Improve Your Pelvic Floor Health With The EMS Chair

Take back control of your pelvic floor health with the EMS Chair at APC Physio. We can help you with pelvic pain, incontinence, postpartum recovery and post prostate care. A healthy pelvic floor contributes to greater core strength and stability, enabling you to enjoy a more active and confident lifestyle.

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What is the EMS Pelvic floor chair?

The EMS Pelvic Floor Chair is a non-invasive medical device designed to strengthen the pelvic floor muscles using Electromagnetic Muscle Stimulation (EMS).

The chair delivers high-intensity electromagnetic energy to the pelvic area, causing the pelvic floor muscles to contract rapidly and repeatedly. These contractions mimic the effect of doing thousands of Kegel exercises in a single session, but without the effort or need for active participation by the patient.

Each 28-minute EMS Pelvic floor chair session delivers the equivalent of over 11,000 Kegel exercises

Who Can Benefit from the EMS Pelvic floor chair?

The EMS Pelvic Floor Chair is often recommended for individuals experiencing pelvic floor dysfunction due to:

The EMS Pelvic Floor Chair offers transformative benefits for women, men, athletes, and older adults by addressing diverse pelvic health needs.

For women, it provides relief from incontinence, accelerates postpartum recovery, enhances sexual health, and helps prevent pelvic organ prolapse by strengthening critical pelvic muscles.

Men benefit from improved bladder control, reduced pelvic pain, and enhanced recovery after prostate surgery, alongside better sexual health and functionality.

Athletes use the EMS Pelvic Floor Chair to boost core stability, which reduces the risk of injury and improves overall performance.

For older adults, the chair offers vital support for age-related pelvic floor weakening, promoting independence and quality of life by addressing incontinence and maintaining core strength. This innovative, non-invasive solution ensures effective pelvic health care across all life stages and activity levels.

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What To Expect From An EMS Pelvic Floor Chair Appointment

An EMS Pelvic Floor Chair appointment is a comfortable, non-invasive experience designed to strengthen your pelvic floor muscles efficiently and effectively. Here’s what to expect:

Preparation

You’ll remain fully clothed throughout the session. Typically, you’ll be asked to wear comfortable clothing, free of metal objects, as the device uses electromagnetic energy. No special preparation is required, making it a convenient option for busy schedules.

Note: To avoid risk of shock, please consult your physiotherapist before using an EMS pelvic floor chair is you have:

  • a pacemaker
  • lower body piercings
  • a copper coil
  • metal plates

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The Session

You’ll sit on the specially designed chair, and the device will emit high-intensity electromagnetic pulses targeting the pelvic floor area. These pulses stimulate involuntary muscle contractions, replicating the effect of thousands of Kegel exercises. Each session lasts approximately 20-30 minutes and is pain-free, although you might feel a gentle vibration or muscle engagement.

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Aftercare:

There’s no downtime following the appointment, so you can resume your daily activities immediately. Many people notice improvements after 6-8 regular sessions over a one to two month period. Regular maintenance appointments may be recommended for lasting benefits. Typically, six sessions over three weeks are recommended for the initial phase, after which you will be assessed by your physiotherapist. From here your recovery programme is tailored depending on your progress and future goals.

Why Pelvic Floor Health Matters

Pelvic floor dysfunction is a prevalent condition, impacting up to 50 – 60% of women and 15 – 30% of men. It can lead to issues such as incontinence, pelvic pain, and diminished core stability.

Whether you are navigating postpartum recovery, healing after surgery, or simply striving to enhance your overall well-being, prioritising pelvic floor health is vital for everyone, regardless of gender and age.

Focusing on pelvic floor health offers numerous advantages. It can:

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Frequently Asked Questions

General

Yes, it’s FDA-approved and safe for most people.

If you have any underlying medical issues, intimate metal piercings or hip plates etc, please seek an assessment first.

It’s ideal for both men and women with pelvic floor issues.

A complimentary 15-minute consultation with one of our physiotherapists gives you a chance to discuss your symptoms, ask questions, and find out whether EMS Chair treatment is right for you. You will be asked to complete a questionnaire relating to your symptoms pre treatment to assess suitability and establish a baseline.

Once deemed suitable for EMS therapy, you’ll receive a customised treatment plan and can book your sessions. To streamline your care and ensure continuity, we offer prepaid packages:

  • 5 sessions – €275 (€55 per session)
    Ideal as a top-up or maintenance plan
  • 10 sessions – €500 (€50 per session)
    Standard plan for moderate pelvic floor dysfunction – Save €50
  • 20 sessions – €900 (€45 per session)
    For more complex or long-standing cases or longer term maintenance– Save €200

These sessions may be claimable under your private health insurance depending on your provider and plan, as they are delivered by registered physiotherapists as part of a broader rehabilitation service.

EMS Pelvic Floor Chair Treatment Process

Regular comfortable can be worn for an EMS Pelvic Floor Chairs appointment. You will remain clothed throughout.

Each EMS Pelvic Floor Chair session lasts 25 – 30 minutes.

No, it’s comfortable and relaxing.

EMS Pelvic Floor Chair Results and Maintenance

Many people notice improvements after 8-10 regular sessions over a one to two month period. 10 sessions over five weeks are recommended for optimal results. With less frequent maintenance sessions thereafter as needed.

Results can last several months, with optional maintenance sessions. To improve the outcome of pelvic chair sessions, core strength exercises and pilates programmes are recommended.

You will complete questionnaires relating to your symptoms post treatment and be assessed by the Physio. If further EMS Chair treatments or other treatments are advised, Your Physio will discuss these with you.

Safety

Side effects are rare and may include mild muscle fatigue or low ache levels. These are a good sign that these systems are being worked and symptoms usually settle after just a few days

The Science Behind the EMS Pelvic floor chair

The EMS Pelvic Floor Chair leverages High-Intensity Focused Electromagnetic (HIFEM) technology to strengthen and rehabilitate pelvic floor muscles. This technology generates electromagnetic pulses that stimulate involuntary, supramaximal muscle contractions in the pelvic region. These contractions are far more intense and frequent than what can be achieved through voluntary exercises, such as Kegels.

During each session, the chair’s electromagnetic energy targets the motor neurons within the pelvic floor muscles, activating muscle fibers and promoting neuromuscular re-education. Over time, this leads to improved muscle strength, endurance, and coordination. HIFEM technology has been clinically validated to prevent leaking, improve bladder control, reduce pelvic pain, and support sexual and core health, making it an effective solution for a wide range of pelvic floor related complaints.

Take Control of Your Pelvic Health

If you feel you could benefit from the EMS Pelvic floor chair, enquire today to speak with one of our experienced physios.

We have physios on-site to answer your queries and guide you through a personalised approach to pelvic health. Pelvic floor rehabilitation isn’t just about sitting on a machine; it’s about understanding your needs and providing holistic care.

Contact us today

Take the first step toward a healthier, stronger pelvic floor. We’re here to help.