CTM UHB offering free getUBetter app to support women across the CTM region to manage pelvic health
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board (CTM UHB) has partnered with getUBetter to provide a free app to help empower women across the CTM UHB region to look after their pelvic health from the comfort of their own home.
Funded by Contracts For Innovation Cymru, the app has been developed in collaboration with local clinicians to run as a pilot project across the Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board region.
Pelvic health problems are very common yet often hidden. One in three women experience pelvic floor disorders in their lifetime, with over 60% reporting symptoms, which can include incontinence, pain, prolapse, and sexual dysfunction.
Symptoms of pelvic health problems can have a big impact on someone’s wellbeing, family life, and working life. More than 80% of women say symptoms affect their ability to work or provide care.
Despite this, many women do not seek help for pelvic health issues, and those who do may long waits for specialist care.
The getUBetter app will offer 3 types of support for women:
- Core Women’s Pelvic Health – for issues such as incontinence, prolapse and pelvic pain
- Antenatal Support – trimester-by-trimester guidance during pregnancy
- Postnatal Support – two phases (0-3 months and 3+ months) with targeted help for issues such as leakage, diastasis and safe return to normal activity
The app provides a 4-in-1 digital solution to empower and support women with safe, timely, and effective information, which includes:
- Trusted self-management alongside routine care and waiting lists
- In-app pelvic floor exercises to build confidence and lasting habits
- Connecting women in the CTM UHB region directly to local care
- Helping women to access to local NHS services
The getUBetter app will give women and girls digital tools which will help them to feel more confident looking after themselves, and to manage pelvic health issues.
Carey McClellan, Founder and CEO at getUBetter said: “We are so excited to be working with the amazing team across Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board to deliver the getUBetter app, and support women and girls across CTM UHB region. By providing this digital solution, we are supporting the local population, whilst at the same time supporting the local health board by reducing costs and increasing care capacity. We are really looking forward to working together to benefit patients and the health system, by putting safe, evidence based digital support at the heart of healthcare.”
Clare Connor, Consultant Physiotherapist said: “The Women’s Health Plan for Wales recognises pelvic health and incontinence as key priorities for urgent improvement. We’re proud to be working on this pilot collaboration with getUBetter, and to be the first health board in Wales to offer the getUBetter app to support our communities across CTM UHB.
“The app is a tried and tested way to support women with pelvic health issues, by providing them with a free digital platform which offers information and advice about what they can do for themselves, and how to find and ask for help when they need it. It’s a simple way for women to get their own personal recovery plan without having to wait for an appointment.”
The app works on smartphones, tablets, or through a web browser.
It’s free for everyone across the Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board region and CTM women’s pelvic health hospital sites.
The app available in 14 different languages, includes subtitles on all videos, and has a feature that reads the text out loud.
How to get the app:
- Click this link: https://tinyurl.com/2wbhxn32
- Download the app from an online app store
- Visit your local GP website
- Scan a QR code on posters or leaflets in your area
- Ask your GP or health professional
- Access it through the Physiotherapy Service at Prince Charles Hospital, Princess of Wales Hospital, Ysbyty Cwm Cynon and Royal Glamorgan Hospital
11/12/2025