Muscle Stimulator for Continence Issues (includes appropriate electrodes and batteries)
Last modified
22 November 2021
RAP item number
AD27
RAP item category
Continence Products
Is this a contracted item
No
Is prior approval required
No
Comments
Use of the muscle stimulator would be part of an overall management plan which includes a home exercise program and appropriate reviews. Instruction in use, prescription of exercises and continence education would be provided by a continence nurse or physiotherapist. Evaluation of the effectiveness of this type of intervention would be completed prior to recommendation of supply.
Use of the muscle stimulator would be part of an overall management plan which includes a home exercise program and appropriate reviews. Instruction in use, prescription of exercises and continence education would be provided by a continence nurse or physiotherapist. Evaluation of the effectiveness of this type of intervention would be completed prior to recommendation of supply.
RAP National Guidelines - Continence Products