According to the World Health Organization, the prevalence of urinary incontinence reported in population-based studies ranges from 9.9% to 36.1% and is twice as high in older women as in older men. Despite its prevalence, female bladder health issues are usually not discussed as much as other common health conditions. Because many bladder problems are […]
Pregnancy is a transformative journey that brings about numerous changes in a woman’s body. While the most noticeable changes are often centered around the growing belly and the development of the baby, there are other alterations taking place, including those that affect the bladder. Your Bladder During Pregnancy The relationship between pregnancy and the bladder […]
Urinary tract infections occur when bacteria enters the urethra and infects the urinary tract. These infections are very common, with more than 3 million cases in the United States per year. However, UTIs can be a serious problem for older women and can lead to a variety of complications if left untreated. The Complications Of […]
Pelvic floor dysfunction is a condition in which someone loses the ability to control the muscles of their pelvic floor. It can make it nearly impossible for you to correctly relax and coordinate your pelvic floor muscles. Keep an eye out for these pelvic floor dysfunction symptoms and seek treatment if you experience them. Pelvic […]
Deciding what doctors you need to visit can seem overwhelming. For women, gynecologists and urologists are essential to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Both include a variety of services and specialties for women. The Importance of Both Gynecologists and Urologists Gynecologists and urologists are essential to providing care and support to women. Learning more about each […]
Last month, we focused on preventing bladder problems, and now we are continuing National Bladder Health Month by addressing ways you can improve your bladder health. Many people living with bladder conditions aren’t aware of the various treatment options available to them. While treatments depend on the type of urinary incontinence or bladder condition you […]
November marks the start of National Bladder Health Month, so in order to provide more information, we’re devoting this month to discuss the prevention and treatment of common bladder conditions. Bladder conditions are commonly overlooked or written off as normal, but there are ways that you can actively prevent bladder problems from forming. While not […]
Alliance Urology Specialists has years of experience diagnosing and treating problems with the genitourinary system, including bladder problems for both men and women. Because a large portion of our services is geared towards men, we wanted to take some time to focus on the female bladder and the health problems women may encounter. Many of […]
Pelvic floor therapy is a mainstay at Alliance Urology and we have an entire team of providers dedicated to this treatment for both male and female patients. Pelvic floor physical therapy (PFPT) is administered by a trained physical therapist and involves teaching techniques that can assist in pelvic muscle strengthening, relaxation, and coordination. According to […]