ArticleInternational urogynecology journal2021
Rug-pee study: the prevalence of urinary incontinence among female university rugby players.
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- Urinary Incontinence in Women Athletes: Umbrella Review and Meta-analysis of Sport-Related Factors.Sports medicine (Auckland, N.Z.) · 2026Pooled it
- Elite female athletes' experiences of symptoms of pelvic floor dysfunction: A systematic review.International urogynecology journal · 2022Pooled it
- Creation and Validation of a Comprehensive Instrument to Assess UI in Female Athletes and Active Women.International urogynecology journal · 2026Article
- Pelvic floor morphofunctional characteristics in female rugby players beyond the tackle. Pelvic floor muscles in high-impact sports.Scientific reports · 2026Article
- The Hidden Challenge: Pelvic Floor Symptoms and Their Impact on Performance and Well-Being in Elite Female Rugby Players.European journal of sport science · 2025Observational
- Prioritise safety, optimise success! Return to rugby postpartum.European journal of sport science · 2024Review
- Is your system fit for purpose? Female athlete health considerations for rugby injury and illness surveillance systems.European journal of sport science · 2024Review
- Up for the tackle? The pelvic floor and rugby. A review.European journal of sport science · 2024Review
- Prevalence and Experience of Urinary Incontinence Among Elite Female Gaelic Sports Athletes.International urogynecology journal · 2024Article
- Stress urinary incontinence prevalence and risk factors in female rugby players: a common health problem across four nations.BMJ open sport & exercise medicine · 2024Article
- Experience of Playing Sport or Exercising for Women with Pelvic Floor Symptoms: A Qualitative Study.Sports medicine - open · 2023Article
- Applied sports science and sports medicine in women's rugby: systematic scoping review and Delphi study to establish future research priorities.BMJ open sport & exercise medicine · 2022Article
- Urinary Incontinence in Competitive Women Powerlifters: A Cross-Sectional Survey.Sports medicine - open · 2021Article
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Abstract
introduction and hypothesisThe goal of this study was to determine the prevalence of urinary incontinence among female university varsity rugby players. Secondary objectives were to understand when the incontinence occurred and to assess the degree of bother experienced. It is postulated that female rugby players may have higher rates of urinary incontinence due to the high-impact activities involved in training and competitions.
methodsData was collected via a self-administered, anonymous questionnaire.
resultsA total of 95 athletes were included in the survey results. Urinary incontinence was experienced by 51 of the 95 (54%) players. Of the 51 athletes who reported leaking urine, 90% leaked urine when competing in a rugby game and 88% of players leaked when being tackled or hit. Despite the high prevalence of urinary incontinence, most players reported they were not bothered or only slightly bothered by their urinary leaking. Several of the players (18%) were interested in receiving treatment for their urinary incontinence.
conclusionThe prevalence of urinary incontinence among varsity female rugby players is 54%, which is consistent with rates among other high-impact sports. Surprisingly, the majority of these women are not bothered by their incontinence and most are not interested in treatment for this condition at this time.
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