If the child does not outgrow the condition, treatments can include bladder training and medication. In bladder training, the child uses exercises to strengthen and coordinate the urethra and bladder muscles to control urination. Such exercises teach the child to prevent urinating when away from the toilet and to anticipate the urge to urinate. Additional techniques to help overactive bladder include:
- Avoiding caffeine or other ingredients that may encourage overactive bladder
- Using timed voiding, or urinating on a schedule -- for example, every two hours
- Adopting healthy urination habits, such as taking enough time to urinate and relaxing muscles during urination