At 56, Cynthia Hall was used to staying busy. A dedicated operating room nurse in Spartanburg, she spent her days caring for patients, loving on her grandbabies and lifting bales of hay on her family’s farm. 

But over time, a common yet often unspoken condition began to interfere with her daily routine: stress urinary incontinence. 

Simple moments like a sneeze or cough would lead to a leak and affect her daily life. 

“I couldn’t sneeze, I couldn’t cough, I couldn’t pick up the grandkids,” Hall said. “It had been five to six years dealing with it. At first, I took it as I’m just getting older but then finally, I said, ‘I don’t have to live like this.’” 

Like many women, Hall delayed seeking treatment, assuming it was simply part of aging. She also had two children and assumed the toll her body took from childbirth contributed to her condition. 

However, after learning more about available options, she decided to consult urogynecologist Dr. Thomas Wheeler with Medical Group of the Carolinas – Urogynecology – Spartanburg. Dr. Wheeler is a specialist experienced in treating pelvic floor disorders. 

During her evaluation, Dr. Wheeler recommended a minimally invasive bladder sling procedure—a treatment designed to provide support to the urethra and prevent leakage during physical activity. After discussing the benefits and recovery, Hall felt confident moving forward. 

“The procedure itself was straightforward, and the whole medical team made me feel comfortable every step of the way,” she said. “Talking to Dr. Wheeler made all the difference for me. He can give you options. For me, it was the surgical route.” 

Recovery was quicker than Hall expected. Within days, she began noticing a significant improvement and was getting back to living life without the limitations she once faced. 

“Now, I don’t have to think twice about doing my job or picking up my grandkids. I even went back to lifting 50- to 60-pound bales of hay on my father’s farm,” Hall said. 

Today, Hall encourages other women experiencing similar symptoms not to wait. 

“There are solutions, and you don’t have to live with it,” she said. “No woman should have to live this way.” 

To schedule a consultation with Dr. Wheeler, call Medical Group of the Carolinas – Urogynecology – Spartanburg at 864-253-8055.