The Relationship Between Urinary Incontinence and Motor Symptoms in Patients with Stroke

Objective: This study aims to evaluate the relationship between post-stroke urinary incontinence and the severity of spasticity, balance, and gait performance. Material and Method: This cross-sectional study was conducted with 46 patients with stroke. The Modified Rankin Scale (MRS) was used to determine the functional status of the participants. A 24-hour pad test was performed to assess urinary incontinence, and the Danish Prostate Symptom Score (DANN-PSS) was utilized to evaluate urinary function. Spasticity, as one of the motor symptoms, was assessed using the Modified Ashworth Scale (MAS), while balance and gait were evaluated through the Tinetti Balance and Gait Assessment. Results: The mean age of patients with urinary incontinence was significantly higher than that of those without incontinence (p