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Pelvic Floor Therapy with Emsella in Ponte Vedra Beach
A non-invasive, FDA-cleared treatment for urinary incontinence and pelvic floor weakness. You stay fully clothed, and each session takes 28 minutes.
Session time
28 minutes
Course
Typically 6 sessions over 3 weeks
Clothing
Stay fully clothed
Downtime
None
What is Emsella pelvic floor therapy?
Short answer
Emsella is an FDA-cleared, non-invasive treatment for urinary incontinence and pelvic floor weakness. You sit fully clothed on the Emsella chair for 28 minutes while HIFEM (high-intensity focused electromagnetic) energy triggers thousands of deep, supramaximal pelvic floor contractions, the equivalent of more than 11,000 Kegel exercises in one session.
Laughing, coughing or exercising can cause leaks, and a sudden, urgent need to urinate can disrupt daily life. Both usually come from weakened pelvic floor muscles, which support the bladder and other pelvic organs.
Emsella re-educates and strengthens the entire pelvic floor without surgery, probes or downtime. It is used by both women and men, and in clinical studies 95% of patients treated reported a significant improvement in quality of life.
Incontinence is common but rarely talked about. Your consultation is private, and we take time to understand your symptoms and goals.
Key concerns addressed
What Emsella treats
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Stress incontinence
Leaks when you cough, sneeze, laugh or exercise. A stronger pelvic floor gives the bladder better support and control.
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Urge incontinence
A sudden, intense urge followed by leakage. Emsella helps retrain the muscles that control bladder function.
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Mixed incontinence
A combination of stress and urge incontinence, addressed by strengthening the whole pelvic floor.
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Pelvic floor weakness
From childbirth, aging, surgery or chronic strain. Deep strengthening restores muscle tone and function.
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Postpartum recovery
Pregnancy and childbirth weaken the pelvic floor. Emsella is a safe, non-invasive way to rebuild strength after delivery.
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Intimate wellness
Better muscle tone and blood flow in the pelvic region can improve sensation and intimate wellness for women and men.
What causes pelvic floor weakness?
Urinary incontinence is most often caused by weakened pelvic floor muscles. Common reasons include:
- Pregnancy and childbirth: the weight of pregnancy and vaginal delivery can stretch and damage muscles and nerves.
- Aging and menopause: muscle mass declines with age, and lower estrogen weakens pelvic tissue.
- Chronic straining: constipation, a chronic cough or heavy lifting put repeated pressure on the pelvic floor.
- Excess weight: adds pressure on the bladder and pelvic floor muscles.
- Previous pelvic surgery: some procedures can damage the nerves and muscles that control the bladder.
Why not just pads or Kegels?
Pads manage leakage but do nothing about the weak muscles behind it. Kegel exercises can help, but many people struggle to do them correctly or consistently enough to see a real change.
Emsella reaches the entire pelvic floor at a depth and intensity that voluntary exercise cannot. Its supramaximal contractions do the work for you while you sit, read or use your phone.
What makes leaks worse?
Day-to-day habits can add to the strain on a weak pelvic floor. Knowing them helps you get the most from treatment.
- High-impact exercise: running and jumping push down hard on the pelvic floor.
- Coughing, sneezing and laughing: sudden pressure in the abdomen is transferred to the bladder.
- Bladder irritants: caffeine, alcohol, carbonated drinks and spicy or acidic foods increase urgency.
- Too little or too much fluid: concentrated urine from dehydration can irritate the bladder.
- Extra weight around the abdomen: constant pressure weakens the muscles over time. About medical weight loss
Treatment overview
What to expect with Emsella
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Consultation
A private conversation with Dr. Cappel about your symptoms, history and goals, and whether Emsella suits you.
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Preparation
None needed. Come in your regular clothes.
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Session
Sit fully clothed on the chair for 28 minutes. You feel tingling and strong pelvic floor contractions, but no pain.
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Afterward
No downtime. Return to normal activities, including exercise, right away. Mild muscle soreness is possible.
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Your course
Typically six sessions, twice a week for three weeks. Many patients notice improvement within a few sessions.
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Maintenance
Results can be long-lasting. Periodic sessions, for example every 3 to 6 months, help keep the muscles strong.
Suitability
Is Emsella right for you?
A good fit if
- You leak urine when you cough, sneeze, laugh or exercise
- You have frequent or sudden, intense urges to urinate
- You want to rebuild pelvic floor strength after childbirth
- You have incontinence linked to menopause or aging
- You want to improve intimate wellness
- You prefer a non-surgical, drug-free treatment
Not the right treatment if
- You are pregnant
- You have a pacemaker
- You have metal implants, such as a copper IUD or hip replacement
- You have certain medical conditions that Dr. Cappel will review with you
Severe stress incontinence that has not responded to non-invasive treatment may need a surgical option. For muscle strengthening elsewhere in the body, see muscle recovery.
Compared
How Emsella compares
| Treatment | How it works | Downtime | Best for |
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| Emsella | HIFEM energy causes deep, supramaximal pelvic floor contractions | None | Non-invasive strengthening of the whole pelvic floor for all types of incontinence |
| Kegel exercises | Voluntary contraction of the pelvic floor muscles | None | Basic maintenance; often not enough for significant weakness |
| Surgery (for example, a sling) | Implanted mesh or tissue supports the urethra or bladder neck | 4 to 6 weeks | Severe stress incontinence that has not responded to non-invasive care |
Cost
What Emsella costs
Pricing
The cost of your Emsella plan is discussed at your consultation, and we build a plan that fits your needs and budget. Many patients find it worthwhile because it can reduce the ongoing cost of incontinence products. Flexible payment options are available.
Costs vary with the number of sessions and the areas treated. We give you transparent pricing at your consultation, before any treatment. Cost and payment options
Questions
Questions about Emsella
It is not painful. You feel tingling and strong pelvic floor contractions, similar to intense Kegel exercises, while you sit fully clothed for 28 minutes.
A typical plan is six sessions, twice a week for three weeks. The exact number depends on the severity of your symptoms and your goals, and Dr. Cappel personalizes your plan at your consultation.
Many patients notice improvement after just a few sessions, and some after the first. Results usually keep improving over the course and in the weeks after your final session.
One 28-minute session triggers thousands of supramaximal contractions, equivalent to more than 11,000 Kegels. That depth and intensity cannot be reached with voluntary exercise.
Results can be long-lasting, but like any muscle the pelvic floor can weaken again if not maintained. Periodic maintenance sessions, for example every 3 to 6 months, help preserve your results.
No. You can return to normal activities, including exercise, right after your session. Some patients have mild muscle soreness, like after a hard workout.
Yes. Emsella treats pelvic floor weakness and incontinence in both women and men, and can also improve intimate wellness for both.
Many women report improved sensation and sexual wellness after treatment. Stronger pelvic floor muscles, better muscle tone and increased blood flow to the area all contribute.
Where
Emsella in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
At our office at 100 Executive Way, Suite 114, Ponte Vedra Beach, under the care of Dr. Cappel, a double board-certified dermatologist and dermatopathologist.
Patients see us from Ponte Vedra Beach, Ponte Vedra, Nocatee, Jacksonville Beach, Atlantic Beach, Neptune Beach, Jacksonville, St. Augustine and Palm Coast and across Northeast Florida.
- HoursMonday to Friday, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm
- Phone(904) 686-7771
- PaymentCoverage varies by plan; we verify your benefits
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