Altaviva (Medtronic)

What is Altaviva?

Altaviva is an advanced therapy designed to help treat symptoms of overactive bladder (OAB), including urge urinary incontinence, frequent urination, and sudden, difficult-to-control urges to urinate. It uses gentle neuromodulation technology to improve communication between your bladder and the nerves that control it.

For many patients, Altaviva offers an effective treatment option when conservative therapies, such as bladder training, pelvic floor exercises, or medications, have not provided enough symptom relief. The goal is to reduce bothersome urinary symptoms and help you regain confidence in your daily life.

How does Altaviva work?

Your bladder and brain constantly communicate through a network of nerves that control when your bladder stores urine and when it's time to empty. In people with an overactive bladder, these nerve signals can become disrupted, causing the bladder to contract before it's full.

Altaviva delivers gentle stimulation to the nerves involved in bladder control, helping normalize these signals and improve bladder function. By restoring healthier communication between the bladder and nervous system, many patients experience fewer urgent trips to the bathroom and improved bladder control.

Your provider will explain how the treatment is performed, answer your questions, and create a care plan tailored to your individual needs.

What conditions does Altaviva treat?

Altaviva is primarily used to treat symptoms associated with an overactive bladder, including:

• Urge urinary incontinence
• Sudden, intense urges to urinate
• Frequent urination during the day
• Waking multiple times at night to urinate (nocturia)

If these symptoms interfere with your work, sleep, travel, or everyday activities, Altaviva may provide meaningful relief.

Who is a good candidate for Altaviva?

You may be a good candidate for Altaviva if you:

• Have been diagnosed with overactive bladder or urge urinary incontinence
• Continue to experience symptoms despite lifestyle changes or medications
• Prefer a minimally invasive treatment option
• Want an alternative to more invasive surgical procedures

The team at Pacific Northwest Urology Specialists performs a comprehensive evaluation to determine whether Altaviva is the most appropriate treatment for your condition and goals.

What are the benefits of Altaviva?

Many patients choose Altaviva because it offers several potential benefits, including:

• Reduced urinary urgency and frequency
• Fewer episodes of urge urinary incontinence
• Improved bladder control
• A minimally invasive approach
• Personalized treatment based on your symptoms and response

Results vary from person to person, and your provider will monitor your progress to help you achieve the best possible outcome.

What can I expect during treatment?

Your journey begins with a consultation to review your symptoms, medical history, and previous treatments. If Altaviva is right for you, your provider will explain each step of the treatment process and what to expect before, during, and after therapy.

Throughout your care, the team works closely with you to monitor your progress, answer your questions, and make any necessary adjustments to help optimize your results. Their goal is to improve your quality of life while providing compassionate, patient-centered care every step of the way.

If overactive bladder or urge urinary incontinence is affecting your daily routine, don't wait to seek treatment. Call Pacific Northwest Urology Specialists today or book an appointment online to learn whether Altaviva may be the right solution for you.