17. July 2026

Pelvic Chair Treatment: A Non-Invasive Solution for Bladder Leaks and Pelvic Floor Weakness

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If you've ever crossed your legs before a sneeze, worried about laughing too hard, or planned your day around the nearest toilet, you're far from alone.

Pelvic floor weakness affects millions of women and men, yet many people suffer in silence because they believe it's simply part of getting older or having children. The good news is that effective, non-invasive treatment is now available.

At Foot Health & Wellness Clinic in Beverley, we offer Pelvic Chair Therapy—an advanced treatment designed to strengthen your pelvic floor muscles without surgery, internal examinations or downtime.

What is the Pelvic Chair?

The Pelvic Chair uses High-Intensity Focused Electromagnetic (HIFEM) technology to stimulate the pelvic floor muscles. During treatment, the chair delivers thousands of deep muscle contractions that cannot be achieved through voluntary Kegel exercises alone.

A single session can generate the equivalent of thousands of pelvic floor contractions while you remain fully clothed and comfortably seated.

Treatment is painless, discreet and takes around 30 minutes.

How Does It Work?

The pelvic floor is a group of muscles that supports the bladder, bowel and reproductive organs.

Over time these muscles can weaken due to:

Pregnancy and childbirth
Ageing
Menopause
Prostate surgery
Heavy lifting
Obesity
Chronic coughing
High-impact exercise

The Pelvic Chair repeatedly contracts and relaxes these muscles at a much higher intensity than can be achieved voluntarily. This helps rebuild muscle strength, improve coordination and restore normal pelvic floor function.

Benefits of Pelvic Chair Treatment

Many patients notice improvements after just a few sessions, with optimal results typically achieved after a course of treatment.

Benefits may include:

Improved bladder control
Reduced stress urinary incontinence (leaking when coughing, laughing or sneezing)
Reduced urgency and frequency of urination
Improved pelvic floor muscle strength
Better core stability
Increased confidence during exercise
Improved recovery following childbirth
Support during menopause-related pelvic floor changes
Enhanced quality of life
Non-invasive treatment
No needles
No surgery
No recovery time
Fully clothed treatment

Who Can Benefit?

Pelvic Chair treatment may be suitable for people experiencing:

Stress urinary incontinence
Mild to moderate urge incontinence
Pelvic floor weakness
Postpartum pelvic floor dysfunction
Menopause-related bladder changes
Reduced pelvic floor strength after prostate surgery (once medically cleared)
Reduced confidence during exercise due to bladder leaks

Many people delay seeking help because they feel embarrassed. In reality, bladder leakage is incredibly common and treatment can make a significant difference.

What Does Treatment Feel Like?

Most patients describe the treatment as a strong but comfortable tightening sensation throughout the pelvic floor muscles.

You simply sit on the chair while the machine performs the work. There is no need to remove clothing and you can return to normal activities immediately afterwards.

How Many Treatments Will I Need?

While individual treatment plans vary, many patients benefit from:

A course of 8 sessions
Two sessions per week over four weeks

Your practitioner will assess your symptoms and recommend the most appropriate treatment plan during your consultation.

Contraindications

Pelvic Chair treatment is not suitable for everyone. Treatment should not be performed if you have:

Absolute Contraindications

Pregnancy
Cardiac pacemaker
Implantable defibrillator (ICD)
Neurostimulators
Cochlear implants
Metal implants within or close to the treatment area
Recent pelvic surgery that has not fully healed
Active pelvic infection
Active cancer within the treatment area
Uncontrolled epilepsy
Severe cardiac disease where electromagnetic stimulation is contraindicated

Relative Contraindications (Medical Assessment Required)

Treatment may not be appropriate, or may require medical clearance, if you have:

Significant pelvic organ prolapse
Recent childbirth (until medically cleared)
Recent prostate surgery
Active urinary tract infection
Severe haemorrhoids causing significant pain
Menstruation if treatment is uncomfortable
Severe neurological disorders affecting bladder function
Unexplained pelvic pain
Open wounds within the treatment area

During your consultation, we will complete a full medical assessment to ensure treatment is safe and suitable for you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the treatment painful?

No. Most people describe it as unusual rather than painful. You will feel repeated muscle contractions but the treatment is generally very comfortable.

Is there any downtime?

None. You can return to work, exercise or your usual daily activities immediately after your appointment.

Can men have treatment?

Yes. Pelvic Chair therapy can benefit men experiencing bladder leakage or pelvic floor weakness, particularly following prostate surgery once medically cleared.

Do I still need to do pelvic floor exercises?

Your practitioner may recommend continuing pelvic floor exercises alongside treatment to help maintain long-term results.

Take Back Your Confidence

Bladder leaks don't have to control your life.

Whether you've recently had children, are experiencing menopause, or simply feel your pelvic floor isn't as strong as it once was, Pelvic Chair therapy offers a modern, comfortable and effective way to improve pelvic floor strength and regain confidence.

If you're tired of crossing your legs every time you sneeze, we'd love to help.

Book Your Consultation Today

At Foot Health & Wellness Clinic in Beverley, we provide confidential assessments and personalised treatment plans in a relaxed, professional environment.