Emsella in Adelaide: Non-Invasive Pelvic Floor Muscle Stimulation for Men and Women
Pelvic floor concerns are among the most common health issues affecting adults in Australia, yet they remain among the least discussed. Many people manage symptoms quietly for years before seeking treatment — or are unaware that non-invasive clinical options exist.
At Regenesis Aesthetic + Wellness in Kent Town, we offer Emsella as part of our body treatment offering. This post covers what Emsella is, how the technology works, what a session involves, and who it may suit.
What Is the Pelvic Floor?
The pelvic floor is a group of muscles, ligaments and connective tissue forming the base of the pelvis. These muscles support the bladder, bowel and uterus (in women) and play a role in urinary and bowel control, sexual function, and core stability.
Pelvic floor muscles can weaken or become dysfunctional for a number of reasons, including:
Pregnancy and childbirth
Hormonal changes associated with perimenopause and menopause
Ageing
High-impact physical activity sustained over time
Obesity
Prostate surgery or prostate-related conditions (in men)
When the pelvic floor is not functioning optimally, this can manifest as urinary leakage, urgency, frequency, or changes in sensation. These are not inevitable consequences of ageing and are recognised as treatable conditions.
What Is Emsella?
Emsella is a non-invasive pelvic floor treatment device manufactured by BTL Aesthetics. It uses HIFEM (High-Intensity Focused Electromagnetic) technology to stimulate the pelvic floor muscles.
Emsella is a seated treatment. The person remains fully clothed throughout each session. There are no insertions, no requirement to undress, and no downtime required.
How Does Emsella Work?
Emsella delivers focused electromagnetic energy through a specialised chair. This energy induces thousands of pelvic floor muscle contractions during a single session — far beyond what can be achieved through voluntary exercises such as Kegel exercises.
The muscles respond to this stimulus through the same physiological process that occurs with targeted physical training: repeated contraction leads to strengthening and improved neuromuscular coordination over time.
Emsella is used to address:
Stress urinary incontinence (leakage during physical activity, coughing, sneezing or laughing)
Urge urinary incontinence (a sudden, urgent need to urinate)
Mixed urinary incontinence (a combination of both)
General pelvic floor weakness
It is available for both men and women.
What Does a Session Involve?
A session takes approximately 28 minutes. You sit fully clothed on the Emsella chair. During treatment, you will feel the pelvic floor muscles contracting rhythmically. Most people describe the sensation as unusual but not uncomfortable.
No preparation is required before treatment and there is no required downtime following it. Most people are able to return to normal activities immediately after a session.
Is Emsella Suitable for Men?
Yes. While pelvic floor concerns are more commonly associated with women, men can also experience pelvic floor weakness, particularly following prostate surgery, with age, or due to other contributing factors.
Emsella can be appropriate for men experiencing urinary leakage or pelvic floor dysfunction. Suitability is assessed at consultation.
How Many Sessions Are Recommended?
A standard Emsella programme involves six sessions, typically delivered twice per week over three weeks. Your practitioner will discuss the most appropriate protocol for your individual situation at consultation.
Maintenance sessions following the initial programme may be discussed depending on your individual response.
Who May Be Suited to Emsella?
Emsella may be appropriate for people who:
Experience stress, urge or mixed urinary incontinence
Have noticed pelvic floor changes following pregnancy or childbirth
Are going through perimenopause or menopause and have noticed related pelvic floor changes
Are men experiencing urinary leakage or pelvic floor weakness
Have not experienced adequate improvement from pelvic floor exercises alone
Are not pregnant
Do not have metal implants, a pacemaker, or other implanted electronic device in or near the treatment area
Do not have a metal intrauterine device (IUD)
This is not a comprehensive contraindication list. A full medical history review is conducted at consultation to determine individual suitability.
Is Emsella a Substitute for Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy?
Emsella is not a substitute for pelvic floor physiotherapy. Pelvic floor physiotherapy remains an important and evidence-supported component of pelvic floor management. Emsella can be considered as a complementary option for people seeking additional clinical support, or for those who find voluntary pelvic floor exercises difficult to perform correctly or consistently.
If you have not previously seen a pelvic floor physiotherapist, a referral from your GP may be worth considering as part of a comprehensive approach to pelvic floor health.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Emsella painful? Most people find the sensation unusual but not painful. The contractions are strong, and the intensity can be adjusted to your comfort level throughout the session.
Do I need to undress? No. Emsella is a fully clothed, seated treatment.
How long before I notice any change? Individual responses vary. Some people report noticing changes within the first few weeks of commencing a programme. More significant improvement is typically observed over one to three months as the muscles continue to respond and adapt.
I have been managing bladder leakage for years. Is Emsella worth considering? Emsella may be worth exploring as part of a broader management approach. The appropriate starting point is a consultation to assess your history and determine whether the treatment is suitable for you.
Is Emsella available for women who have recently given birth? Emsella is not appropriate during pregnancy or in the immediate postpartum period. Your practitioner will advise on timing at consultation based on your individual circumstances.
Can Emsella be combined with other treatments at Regenesis? In many cases, yes. For perimenopausal and menopausal clients in particular, Emsella is sometimes considered alongside other treatments addressing related skin and body concerns. Your practitioner will discuss options at consultation.
Does it work through clothing? Yes. The electromagnetic energy is delivered through clothing to the pelvic floor muscles.
I searched for pelvic floor treatment in Adelaide and found this — is Regenesis the right starting point? A consultation is always the right starting point. Our practitioners will take a full history, assess your situation, and provide a clear recommendation on whether Emsella is appropriate and what a programme would involve for you.
A Note on Seeking Help
Urinary leakage and pelvic floor weakness are common and frequently have a significant impact on quality of life. They are not conditions that need to be managed alone. Both non-invasive clinical treatments and allied health support are available, and early intervention tends to be more effective than long-term avoidance.
If you have been managing these concerns without professional input, a consultation is a worthwhile step, whether that leads to Emsella, pelvic floor physiotherapy, or another pathway.
Book a Consultation
If you are considering Emsella in Adelaide, the appropriate first step is a consultation at Regenesis Aesthetic + Wellness in Kent Town.
We are located at Ground Level, 81 King William Street, Kent Town SA 5067. Open Monday to Friday with extended hours on Tuesday and Thursday. All appointments are by prior booking.
Results vary between individuals. All treatments carry risk. Information on this website is general in nature and does not constitute medical advice. Please consult a qualified practitioner to determine whether a treatment is appropriate for you. Regenesis Aesthetic + Wellness complies with AHPRA advertising guidelines and the Therapeutic Goods Act 1989 (Cth).