Urinary Incontinence (LEAKING) in Runners | DOR Podcast #103

Urinary incontinence (leaking) is an incredibly common struggle for runners, both male and female. Specifically for women, more than 50% of athletes report dealing with leakage. Understandably this struggle is underreported and often unaided when people do ask for help. Andrea Myers and Megan Flynn interview Dr. Beth Shelly, a pelvic floor specialist. Dr. Shelly dives into the research on leakage, the anatomy of the pelvic floor, risk factors, treatment and more. About Beth Shelly Beth Shelly is a Doctor of Physical Therapy board certified in women’s health and biofeedback for pelvic floor dysfunction. She has practiced for over 35 years, specializing in women’s and men’s health. Beth completed her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree at St. Ambrose University in Davenport, Iowa in 2007 with the completion of her research in the methods PTs use to learn PFM examination. Her private practice in Illinois specializes in pelvic health and lymphedema. You can also find her at www.bethshelly.com and www.education.bethshelly.com or find her on Facebook and Instagram. Want our top quality audio? Check out our podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify: https://www.doctorsofrunning.com/p/po... The Subjective: What's the biggest running-related myth you've heard? Chapters 00:00 - Intro 08:18 - An overview of urinary incontienance 11:50 - The musulature of the pelvic floor 18:30 - Risk factors for urinary leakage in runners 26:06 - Possible causes of urinary leakage 30:58 - How a pelvic floor physical therapist can help runners 42:03 - Assessing a runner's abdominal and pelvic strength 57:06 - The use of biofeeback technology 1:02:54 - How to find a pelvic floor specialist 1:09:26 - Wrap-up Find our reviews and features at https://www.doctorsofrunning.com/ ==================================================================== Shop Gear We Love! (these are affiliate links that help support Doctors of Running. Thanks so much for supporting the channel!): Skratch Recovery Mix (best after run drink): https://bit.ly/3KvfPtJ Rabbit EZ Tank Top (so soft!): https://bit.ly/38F6Zv8 UltraSpire Fitted Race Belt (carry everything in balance): https://bit.ly/3tBh7f7 Feetures Socks (best quality, high gripping): https://bit.ly/39uu8B7 Trigger Point Foam Roller (roll out the aches): https://bit.ly/3kB59zu Coros Pace 2 Watch (bang for buck watch): https://bit.ly/3OTtaPc Theragun Massager (recovery strong): https://bit.ly/3vtN8Ip ==================================================================== Come Hang Out With Us On Social Media! STRAVA:   / strava   FACEBOOK:   / doctorsofrunning   LINKEDIN:   / doctors-of-running   INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/doctorsofru... TWITTER:   / doctorsrunning   APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... ANCHOR PODCAST: https://anchor.fm/doctors-of-running ==================================================================== About Us Doctors of Running aims to use knowledge of human movement, clinical biomechanics and performance to bring you cutting edge reviews, science and knowledge. Featuring reviews of the latest shoes and shoe technology from the perspective of physical therapy professionals.