Menopause and Pelvic Floor Health: Why More Women Are Choosing Emsella
- Jun 18
- 3 min read
Menopause Changes More Than Your Hormones
Most women expect menopause to bring hot flashes, mood changes, or trouble sleeping.
What many don't expect is suddenly leaking urine when they laugh.
Or rushing to the bathroom every hour.
Or avoiding long walks, tennis, yoga, or travel because they don't know where the nearest washroom is.
For millions of women, these changes happen gradually. Because they develop slowly, many assume they're simply part of getting older.
The truth is, they're incredibly common—but they're not something you have to live with.
Why Does Menopause Affect Your Bladder?
During menopause, estrogen levels begin to decline.
Estrogen isn't just important for reproduction—it also helps maintain the health of your:
bladder
urethra
vaginal tissue
pelvic floor muscles
connective tissue
collagen
As hormone levels decrease, these tissues naturally lose some of their strength and elasticity.
At the same time, the pelvic floor muscles—responsible for supporting the bladder, uterus, and bowel—can weaken.
This combination often leads to symptoms such as:
bladder leakage
urinary urgency
frequent urination
waking several times overnight
reduced pelvic support
decreased confidence during exercise
changes in intimate wellness
The Pelvic Floor: The Muscles Nobody Talks About
Think of your pelvic floor like a hammock.
It supports several of your most important organs.
Every time you cough, sneeze, laugh, jump, lift groceries, or exercise, those muscles automatically contract to keep your bladder closed.
When they're weak, the bladder has less support.
That's why even small amounts of pressure can cause leakage.
Why Kegel Exercises Don't Always Work
Most women have heard:
"Just do Kegels."
The problem?
Many women:
don't know if they're doing them correctly
don't perform enough repetitions
forget to do them consistently
can't activate the deeper pelvic muscles
Research has shown that many women unknowingly contract the wrong muscles altogether.
That's where modern technology has changed everything.
Introducing Emsella
Rather than relying on voluntary muscle contractions, Emsella uses High-Intensity Focused Electromagnetic (HIFEM) technology to stimulate the entire pelvic floor.
In one 28-minute session, the chair performs the equivalent of over 11,800 supramaximal pelvic floor contractions.
These contractions are much stronger than what can typically be achieved voluntarily.
Unlike surgery or invasive procedures:
no needles
no anesthesia
no downtime
no internal probes
fully clothed
Patients simply sit comfortably while the technology performs the treatment.
Why Emsella Is Especially Helpful During Menopause
One of the biggest challenges during menopause isn't simply weakened muscles.
It's that the muscles gradually lose both strength and coordination.
Emsella helps by:
✔ rebuilding pelvic floor strength
✔ improving muscle endurance
✔ enhancing bladder support
✔ restoring neuromuscular communication
✔ stimulating healthier muscle function
Many women also report:
feeling more confident
exercising again
fewer interruptions during sleep
greater confidence while travelling
improved intimate wellness
Is It Only for Women With Bladder Leaks?
Not at all.
Many women seek Emsella before symptoms become severe.
They simply notice:
"I don't feel as strong as I used to."
"I can't hold my bladder like before."
"I'm always looking for a washroom."
"Exercise doesn't feel comfortable anymore."
Strengthening the pelvic floor early may help support long-term pelvic health.
What Happens During Treatment?
One of the reasons Emsella has become so popular is its convenience.
A typical appointment includes:
arriving fully clothed
sitting comfortably in the treatment chair
relaxing for approximately 28 minutes
returning immediately to normal activities
Many patients schedule treatments during lunch breaks.
There is no recovery period.
How Many Treatments Are Recommended?
At Prestige Laser & Skin Clinic, we generally recommend:
6 treatments completed over approximately three weeks
We also include 2 complimentary maintenance sessions to help support long-term results.
Some women notice improvement after only a few treatments, while others experience gradual changes over several weeks as the pelvic floor becomes stronger.
Menopause
Pelvic Floor Health
Urinary Incontinence
Bladder Control
Pelvic Floor Strengthening
Women's Health
Intimate Wellness
Is Emsella Right for You?
You may be a good candidate if you:
are peri-menopausal or post-menopausal
experience stress urinary incontinence
have urinary urgency
wake frequently at night to urinate
want a non-surgical solution
prefer little to no downtime
A consultation allows us to determine whether Emsella is appropriate based on your symptoms and medical history.
One of the biggest misconceptions surrounding menopause is that bladder leaks are simply something women must learn to live with.
They're common.
They're understandable.
But they're also treatable.
If menopause has affected your confidence, your exercise routine, or your quality of life, we're here to help.
At Prestige Laser & Skin Clinic, we provide personalized consultations to determine whether Emsella is the right treatment for your needs.
Because feeling confident shouldn't stop with menopause.
604-553-3433
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