The MyHealth.Alberta.ca Network showcases trusted, easy-to-use health and wellness resources from Alberta Health Services and Alberta-based partner organizations. The network is led by MyHealth.Alberta.ca, Alberta’s source for consumer health information. Our partners are committed to helping Albertans better manage their health and wellbeing. Health experts across Alberta make sure that the information on these sites is accurate and up-to-date. Our partners include
Main Content
Top of the page
Your pelvic floor muscles help control the flow of urine from your bladder through a tube called the urethra.
Many things, including childbirth, surgery, hormones, weight gain, and sometimes medicines, can cause changes in the pelvic floor muscles.
These changes can lead to stress incontinence.
Stress incontinence means that you leak a small amount of urine when you do something that puts stress, strain, or pressure on your bladder.
It can happen, for example, when you cough, laugh, or lift something.
Current as of: April 30, 2024
Author: Ignite Healthwise, LLC Staff
Clinical Review BoardAll Healthwise education is reviewed by a team that includes physicians, nurses, advanced practitioners, registered dieticians, and other healthcare professionals.
This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Ignite Healthwise, LLC disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the Terms of Use. How this information was developed to help you make better health decisions. Image is used for illustrative purposes only and any person depicted is a model.
