EMSella chair — pelvic floor treatment in Maidenhead

Clinical overview

EMSella delivers focused electromagnetic energy to the pelvic floor, producing thousands of supramaximal contractions per session — far more than voluntary exercises alone can achieve. These contractions improve neuromuscular control and strengthen the pelvic floor muscles. We use EMSella selectively for patients whose main concern is stress, urge or mixed urinary incontinence, or general pelvic floor weakness — including post-partum and post-menopausal presentations. It is not a substitute for medical investigation of incontinence where underlying pathology needs to be excluded. Suitability is confirmed during consultation, where we assess your symptoms, medical history and whether EMSella (or an alternative) is the safest and most appropriate option.

Key Benefits

• Non-invasive pelvic floor strengthening — remain fully clothed throughout
• Approximately 11,000 supramaximal contractions per session
• No downtime — resume normal activities immediately
• Can improve stress, urge and mixed urinary incontinence symptoms
• Often complements guided pelvic floor exercises for broader benefit

Suitable For

• Stress urinary incontinence (leakage on cough, sneeze or exercise)
• Urge or mixed urinary incontinence
• Post-partum or post-menopausal pelvic floor weakness
• General pelvic floor conditioning
• Those seeking a non-invasive approach with no downtime

Not Suitable For

• Implanted electronic devices (e.g., pacemaker or defibrillator)
• Metal implants in the treatment area
• Pregnancy
• Active infections, bleeding disorders, or other conditions identified during consultation
• Anyone who has not had underlying pathology excluded where clinically indicated

Final suitability is confirmed during a medical consultation and assessment.

When we don't recommend it

• If you have an implanted pacemaker or defibrillator — electromagnetic energy is contraindicated with these devices.
• If there are metal implants in the pelvic area — we cannot safely deliver treatment in these cases.
• If symptoms suggest an underlying condition that needs medical investigation first — we will refer appropriately before considering EMSella.
• If expectations are for a complete cure — outcomes vary and we set realistic expectations based on your baseline function.
• During pregnancy — treatment is not performed during pregnancy.

What Happens During Treatment

1. 1Clinical consultation and suitability assessment, including symptom history and medical background
2. 2Discussion of expected outcomes, limitations, and whether EMSella is the most appropriate option
3. 3You sit fully clothed on the EMSella chair — treatment lasts approximately 28 minutes
4. 4Intensity is adjusted to your comfort and tolerance during the session
5. 5Post-session review and scheduling of subsequent sessions as part of your course

Downtime & Aftercare

• No downtime — resume normal activities immediately after treatment
• Stay hydrated after each session
• Avoid scheduling intense core workouts immediately after early sessions if you feel fatigued
• Where appropriate, we may recommend guided pelvic floor exercises between sessions
• If you notice unexpected symptoms, contact the clinic for advice

Results Timeline

• A typical course involves 6 sessions over approximately 3 weeks (about 28 minutes each).
• Some patients report improvements within the first few sessions; peak changes are commonly noticed after completing the course.
• Results vary by baseline function, adherence to the protocol and co-existing conditions.

Individual results vary. View our results and photography standards

Risks & Side Effects

Common, Usually Temporary

• •Strong but tolerable muscle contractions during treatment (intensity is adjustable)
• •Temporary muscle fatigue in the pelvic area after early sessions
• •Mild discomfort that typically settles quickly

Frequently Asked Questions