Continence Services (bladder and bowel)

We provide a nurse-led service to support people across Dorset with bladder and bowel problems.

Our continence advisory team works with people to alleviate or cure the problem, or to help them manage the problem effectively. Assessments are conducted in a secure, private environment by a specialist nurse, and support/treatment can include lifestyle advice, bladder retraining, pelvic floor exercises, electrical stimulation and bladder scanning.

We work with GPs for the prescribing of medication, where necessary, and can link in with other healthcare professionals when more specialised treatment is required. We also provide support to families and carers, and advice for other health and social care professionals.

If you, or your loved one, would like to access this service and can attend a clinic in your area, please speak to your GP or any other healthcare professional involved with your care. You can also contact us direct for more information.

Contact information

The office is open to enquiries from 08.30 hrs to 16.30hrs Monday to Friday.

Continence Advisory Service (West)

Usually by telephone on 01305 259978 or by post to:

The Atrium Health Centre
No 7.Weymouth Avenue
Dorchester
Dorset
DT1 1QR

Continence Advisory Service (East)

Usually by telephone on 01202 443111 or by post to:

11 Shelley Road
Bournemouth
Dorset
BH1 4JQ

Where to access the service: