Treating Pelvic Floor Muscles With Your Clothes On

By Christine A. Hamori, MD, FACS

I wanted to share this article from the International Society for Sexual Medicine* discussing the complex connection between pelvic floor anatomy and sexual function and satisfaction. The Impact of Pelvic Floor Muscles on Female Sexual Function — With and Without Incontinence cites research that concludes "pelvic floor disorders can impair arousal, lubrication, orgasm, and satisfaction.”

What is the pelvic floor?

The pelvic floor refers to a group of muscles that support the urogenital and rectal area of the body — from the anus to the mons pubis, and from side to side — that help with urination, bowel movements, vaginal contractions, and keeping pelvic organs in place (the uterus, bladder, etc.).

Weak pelvic floor muscles can interfere with sexual function (related to blood flow, comfort, and orgasm) and ultimately sexual satisfaction. Strengthening the pelvic floor muscles can help with incontinence and as shown in the research, increased sexual function.

Enter Emsella — noninvasive electromagnetic stimulation of pelvic floor muscles

A convenient and effective technology for strengthening pelvic muscles is Emsella, an electromagnetic pulse treatment for stress and urge incontinence, as well as pelvic floor tightening. 

The Emsella chair is a noninvasive treatment to strengthen pelvic floor muscles.

Essentially, Emsella is a magnetic muscle stimulation treatment that mimics thousands of Kegel exercises. It helps prevent stress incontinence and sexual dysfunction by strengthening the pelvic floor muscles. A typical treatment program consists of 2 half-hour sessions. And treatments could not be easier! There is no need to undress — you can simply sit fully clothed on the Emsella chair. The procedure feels like a tingling muscle contraction, and there is no downtime.

Is Emsella right for you?

Schedule a consultation with me or Dr. DiEdwardo to learn if Emsella is recommended for your pelvic floor issues. Call the office to set up an appointment at 781-934-2200.

* Dr. Hamori is a member of the International Society of Sexual Medicine.

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