The Stress Urinary Incontinence in CrossFit (SUCCeSS) Study

Objective
To evaluate the prevalence and severity of urinary incontinence (UI) in women who participate in CrossFit classes compared with women who participate in non-CrossFit group fitness classes.
Methods
The authors conducted a cross-sectional study of women who participate in either CrossFit or non-CrossFit group fitness classes using an online survey. Participants provided demographic information and completed the Incontinence Severity Index and Urinary Distress Inventory. Participants were recruited from local CrossFit and non-CrossFit gyms, online via social media, and an electronic CrossFit Newsletter. Associated comorbidities, exercises associated with UI, and coping mechanisms for urinary leakage were also assessed.
Results
Four hundred twenty-three women meeting inclusion criteria completed the survey, including 322 CrossFit participants and 101 non-CrossFit participants. We found that CrossFit participants were older than non-CrossFit participants and more likely to self-identify as non-Hispanic white. CrossFit participants more commonly reported UI (84% vs 48%, P =

Source: Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery - February 1, 2020 Category: OBGYN Tags: AUGS Special Issue Submissions Source Type: research