Knowledge of pelvic floor muscles in community-dwelling women aged over 60: its relationship with urinary incontinence

Abstract

Aim: The aim of this study was to investigate knowledge and awareness of pelvic floor muscles and pelvic floor exercises in women aged over 60. Findings: Knowledge and awareness of pelvic floor muscles and exercises are low in women aged over 60. Knowledge and awareness of pelvic floor muscles were significantly lower in women with urinary incontinence. Message: Clinicians should keep in mind that older women have low levels of awareness and knowledge on pelvic floor functions and dysfunctions but are eager to receive information and perform pelvic floor muscle exercises. © The Author(s), under exclusive licence to European Geriatric Medicine Society 2024.