Pelvic Floor Health

Information for Albertans

Urogynecology Care in Alberta

Urogynecology is a type of healthcare that focuses on women’s pelvic floor health. The pelvic floor is a group of muscles that supports the bladder, bowel, and other organs.

Urogynecology providers diagnose and treat problems such as:

  • Pelvic organ prolapse: when pelvic organs drop because the muscles are weak.
  • Incontinence: leaking urine or stool.
  • Problems emptying the bladder.
  • Other pelvic floor problems.

Care is provided by a team of healthcare professionals, including urogynecologists, nurse practitioners, nurses, physiotherapists, and dietitians. Some patients may also need medicine or surgery.

Pelvic floor problems can affect women of all ages, including new mothers who have had a tear during childbirth.

If you are a health provider, visit Sexual & Reproductive Health, Information for Health Professionals.

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Online Educational Workshops

Understanding Your Pelvic Floor

Online educational workshop feedback form

 

Pelvic Health Physiotherapy Webinars

Free webinars hosted by AHS Pelvic Health Physiotherapists. These private and interactive sessions are designed to help you learn about and manage your pelvic health needs.

Visit MyHealth.Alberta.ca to register or learn more.

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Preparing for Your Appointment

Clinic Handouts

The following handouts explain how to prepare for your visit and what to expect during the test/procedure:

Patient Pathway

Your Appointment

For more information about your appointment, what to expect, and how to find your way, view the following:

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Serving North, Edmonton, & Central Zone

Serving Central, Calgary, & South Zone

Serving South Zone

Health Information

Incontinence

Pelvic Organ Prolapse

Pelvic Floor Muscle

Bladder & Bowel

Diet & Fibre Information

Intermittent Self Catheterization (ISC)

Surgical Options for Pelvic Floor Issues

Urinary Tract Infections

Related Websites

These websites provide additional information to topics relevant to the pelvic floor issues women experience. Their content is not meant as a substitute for health information provided by the clinic and is only for informational purposes.

The clinic has no control or influence on the content found on these external links.

Find Pelvic Floor Physio

General Information

Incontinence Information

Pelvic Floor Topics

 

Still Have Questions?

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