Research has demonstrated that young female athletes participating in 
high-impact sports may be at higher risk for urinary incontinence. Using a 
modified Bristol Female Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms Questionnaire, a group of 
young adult female athletes was surveyed in Central Illinois to identify the 
prevalence of stress incontinence and assess education needs. Results indicated 
that more than 25% of those completing surveys experienced incontinence and that 
more than 90% had never told anyone about their problem and had no knowledge of 
preventive measures; 16% reported incontinence negatively impacted their quality 
of life.