Incontinence Evaluation

Incontinence Care in the Comfort of Your Home

Incontinence can significantly impact a senior’s quality of life, often leading to embarrassment, anxiety, and a loss of confidence. At ChronosCare, we offer compassionate and discreet incontinence evaluations to help identify the underlying cause of urinary or bowel leakage and guide you toward effective treatment.

Dr. Raffi Hodikian provides comprehensive in-home evaluations to assess your bladder and bowel health, review contributing factors, and develop a personalized care plan to help you regain control and confidence. Follow-up care is available through secure telehealth visits, offering convenient access to support and treatment without the need to travel to a clinic.

What Is an Incontinence Evaluation?

An incontinence evaluation is a clinical assessment used to identify the underlying causes of bladder or bowel control issues. While incontinence is common among adults aged 65 and older due to age-related changes in the pelvic floor, bladder, kidneys, or nervous system, it is not an inevitable part of aging—and effective treatment options are available.

At ChronosCare, Dr. Raffi Hodikian offers comprehensive incontinence evaluations through secure telehealth consultations and in-home visits. These assessments are designed to identify contributing factors and create a personalized care plan aimed at restoring continence, improving comfort, and enhancing quality of life.

When Should You Schedule an Incontinence Evaluation?

You should consider an evaluation if incontinence symptoms interfere with your daily life, limit your activities, or cause distress. Common signs include:

• Urine leakage when coughing, sneezing, or laughing

• Sudden, strong urges to urinate

• Frequent urination or difficulty starting a stream

• Pain or burning during urination

• Cloudy or bloody urine

• Stool leakage

Dr. Hodikian conducts a detailed medical review during your virtual visit and, if needed, will arrange an in-home evaluation to perform further assessments.

What to Expect During an Incontinence Evaluation

During your in-home evaluation, Dr. Hodikian performs a physical exam and may conduct a neurological assessment to check for nerve-related causes. Diagnostic testing may include urinalysis to rule out infection and a post-void residual measurement to determine how well your bladder empties.

Once test results are available, Dr. Hodikian will meet with you virtually to discuss findings and recommend treatment options. These may include pelvic floor exercises, lifestyle modifications, or medication. If specialized care is required, he can provide referrals to trusted urologists or gastroenterologists in your area.