EMSELLA
EMSELLA is a non-invasive treatment for urinary incontinence and intimate wellness. You sit on the EMSELLA chair, fully clothed, while focused electromagnetic energy triggers thousands of deep pelvic floor contractions in a 30 minute session. No undressing, no needles, no downtime.
What isEMSELLA?
Bladder leaks are far more common than most people realize, and there is no reason to be embarrassed by them. Leaking when you laugh, cough, sneeze, or exercise usually traces back to a weakened pelvic floor, often after childbirth or menopause. EMSELLA treats the cause rather than managing the symptom.
The treatment could not be more discreet. You sit on the EMSELLA chair in your regular clothes while high intensity focused electromagnetic energy activates the deep pelvic floor muscles, producing thousands of supramaximal contractions in a single session, far beyond what voluntary Kegel exercises can achieve. The contractions re-educate and strengthen the muscles that support the bladder.
Sessions take about 30 minutes, and many patients read or answer messages while they are treated. The maker of EMSELLA reports that 95% of treated patients in its studies noted an improvement in quality of life. Your plan, typically a short series of sessions scheduled at consultation, is designed by our physician-led team.
Who is EMSELLA for?
EMSELLA is for anyone who has started planning their day around where the bathrooms are.
A private consultation determines whether EMSELLA fits your situation and how many sessions to plan. Incontinence is a common, treatable issue, and the conversation is always discreet and judgment-free.
You leak when you laugh, cough, or exercise
Stress incontinence from a weakened pelvic floor, often after childbirth or menopause, is a widespread issue, especially among women.
You feel sudden, hard-to-hold urges
Urge and mixed incontinence can also respond as the pelvic floor regains strength and control.
You are recovering after childbirth
EMSELLA helps re-educate postpartum pelvic floor muscles without adding exercises to an already full schedule.
Intimacy does not feel the way it used to
A stronger pelvic floor can improve vaginal laxity, sensation, and satisfaction for women, and erection quality for men.
You want a non-invasive option first
No surgery and no medication. You sit, fully dressed, for about half an hour.
See how EMSELLA works
The mechanism is easier to understand on film. Here is how the chair strengthens the pelvic floor, along with patients describing the treatment in their own words.
If you would rather ask questions privately, a consultation covers everything you see here.
Whatto expect.
Book a consultationPricing depends on the number of sessions in your plan, so we provide a personalized quote at consultation. Most insurers do not cover elective treatments; financing is available.
You sit on the chair fully clothed for roughly half an hour. Many patients schedule sessions over lunch.
There is no recovery. You return to normal activities immediately after each session.
Some patients notice a change after the first session. The best results are typically seen a few weeks after completing the short series planned at consultation.
Frequently asked questions
What does EMSELLA feel like?
You feel tingling and contractions in the pelvic floor as the muscles work. It is not painful, and some patients even find the sensation pleasant. You can read or relax during the session.
Do I have to undress?
No. You stay fully clothed for the entire treatment, which is one of the reasons patients find EMSELLA so comfortable to commit to.
Is there any downtime?
None. Many patients book sessions during lunch and go straight back to work.
How many treatments will I need?
Most patients complete a short series of sessions, usually scheduled about twice a week. Your exact plan is set at consultation, and improvement is often noticed before the series is finished.
When will I see results?
Some patients notice better control after a single session. Optimal results are typically observed a few weeks after the final treatment as the muscles continue to strengthen.
Can EMSELLA help men?
Yes. The same pelvic floor strengthening that restores bladder control can support stronger erections and help with premature ejaculation. ED caused by psychological factors will not improve with EMSELLA.
Does EMSELLA help with fecal incontinence?
Yes. The pelvic floor supports bowel control as well, and EMSELLA is used for fecal incontinence in addition to urinary incontinence.
Can it improve intimacy?
Many women report improved vaginal tone, sensation, and ability to reach orgasm as the pelvic floor strengthens. These conversations are always private and judgment-free.
How much does EMSELLA cost?
Cost varies with the number of sessions in your plan. We give a customized quote at your consultation, and financing is available.
Is EMSELLA covered by insurance?
Most insurers consider it an elective treatment and do not cover it. We can discuss financing options at your visit.
Can EMSELLA be combined with other treatments?
Yes. Our Core to Floor protocol pairs EMSELLA for the pelvic floor with EMSCULPT NEO for the abdominal core, which can help strength, balance, and postpartum recovery.
Is EMSELLA right for me?
EMSELLA suits women and men of any age who want to regain control over urinary leakage without surgery. A consultation with our team confirms whether it fits your situation.
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Medically reviewed by Shalini Gupta, MD, Harvard-trained dermatologist and founder of The Dermatology, Laser & Vein Center. Last reviewed September 2026. This page is for education and is not a substitute for a personalized medical consultation.