What Is Axonics Therapy?
Conditions Axonics Therapy May Address
Axonics Therapy is appropriate for adults experiencing bladder or bowel control issues that have not responded adequately to more conservative treatments. The conditions our team evaluates and treats with this approach include:
- Urge incontinence: a sudden, strong need to urinate that is difficult to control, sometimes resulting in accidental leakage before reaching a restroom
- Overactive bladder: a pattern of urinary urgency, often accompanied by frequency and sometimes nighttime urination
- Urinary frequency: urinating more than 8 times per day or waking 2 or more times per night to use the restroom
- Urinary retention: difficulty fully emptying the bladder, which can cause discomfort and increase the risk of complications
- Fecal incontinence: involuntary loss of bowel control, a condition that affects quality of life significantly but is more treatable than many patients realize
Each of these conditions is evaluated individually. Not every patient will be a candidate for Axonics Therapy, and part of what our team does is take the time to understand your history, your prior treatments, and your goals before recommending a path forward.
The Candidacy Evaluation: Your Starting Point
The journey toward Axonics Therapy at Incontinence Centers of America begins with a candidacy evaluation. This step is designed to take the pressure off and give you a clear, honest picture of whether this treatment is the right fit for your situation. Our team takes a thorough approach to understanding what you have already tried, how your symptoms are affecting your daily life, and what outcome you are hoping for.
A short candidacy quiz is available on our homepage as an entry point. It asks four straightforward questions to help you get a sense of whether Axonics Therapy is worth a closer conversation. From there, a more complete clinical evaluation with one of our bladder and bowel specialists allows for a personalized recommendation based on your full medical picture.
This is not a one-size-fits-all process. Patients who are appropriate candidates for Axonics may proceed toward implantation. Those who are not may still benefit from other treatment options our practice offers, including more traditional approaches to managing bladder and bowel conditions. The goal is always to find the path that is genuinely right for you.
Why Patients in Denver Choose Incontinence Centers of America
A Practice Focused Entirely on Bladder and Bowel Health
Unlike general practices that treat dozens of conditions, Incontinence Centers of America was built around a single focus: helping patients regain control of their bladder and bowel function. This specialization means our team brings concentrated experience to every evaluation and every treatment decision. Patients are not navigating a large general clinic where bladder and bowel concerns are just one of many priorities. This is all we do.
Three Colorado Locations, Including Two Serving the Denver Metro
Denver-area patients have access to care at our Englewood office, located at 10700 E. Geddes Ave. in Englewood, CO 80112, and at Lone Tree Surgery Center, located at 9218 Kimmer Drive in Lone Tree, CO 80124. A third location in Colorado Springs serves patients in the southern part of the state. Having multiple access points across the region means that patients from Aurora, Centennial, Littleton, Highlands Ranch, Parker, and the broader Denver metro can find a convenient location without a long drive.
A Collaborative Team of Specialized Physicians
Incontinence Centers of America operates as a multi-physician practice, which means patients benefit from a team approach to their care. Our physicians consult collaboratively, and patients consistently note that they do not feel rushed through appointments. When you are dealing with something as personal and significant as a bladder or bowel control issue, that kind of unhurried, individualized attention matters.
Major Insurance Accepted
Axonics Therapy is covered by many major insurance plans. Incontinence Centers of America accepts Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Humana, Medicare, and United Healthcare. Our team can help you understand your coverage during the evaluation process so that insurance questions do not stand in the way of getting the help you need.
What to Expect From the Axonics Therapy Process
Understanding what the process looks like from start to finish helps reduce anxiety and sets realistic expectations. While every patient’s experience is individual, the general pathway for Axonics Therapy follows a consistent structure.
The first step is your candidacy evaluation, where our team reviews your medical history, current symptoms, and prior treatment attempts. If you are a good candidate, a trial stimulation phase typically comes next. During this stage, a temporary external device delivers stimulation to evaluate how well your body responds before any permanent implant is placed. This trial period is an important checkpoint that helps confirm the therapy is working as expected for you specifically.
If the trial produces positive results, the next step is implantation of the small Axonics device. The procedure is minimally invasive and is typically performed in an outpatient setting. Recovery time is generally modest, and most patients return to regular activities within a short period after the procedure. The device can be adjusted after implantation to optimize its effectiveness, and our team remains involved in your care throughout the process.
Is Axonics Therapy Available Near Me in the Denver Area?
If you are searching for Axonics Therapy near you and live anywhere in the Denver metro, Incontinence Centers of America is a dedicated provider. Our Englewood and Lone Tree locations are accessible from communities throughout the greater Denver area, including Lakewood, Arvada, Westminster, Thornton, Castle Rock, and beyond. You do not need to travel out of state or to a large hospital system to access this level of specialized care. It is available right here in Colorado, through a team focused entirely on the conditions Axonics Therapy is designed to treat.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Axonics Therapy work for bladder and bowel control?
Axonics Therapy uses a small implantable device to deliver mild electrical stimulation to the sacral nerves, which play a central role in regulating bladder and bowel function. When those nerves are not communicating properly with the brain, the result can be urgency, leakage, frequency, or retention. The stimulation from the Axonics device helps restore that communication pathway, addressing the root cause of symptoms rather than simply suppressing them. Incontinence Centers of America evaluates each patient to determine whether this mechanism is likely to be effective for their specific situation.
Who is a good candidate for Axonics Therapy?
Axonics Therapy is generally considered for adults who have experienced significant bladder or bowel control symptoms and have not found adequate relief from more conservative treatments such as behavioral modifications, pelvic floor therapy, or medications. Conditions that may qualify include urge incontinence, overactive bladder, urinary retention, and fecal incontinence. The candidacy evaluation at Incontinence Centers of America is designed to determine whether you are a strong fit for this therapy based on your full medical history and symptom profile, not a one-question checklist.
Is Axonics Therapy covered by insurance?
Yes, Axonics Therapy is covered by many major insurance plans, and Incontinence Centers of America accepts Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Humana, Medicare, and United Healthcare. Coverage details vary by plan and individual circumstances, so our team works with patients during the evaluation process to clarify what their specific plan covers. Insurance uncertainty should not be a reason to delay getting evaluated, and we are here to help you navigate those questions.
What is the difference between Axonics Therapy and other incontinence treatments?
Many incontinence treatments focus on managing symptoms, either through behavioral strategies, medications, or pelvic exercises. Axonics Therapy takes a different approach by targeting the nerve-level communication that underlies bladder and bowel control problems. Clinical data published in Neurourology and Urodynamics found that 93% of patients achieved clinically significant improvements after two years, with a 94% patient satisfaction rate, which reflects a level of durable effectiveness that shorter-term approaches do not consistently deliver. At Incontinence Centers of America, our team discusses all available options with patients so the choice is fully informed.
What does the Axonics device feel like after implantation?
The Axonics device is small and designed for long-term comfort. In the clinical study published in Neurourology and Urodynamics, fewer than 2% of patients reported discomfort from the implant itself. Most patients adapt quickly and find the device unobtrusive in daily life. The stimulation it delivers is mild, and the device can be adjusted after implantation to find the setting that works best for each individual patient. Incontinence Centers of America supports patients through this adjustment process to help ensure the best possible experience.
How long does Axonics Therapy last?
The Axonics device is designed to function for many years, which is a meaningful advantage over earlier generations of sacral neuromodulation technology that required more frequent battery replacements. The longevity of the device reduces the likelihood of needing additional procedures over time, which is an important consideration for patients evaluating long-term treatment options. Our team at Incontinence Centers of America discusses device longevity and what to expect over the full course of therapy during the candidacy evaluation.
Do I need a referral to be evaluated for Axonics Therapy at Incontinence Centers of America?
You can begin the process by completing the candidacy quiz on the Incontinence Centers of America website or by contacting our office directly to request an evaluation appointment. A physician referral is not required to start the conversation. Many patients come to us after being referred by a primary care physician or another specialist, but self-referral is equally welcome. Our team is here to help you determine whether Axonics Therapy is right for you, regardless of how you found us.
Living with bladder or bowel control issues is something too many people do quietly, often for years, before seeking the specialized help that is available to them. If you are ready to find out whether Axonics Therapy is the right fit for your situation, Incontinence Centers of America is here to walk through it with you, without pressure and without judgment. Take the four-question candidacy quiz on our homepage to get started, or reach out to our team to request an evaluation at our Englewood or Lone Tree location.
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Schedule a consultation with us today to discuss your symptoms and see if Axonics Therapy is right for you.
Important Safety Information:
Implantation and use of the Axonics System incurs risks beyond those normally associated with surgery, some of which may necessitate surgical intervention.
Results and experiences may vary and are unique to each patient. No promise or guarantee is made about specific results or experiences. Talk to your doctor about whether the Axonics System is right for you and to discuss the potential risks and benefits. For more information about safety and potential risks, go to: www.axonics.com/isi.
Caution: Federal law (USA) restricts this device to sale and use by or on the order of a physician.
1. Pezzella A, McCrery R, Lane F, et al. Two-year outcomes of the ARTISAN-SNM study for the treatment of urinary urgency incontinence using the Axonics rechargeable sacral neuromodulation system. Neurourol Urodyn. 2021;40(2):714-721. doi:10.1002/nau.24615
2. Blok, B, et al. Neurourol Urodyn. 2020
