Incontinence refers to any accidental or involuntary loss of urine from the bladder, commonly due to stress or urge incontinence. Stress incontinence can occur due to activities which cause increased intra-abdominal pressure, such as coughing, sneezing, jumping, running, laughing and heavy lifting. Women who have experienced pregnancy, labour, childbirth and menopause are more susceptible to experiencing stress incontinence. On the other hand, urge incontinence refers to an ‘unstable or overactive’ bladder, characterised by a strong, urgent need to urinate. An overactive bladder may appear to feel fuller, with triggers such as hearing running water, opening the front door or washing hands increasing the urge to urinate.