“Urinary incontinence was something that was obviously not going to get better; it was going to get worse. I sort of had an acceptance because I thought that it was normal. But to be able to control it, it’s fantastic! [...] You see commercials, where women are dancing around and feeling so proud because they can go out and dance and wear these diapers [incontinence product], essentially. There’s a lot of that on television, and it’s like: ‘this is it? This is pride, this is freedom? Women’s liberation: [incontinence products]?’ Well, there’s a better way [PFM physiotherapy]. [...] Because you’re controlling the problem!”
- Mrs (3i)
GROUP study
“But coming here for the sessions, I no longer needed a diaper or pad and there was nothing else to stop me! […]It’s freedom.”
- Mrs (14g)
GROUP study
“Having just completed the 12-week program, I’d like to make a few comments about my experience: The weekly sessions were given by highly professional members of the research team, and the information and exercises were provided in a clear and concise step-by-step approach, which I was easily able to follow during the rest of the week. The combination of practice and theory provided me with new knowledge of how my urinary system works, and the advice on diet and exercise were excellent. During the sessions, the instructor and participants were friendly and it was easy to approach the instructor with any questions during and after the class, and by phone during the week if necessary. There are follow-up evaluations after completing the 12-week program, which encourage me to continue the exercise program at home, with the goal that it will become part of my routine. I have found it an immense help to my personal well-being, and I highly recommend this program to anyone experiencing any kind of incontinence.
I’m doing my exercises every day and writing them down on the calendar, so if I miss one, my husband reminds me. Thank you for all the information and help I received during my 12 weeks with you.”
- Mrs A.
GROUP study