The ‘ normal’ bladder

Written By Rachel Neate

Author: Rachel

Bladder Dysfunction

Fun fact: Did you know that the female urethra (the tube that carries urine from the bladder towards exiting your body) is shorter than a man’s, making them more susceptible to a urinary tract infection.

What is a normally functioning adult bladder?

  • The bladder holds approximately 500-800mls.

  • We should wee at approximately half of its capacity.

  • Average times we should urinate per day is 6-8 times, and 0-1 times per night

  • We should urinate about 250-400mls every void, except the first morning urination which can be up to double normal daytime volumes

  • Urine should be pale, straw coloured, clear and not cloudy

  • We should drink somewhere around 1500-2000mls of fluid per day (not 2L of water plus other drinks)

    • This can vary based on body size, ambient temperature, types of foods eaten

  • Urine is not sterile If the bladder is not performing as ‘normal’, you might have a bladder issue.

Pelvic Health Physiotherapists can provide a thorough assessment of the bladder to determine which areas may be causing you concern and provide a tailored treatment plan to improve your symptoms and quality of life!

Rachel Neate
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