Pelvic floor dysfunction (PFD) is an umbrella term including a myriad of conditions including urinary and anal incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, pelvic pain and sexual dysfunction.1 High-impact sports have been linked with an increased risk of developing PFD. For instance, up to 76% of female volleyball players reported urinary symptoms.2

Despite the widespread occurrence and consequences of PFD, it remains under-reported by athletes.1 2 Misinformation, misperceptions and miseducation about PFD for both clinicians and athletes can adversely impact an athlete’s health, care, training and performance.2 3

We aimed to summarise 10 evidence-based truths regarding the athlete’s …