EMSELLA in Burnaby | Stop Leaks, Strengthen Pelvic Floor
- Mima
- Oct 10
- 4 min read
Looking for a non-surgical, no-downtime way to stop leaks, strengthen your pelvic floor, and feel confident again? At Prestige Laser & Skin Clinic in Burnaby, we offer BTL EMSELLA®—a chair-based treatment that uses focused electromagnetic energy (HIFEM®) to stimulate your pelvic floor thousands of times in a single 28–30 minute session.
What is EMSELLA—and how does it work?
EMSELLA is a non-invasive pelvic floor therapy. You sit (fully clothed) on a specialized chair while high-intensity focused electromagnetic (HIFEM) energy targets the pelvic floor. This energy triggers thousands of deep, “supramaximal” contractions—far beyond what typical Kegels can achieve—helping re-educate and strengthen weakened muscles and restore neuromuscular control. Most patients simply feel a tingling and rhythmic lifting sensation during treatment. There’s no downtime.
Typical plan: about six sessions, twice weekly, ~30 minutes each. Many people notice improvements after the first few visits, with continued gains over several weeks.
You’ll often see the “~11,000+ Kegels in 28 minutes” stat referenced in hospital and trial pages—helpful for context even though exact counts vary by program settings.
Who EMSELLA helps
Stress incontinence (SUI): Leaks with laughing, coughing, lifting, or exercise
Urge incontinence (UUI): Sudden, strong urge to urinate
Mixed incontinence (MUI): Combination of SUI and UUI
Postpartum & menopause pelvic floor weakness
Men and women (including select men after prostate procedures), per FDA 510(k) clearance for male and female urinary incontinence.
What the research says (in plain language)
FDA-cleared as a non-implanted electrical continence device for men and women. FDA
Studies show significant improvements in validated incontinence scores , fewer pads, and quality-of-life gains after a 6-session series—often sustained at 6–12 months.
Evidence includes outcomes for stress, urge, and mixed incontinence types, with particularly strong responses in stress UI.
Snapshot: A multi-center randomized study found greater pad-use reduction and symptom improvement with HIFEM compared with pelvic-floor exercises alone at 6–12 months.
EMSELLA vs. Kegels vs. surgery
Pelvic floor training remains first-line care in major guidelines for female stress UI (think supervised exercises and behavioural strategies). EMSELLA adds a device-based neuromuscular boost for people who want faster, more intense contractions than they can perform on their own—or who struggle to find/engage the right muscles. It’s non-surgical and can be combined with physiotherapy or, when appropriate, considered before surgical options.
Your treatment journey at Prestige (what to expect)
Before:
Private consultation to review symptoms, history, and goals. We’ll confirm you’re a good candidate (see safety notes below).
During each visit (28–30 min):
You sit fully clothed on the EMSELLA chair.
We gradually increase intensity as your muscles warm up.
Sensations feel like deep pelvic floor lifts and pulses—no needles, no anesthesia.
After:
No downtime. Return to normal activities immediately.
You may notice early improvements (urgency control, fewer leaks) within 2–3 sessions, with maximal benefits building over 4–8 weeks from the start.
Maintenance:
Like any muscle, the pelvic floor benefits from upkeep. Many clients schedule periodic maintenance and/or continue simple home pelvic floor habits for durability depending on every client (your clinician will personalize this).
Is EMSELLA right for you?
Great fit if you want:
A non-surgical, no-downtime option
Help with stress/urge/mixed urinary incontinence
Postpartum or menopause pelvic floor support
A fully clothed, discreet treatment that fits a lunch break
Not suitable if you have (examples):Pacemaker or implanted defibrillator, neurostimulator, other electronic implants; pregnancy; metal implants in/near the treatment area (e.g., some copper IUDs, pelvic hardware); certain bleeding disorders; active malignancy in the treatment area. We’ll screen thoroughly to keep you safe.1
Results you can realistically expect
Leak reduction and better urgency control—often measurable in fewer pads/day and improved scores on validated questionnaires
Confidence & activity: Many patients return to exercise without fear of leaks and feel more at ease socially. (Individual results vary.)
Several studies report benefits lasting 6–12 months after a standard series, especially when combined with healthy habits or maintenance.
EMSELLA for men
Pelvic floor dysfunction affects men too, from post-prostate urinary leakage to urgency. EMSELLA is FDA-cleared for male urinary incontinence, and emerging literature supports HIFEM benefits in male populations. We’ll determine candidacy and tailor settings accordingly.
Safety & side effects
EMSELLA is well-tolerated. The most common sensations are tingling and muscle fatigue (like a workout). Mild temporary soreness can occur. Our screening excludes patients with contraindications (e.g., pacemakers, certain metal implants, pregnancy) to minimize risk.
How we personalize your plan at Prestige
Comprehensive assessment: We quantify baseline symptoms triggers, and goals.
Six-session core series: 2×/week over ~3 weeks for women and 1 a week for 10 weeks for men (28–30 minutes each).
Progress check: We re-measure outcomes (pad count, urgency, leakage episodes).
Maintenance: Light touch-ups and home habits (hydration hygiene, urge-suppression strategies, simple pelvic floor routines).
Whole-person approach: When helpful, we coordinate with pelvic-floor physiotherapy or discuss complementary treatments.
FAQs
Does it hurt?
No. You’ll feel strong but comfortable muscle contractions and tingling. No needles, anesthesia, or downtime.
Do I need to undress?
No—you remain fully clothed.
When will I see results?
Many notice improvements after 2–3 sessions, with further gains over the following weeks.
Is EMSELLA better than Kegels?
They can work together. Guidelines still recommend pelvic floor training as first-line care; EMSELLA provides high-intensity, precisely targeted contractions that can accelerate or amplify results for many people.
Is it safe for men?
Yes—EMSELLA is FDA-cleared for male urinary incontinence; studies and clinical experience support its use in men (candidacy required).
Why choose Prestige Laser & Skin Clinic (Burnaby, BC)
Evidence-led protocols:
We align care with research and guideline principles, using validated symptom tools and measurable outcomes.
Comfort & discretion:
Fully clothed visits; friendly, knowledgeable team.
Location & convenience:
Easy access for Burnaby, Vancouver, New Westminster, Coquitlam clients—appointments that fit real life.
📍 Prestige Laser & Skin Clinic – Burnaby (serving Vancouver, Coquitlam, and the Lower Mainland)
📞 Call us at 604-553-3433
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