Glossary

An organ located in the lower body and supported by the pelvic floor muscles. The bladder expands to store urine and contracts to release urine.

A device that is placed in the vagina to support prolapsing (sagging) organs (bladder, uterus) and / or stop bladder leakage.

Situations or conditions when the product should not be used.

Descent of the bladder into the vagina.

Descent of the small bowel into the vagina.

Exercises that strengthen the pelvic support muscles and the muscles that squeeze the urethra closed to hold urine in the bladder.

The inner and outer "lips" of the vagina.

A substance like a gel used to reduce friction between two parts.

A rubber designed for use in medical products. It is used as a substitute for latex. Latex rubber may produce allergic reactions with continued use.

Muscles which form a bowl shape in the bottom of the pelvis. They support the bladder and other pelvic organs (uterus).

Pelvic prolapse is the descent of pelvic organs into the vagina.

Descent of the rectum into the vagina.

An unwanted loss of small amounts of urine with physical activity.

A bacterial infection caused by leaving a tampon in the vagina too long. There is no association between use of the uresta™ bladder support and TSS.

The narrow tube that carries urine from the bladder out of the body.

To release or void urine; to pee; to “pass your water”.

Descent of the uterus into the vagina.

The major female reproductive organ. It is also known as the womb. It is located at the top of the vagina.

A passageway from the uterus (womb) to the outside of the body. It is also known as the birth canal.

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