the InterStim™ II and InterStim™ Micro systems for bowel control.

INTERSTIM™ II SYSTEM

Features

  • Recharge-free battery
  • Battery Life: Approximately 5-6 years§
  • Device Size: 12.5 cm3
  • No routine maintenance
  • SureScan™ MRI technology allows 1.5 and 3T full-body scans‡

Components/Accessories

  • Smart programmer, communicator

INTERSTIM™ MICRO SYSTEM

Features

  • Rechargeable battery
  • Battery Life: up to 15 years
  • Device Size: 2.8 cm3
  • Weekly recharging of 20 minutes||
  • SureScan™ MRI technology allows 1.5 and 3T full-body scans‡

Components/Accessories

  • Smart programmer, communicator, recharger, charging dock, recharging belt
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