Fig. 3

Boxplots of pre- and post-tests differences of (a) self-esteem, (b) social embarrassment (c) normal daily activities and (d) social life between pre- and post-tests for low and high SSI. Note: On the y-axis, positive values of pre- post-test differences indicate improved self-esteem [Rosenberg Self-Esteem (RSE)] and reduced embarrassment [Incontinence quality of life questionnaire (I-QOL) – Social Embarrassment (SE)], whereas the negative values indicate that the women were less affected by the incontinence in their normal activities, e.g., job [International Consultation on Incontinence Questionnaire - Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms Quality of Life (ICIQ-LUTSqol) - Role limitations]