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Emsella in Raleigh, NCThe Chair That Strengthens Your Pelvic Floor

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Session Time:
28 minutes
Downtime:
None
Course:
6 sessions
FDA Cleared:
Yes
Pricing:
$300 for 30 minutes (Package prices available. Call or email for a consultation.)
Emsella chair used for pelvic floor strengthening, client remains fully clothed, Raleigh NC

Expert Wellness Care

BTL Emsella Pelvic Floor Sessions in Raleigh

Emsella in Raleigh, NC is a non invasive treatment in which you sit fully clothed on a chair that delivers high intensity focused electromagnetic energy to the pelvic floor, producing thousands of supramaximal muscle contractions per session. We treat clients from Raleigh, Cary, Morrisville, Apex and across the Triangle. If leaks when you cough, laugh or run have quietly reshaped your life, this is worth a conversation.

The Haven Wellness Retreat carries the full BTL device platform, and founder Jennifer L. chose Emsella specifically because it addresses something clients rarely raise unprompted. You stay fully clothed, you sit in a private room, and there is nothing to undress for, which is the reason many people finally book.

Client seated fully clothed on the Emsella chair during a pelvic floor session at The Haven Raleigh

The Challenge

When Leaks and Urgency Call for Emsella

Understanding Pelvic Floor Weakness

You know where every bathroom is. You have stopped running, or you wear a pad to the gym just in case. A sneeze is a calculation. Maybe it started after a birth, or gradually after menopause, and you assumed it was simply part of getting older. You have been told to do Kegels, which you either forget or are not certain you are doing correctly, and nothing much has changed.
Emsella uses high intensity focused electromagnetic energy, known as HIFEM, to trigger supramaximal contractions of the entire pelvic floor while you sit fully clothed on the chair. A single 28 minute session produces thousands of contractions, far more than anyone achieves voluntarily. Studies of HIFEM technology have reported improvements in incontinence measures and quality of life. There is no downtime, no undressing and no recovery period.

Understanding Your Treatment

What Is Emsella?

The Science of HIFEM Technology

Emsella is an FDA cleared BTL device that uses high intensity focused electromagnetic energy, or HIFEM, delivered through a chair seat to stimulate the entire pelvic floor. You sit fully clothed for 28 minutes. It is cleared for the treatment of urinary incontinence in women and for strengthening the pelvic floor musculature. General information on pelvic floor disorders is published by the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases.

The mechanism is supramaximal contraction: the electromagnetic field depolarizes the motor neurons supplying the pelvic floor, producing contractions deeper and more complete than voluntary effort can generate. A single session delivers roughly the equivalent of thousands of Kegel exercises. Results build across a course of six sessions, typically two a week for three weeks.

Treatment Timeline:

Treatment Time:
28 minutes (per session)
First Signs:
After 2 to 3 sessions
Full Effect:
4 to 8 weeks (after the 6 session course)
Recovery:
None (fully clothed, no downtime)

Treatment Areas

Emsella Treatment Areas

What the Chair Addresses

Stress Incontinence
Leaks with coughing, sneezing, laughing or exercise
Urge Incontinence
The sudden urgency that makes bathroom location a habit
Post Birth Weakness
Pelvic floor tone that has not recovered after childbirth
Menopausal Changes
Loss of pelvic floor strength associated with hormonal change
Core Support
The pelvic floor as part of overall deep core function
Intimate Confidence
Improved pelvic floor tone and awareness

Benefits of Emsella

Fully clothed, no downtime

Stay Fully Clothed

Nothing to undress for, which is why many people finally book

Thousands of Kegels

Far beyond what voluntary Kegel exercises can achieve

FDA Cleared

Cleared for urinary incontinence and pelvic floor strengthening

No Downtime

Sit for 28 minutes and walk straight back into your day

Short Course

Six sessions across roughly three weeks, then reassess

Emsella vs Alternatives

How Emsella compares with the other routes people consider for pelvic floor weakness and incontinence.

TreatmentMechanismTimeResultsDurationDowntimeBest For
EmsellaHIFEM supramaximal contraction28 min2 to 3 sessions6 to 12 monthsNoneNon invasive strengthening
Kegel exercises at homeVoluntary contraction5 min daily8 to 12 weeksOngoingNoneFree daily maintenance
Pelvic floor physical therapyGuided manual and exercise45 to 60 min6 to 12 weeksOngoingNoneComplex or painful cases
Incontinence padsAbsorption onlyOngoingImmediateOngoingNoneManaging rather than treating
Surgical slingImplanted supportOperationWeeksYearsWeeksSevere cases after conservative care

Is This Right for You

Who Is a Good Candidate for Emsella?

Finding Your Confidence Again

Emsella suits adults with pelvic floor weakness who want a non invasive option that requires no undressing and no downtime.

Ideal Candidates for Emsella

  • Women with stress incontinence who leak when coughing, sneezing, laughing or exercising
  • Women experiencing urgency or frequency linked to pelvic floor weakness
  • Clients whose pelvic floor has not recovered fully after childbirth
  • Women noticing changes after menopause
  • Men with post prostate surgery incontinence, following urology clearance

Who Should Wait or Avoid Emsella

  • Pregnancy, or the immediate postpartum period before your six week check
  • Any metal or electronic implant in the treatment area, including a copper IUD
  • Cardiac pacemakers, defibrillators or implanted neurostimulators
  • Metal implants such as hip replacements or surgical pins in the pelvic region
  • Active pelvic malignancy, or an undiagnosed pelvic mass

Incontinence has many causes, including neurological conditions, infection and medication side effects. If your symptoms started suddenly, involve pain or blood, or came with other neurological changes, see your physician before booking. We screen for implants and contraindications at intake and will decline treatment where it applies.

Emsella HIFEM pelvic floor session in progress with a fully clothed client at The Haven Raleigh

Your Experience

What Happens During an Emsella Session

Step by Step Process

  1. Positioning

    You sit fully clothed on the chair and our team helps you find the right position.

  2. Ramp Up

    Intensity is increased gradually until you feel strong but comfortable contractions.

  3. Treatment

    The chair runs for 28 minutes while you read, scroll or simply sit.

  4. Finish

    The session ends, you stand up and walk straight out with no aftercare.

Risks and Side Effects

What to Know

Common Emsella Side Effects

Mild pelvic muscle fatigue or soreness for a few hours after a session, similar to the feeling after unfamiliar exercise, and a temporary tingling sensation during treatment are the usual effects. These typically resolve within a day and lessen as the course progresses.

Rare Complications

Serious complications are rare with HIFEM technology. The important risks relate to contraindications rather than the treatment itself: electromagnetic energy and metal or electronic implants in the field are not compatible, which includes copper IUDs, pelvic metalwork, pacemakers and neurostimulators. Treating over an undiagnosed pelvic mass is also inappropriate.

Safety and FDA Clearance

Emsella is FDA cleared for the treatment of urinary incontinence in women and for pelvic floor muscle strengthening. We screen for implants and contraindications before every course. Incontinence has multiple possible causes, so anyone with sudden onset symptoms, pain or blood should see a physician first. Background on urologic conditions is published by the NIDDK.

Investment

Emsella Cost in Raleigh

Pricing and Payment Options

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How Much Does Emsella Cost in Raleigh?

Emsella is priced as a course rather than by the session, because a single visit does not produce meaningful change. A six session course in this market generally runs $1,500 to $2,500, which works out considerably lower per session than booking singles. Maintenance sessions after a completed course are priced individually.

Course Pricing

  • Six session course - the standard protocol, two sessions a week over three weeks
  • Maintenance sessions - single sessions for clients who have completed a course

Flexible Payment Options

We accept all major cards and can split course payments. Because Emsella is a course based treatment, we will always quote the full protocol rather than a per session figure that understates the real cost. Exact pricing is confirmed at consultation.

The Haven Difference

Why Choose The Haven for Emsella?

Jennifer L. invested in the full BTL platform rather than in a single device, and Emsella was a deliberate choice: it addresses something that clients rarely ever bring up unprompted.

You stay fully clothed, you sit in a private room with the door closed, and there is nothing to undress for - which is the reason a lot of people finally book it.

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  • Stay Fully Clothed

    Nothing at all to undress for and nothing to recover from, which is why a lot of people finally book.

  • Private Sessions

    Your own private room with the door closed for the full twenty eight minutes that the session runs.

  • Discreet Conversation

    A retreat setting rather than a clinic, which makes this a good deal easier a subject for anyone to raise.

  • Full BTL Platform

    Emsella sits alongside Emface, Exion and BTL microneedling, all of it under the one roof in Raleigh.

  • Priced as a Course

    Quoted as the six session course it takes, which works out well below booking single visits.

  • Paired Options

    Yoga classes for core and pelvic floor support are available alongside the Emsella course.

Emface applicators placed on the forehead and cheeks during treatment at The Haven Raleigh, NC

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Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions About Emsella

How much does Emsella cost in Raleigh?

Emsella is priced as a six session course, generally $1,500 to $2,500 in this market, which is considerably cheaper per session than booking singles. We quote the full course upfront rather than a per session figure, because one session on its own will not produce a meaningful result.

How long do Emsella results last?

Typically six to twelve months after a completed six session course. The pelvic floor is muscle, and like any muscle it loses tone without stimulus. Most clients book a maintenance session once or twice a year, which is far less than repeating the full protocol.

Does Emsella hurt?

No. Most clients describe strong but painless contractions and a tingling sensation. Intensity is ramped up gradually at the start of every session and we stop increasing it wherever you say to. You remain fully clothed and simply sit for the 28 minutes.

When will I see results from Emsella?

Many clients notice a change after two or three sessions, usually fewer leaks or better warning before urgency. The clearest improvement typically appears in the four to eight weeks after the sixth session, as the pelvic floor continues responding to the stimulus.

How many Emsella sessions do I need?

Six sessions is the standard course, delivered twice a week over three weeks. Some clients with more significant weakness benefit from a second short course after reassessment. Maintenance sessions once or twice a year hold the result for most people.

What is the difference between Emsella and Kegel exercises?

A single 28 minute Emsella session produces thousands of supramaximal contractions across the whole pelvic floor, which is deeper and more complete than voluntary effort achieves. Kegels also depend on technique, and many people who think they are doing them correctly are not. Emsella removes that variable.

Can men get Emsella?

Yes. Men book Emsella most often for incontinence following prostate surgery, and we ask for urology clearance before starting in that situation. The chair, the session length and the course structure are the same. Pelvic floor weakness in men is under discussed and more common than most people realize.

Do I need to undress for Emsella?

No, and it is the single most common reason people finally book. You sit fully clothed on the chair for the whole session. Avoid heavy metal rivets or large belt buckles in the seat area, but otherwise wear whatever you arrived in.

Can I have Emsella if I have an IUD?

Not with a copper IUD, because metal in the electromagnetic field is a contraindication. Hormonal IUDs vary by device and need to be checked individually. Tell us at intake and we will verify before booking rather than discovering the issue on the day.

Is Emsella FDA cleared?

Yes. Emsella holds FDA clearance for the treatment of urinary incontinence in women and for strengthening the pelvic floor musculature. Clearance means the device has been reviewed for safety and effectiveness for those uses, which is why we can describe what it is cleared to do rather than speaking vaguely.

Can I combine Emsella with other treatments at The Haven?

Yes. Emsella is often paired with yoga for core and pelvic floor support, and with colon hydrotherapy or a detox program for clients working on overall wellness. We will sequence appointments so the order makes sense.

Will Emsella help if my incontinence started after childbirth?

Often yes, and post birth weakness is one of the most common reasons clients book. We ask that you are past your six week postnatal check first. If you have pelvic pain, prolapse symptoms or a complex birth history, pelvic floor physical therapy alongside or instead may be the better route and we will say so.
Location
5501 McNeely DriveRaleigh, NC, 27612
Email
info@thehavenwellnessretreat.com
Phone
(919) 900-7405

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References

  1. Samuels et al., Lasers Surg Med. (2019). Safety and Efficacy of a Non-Invasive High-Intensity Focused Electromagnetic Field (HIFEM) Device for Treatment of Urinary Incontinence and Enhancement of Quality of Life. PMID: 31172580.
  2. Long et al., Biomedicines. (2024). Effect of High-Intensity Focused Electromagnetic Technology in the Treatment of Female Stress Urinary Incontinence. PMID: 39767789.
  3. Silantyeva et al., Female Pelvic Med Reconstr Surg. (2021). A Comparative Study on the Effects of High-Intensity Focused Electromagnetic Technology and Electrostimulation for the Treatment of Pelvic Floor Muscles and Urinary Incontinence in Parous Women: Analysis of Posttreatment Data. PMID: 31860567.
  4. Alouini et al., Int J Environ Res Public Health. (2022). Pelvic Floor Muscle Training for Urinary Incontinence with or without Biofeedback or Electrostimulation in Women: A Systematic Review. PMID: 35270480.
  5. National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. (2021). Overview of bladder control problems in women, causes and treatment approaches.