Emsella

Emsella is a non-invasive medical treatment designed to strengthen the pelvic floor muscles and improve issues such as urinary incontinence and sexual health. It uses High-Intensity Focused Electromagnetic (HIFEM) technology to stimulate muscle contractions in the pelvic area.

Emsella

Emsella is a non-invasive medical device that uses high-intensity focused electromagnetic technology to stimulate the pelvic floor muscles. This technology is designed to treat urinary incontinence in women and men. The device uses electromagnetic waves to stimulate the muscles of the pelvic floor, causing them to contract and relax. The treatment is painless and non-invasive, and patients can sit comfortably on the device while it works. Emsella is FDA-approved for the treatment of stress urinary incontinence and urge incontinence in women.

Who is this for?

Candidates for Emsella treatment are typically men and women who suffer from urinary incontinence, particularly stress urinary incontinence or urge incontinence. Stress urinary incontinence is characterized by leakage of urine during physical activities such as sneezing, coughing, or exercising, while urge incontinence is characterized by a sudden and strong urge to urinate that can lead to involuntary leakage.

Emsella treatment is generally recommended for individuals who have not responded to other treatments such as pelvic floor exercises or medication. It is also recommended for individuals who are unable or unwilling to undergo surgery for their condition.

Downtime

One of the advantages of Emsella treatment is that there is no downtime or recovery period required. The treatment is non-invasive, so there is no need for incisions or anesthesia. Patients can resume their normal activities immediately after the treatment session, and there are no restrictions on physical activity or exercise.

Emsella treatment sessions typically last around 30 minutes, and patients can sit comfortably on the device while it works. The number of sessions required may vary depending on the individual's specific condition and the severity of their symptoms, but many patients experience improvement after just a few sessions.

It is important to note that some patients may experience mild soreness or discomfort in the treated area immediately following the session, but this typically subsides quickly and does not interfere with daily activities.

Alternative Treatments

There are several alternative lifestyle changes that may help improve symptoms of urinary incontinence in addition to or instead of Emsella treatment.

Some of these include:

Bladder training: Bladder training involves gradually increasing the time between trips to the bathroom to help increase the amount of urine the bladder can hold and improve control.
Dietary changes: Certain foods and drinks, such as caffeine, alcohol, and acidic foods, can irritate the bladder and contribute to urinary incontinence. Making dietary changes, such as reducing or eliminating these items, may help improve symptoms.
Weight loss: Being overweight or obese can put extra pressure on the bladder and pelvic muscles, making urinary incontinence more likely. Losing weight through diet and exercise may help improve symptoms.
Medications: Certain medications, such as anticholinergics, can help reduce overactive bladder symptoms and improve urinary control.
Surgery: In some cases, surgery may be recommended to treat urinary incontinence, particularly in cases of severe or long-standing symptoms.