If you’re coping with urinary leakage, you’re definitely not alone.
As our founder, Heather Jeffcoat, DPT tells Tabitha Britt of Well + Good,
“Urinary incontinence is not just an ‘old lady’ issue. Young athletes have high rates of urinary incontinence, as well as bowel (fecal) incontinence.”
And yet, incontinence is still deemed taboo for a variety of reasons, including:
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Societal expectations and norms
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General embarrassment and fear, especially of aging
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Limited access to information on the subject
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Systemic barriers in health care
Read the full article for more information on how doctors and patients alike can take steps to normalize and alleviate symptoms of incontinence.
And as always, please feel free to Schedule with one of our physical therapists for an assessment and treatment plan. We hope to see you soon!