DefinitionNeurogenic bladder is a urinary problem in which the bladder does not empty properly due to a neurological condition.See also: Urinary incontinenceCauses, incidence, and risk factorsSeveral muscles and nerves must work together for your bladder to hold urine until you're ready to empty it. Nerve messages go back and forth between the brain and the muscles that control bladder emptying. If these nerves are damaged by illness or injury, the muscles may not be able to tighten or relax at the right time.Disorders of the central nervous system commonly cause neurogenic bladder. This can include:Alzheimer's diseaseMeningomyeloceleBrain or spinal cord tumorsMultiple sclerosisParkinson diseaseSpinal cord injuryStroke recoveryDamage or disorders of the peripheral nerves can also cause neu