What Is Credes Method of the Bladder

Crede or Valsalva maneuver or abdominal tapping are used by patients with incomplete SCI to achieve bladder evacuation by relaxing the external urethral sphincter and increasing pressure in the bladder.

How is the Crede's method done?

The Credé maneuver is executed by exerting manual pressure on the abdomen at the location of the bladder, just below the navel. Patients can learn to perform the maneuver on themselves as it is simple to do. The method is also used in obstetrics to aid the body in expelling the placenta after childbirth.

What is Crede's method when voiding?

Crede Maneuver—This is a medical term for manual pressure on the lower abdominal wall in an attempt to better eliminate urine. This is best performed by using both hands, leaning forward, and pressing down firmly on the lower abdomen between the belly button and the pubic bone.