Urinary Incontinence

Regain confidence and control

Urinary incontinence affects millions of men and women and can significantly impact quality of life. Our non-invasive pelvic floor treatment strengthens the muscles responsible for bladder control — without surgery, medication, or downtime.

Emsella uses High-Intensity Focused Electromagnetic (HIFEM) technology to induce thousands of deep pelvic floor muscle contractions in a single 28-minute session — the equivalent of performing over 11,000 Kegel exercises. Patients sit fully clothed in the Emsella chair while the device does the work. A standard course of six sessions is typically recommended, with most patients noticing significant improvement in bladder control within the first few weeks. BHRT can complement Emsella by restoring the estrogen levels that maintain the tone and integrity of pelvic floor tissues, particularly in post-menopausal women.

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Education

Understanding Urinary Incontinence

What Causes It

Urinary incontinence occurs when the pelvic floor muscles and urethral sphincter are unable to maintain adequate closure pressure on the bladder. The pelvic floor is a hammock-like group of muscles that supports the bladder, bowel, and uterus — and like all muscles, it can weaken over time. Pregnancy and vaginal childbirth are among the most common causes, as they stretch and sometimes damage the pelvic floor. Hormonal changes during menopause reduce estrogen, which is critical for maintaining the strength and tone of pelvic floor tissues. In men, prostate surgery or age-related changes can similarly weaken sphincter control.

How It Looks & Feels

Stress urinary incontinence — the most common type — involves leakage triggered by physical pressure on the bladder, such as coughing, sneezing, laughing, jumping, or lifting. Urge incontinence involves a sudden, intense need to urinate that is difficult to defer, sometimes resulting in leakage before reaching the bathroom. Many patients experience mixed incontinence, with elements of both. The condition can range from occasional minor leakage to frequent, significant episodes that require protective pads and restrict daily activities. Many patients also experience pelvic heaviness, reduced sensation during intimacy, or a general feeling of weakness in the pelvic region.