Publications by authors named "James K Poling"
Scaling the Heights: Rates of Pelvic Floor Dysfunction in Female Rock-Climbing Enthusiasts.
Wilderness Environ Med
November 2024
Article Synopsis
- - Recent research highlights a lack of studies on pelvic floor dysfunction in female rock climbers, prompting this study to explore incontinence and related disorders among climbers in the U.S.
- - An online survey of 343 female climbers revealed a high prevalence of pelvic floor issues, with overactive bladder being the most common, and noted that rope climbers experienced more severe symptoms compared to boulderers.
- - The findings suggest that female climbers, especially those who are parous or engage in rope climbing, have a higher incidence of pelvic floor disorders compared to the general population, indicating a need for better screening practices in active women.