Pelvic floor symptoms can affect daily comfort, confidence, and quality of life. Many patients also find these symptoms difficult to talk about, even when they are common and treatable.
The Emsella Chair is a non-invasive pelvic floor therapy designed to help strengthen the muscles involved in bladder control, bowel control, and pelvic support. Treatment is performed in the office while you remain fully clothed.
Dr. Aisha Akhtar, a board-certified colon and rectal surgeon serving Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Fountain Hills, evaluates and treats pelvic floor concerns, bowel control symptoms, anorectal conditions, and related colorectal problems.
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The Emsella Chair is an in-office treatment that uses electromagnetic stimulation to activate the pelvic floor muscles. These contractions are similar in concept to Kegel exercises, but they occur while you are seated on the chair rather than by consciously performing each contraction yourself.
The pelvic floor is a group of muscles that helps support bladder function, bowel control, and pelvic stability. When these muscles are weak, poorly coordinated, or difficult to engage, patients may notice changes in bladder control, bowel control, pelvic support, or confidence with daily activities.
Emsella therapy is not a substitute for a medical evaluation. It is one treatment option that may be considered after your symptoms and medical history are reviewed.
Dr. Aisha Akhtar discusses Emsella Chair therapy, how the treatment works, and why pelvic floor strengthening may be helpful for selected patients with bladder or bowel control concerns.
During treatment, electromagnetic energy stimulates the pelvic floor muscles and causes repeated muscle contractions. The goal is to help strengthen and re-engage the pelvic floor muscles over a series of treatments.
During a typical session:
The number of sessions recommended depends on your symptoms, pelvic floor condition, medical history, and treatment goals.
Emsella Chair therapy may be appropriate for selected patients who would benefit from pelvic floor muscle strengthening.
Patients may seek evaluation for concerns such as:
A consultation is important because pelvic floor symptoms can have several causes. Some patients need pelvic floor physical therapy, bowel habit management, medication changes, imaging, testing, or other treatment before or instead of Emsella therapy.
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Pelvic floor weakness or dysfunction may be associated with several symptoms, including:
Because these symptoms can overlap with colorectal, gynecologic, urologic, and neurologic conditions, it is important to identify the underlying cause before choosing a treatment plan.
Kegel exercises require you to voluntarily contract the pelvic floor muscles. They can be helpful when the correct muscles are identified and the exercises are done consistently. In practice, many patients are unsure whether they are doing them correctly.
Emsella Chair therapy stimulates pelvic floor contractions during the treatment session. It may be useful for selected patients who need help strengthening or reactivating these muscles.
| Approach | Description |
|---|---|
| Kegel exercises | Pelvic floor muscle contractions performed by the patient |
| Emsella Chair therapy | In-office electromagnetic stimulation that activates pelvic floor muscle contractions while seated |
Some patients may still benefit from pelvic floor physical therapy, bowel habit optimization, medication review, or other targeted treatments depending on the cause of their symptoms.
Emsella Chair therapy is performed in an office setting. You sit on the chair fully clothed while the device stimulates the pelvic floor muscles.
During treatment, you may feel repeated pelvic floor contractions or a tingling sensation. The intensity can usually be adjusted for comfort. Most patients do not need downtime and can return to routine activity after the session.
Before starting therapy, Dr. Akhtar’s office will review your symptoms, medical history, and treatment goals to determine whether Emsella is appropriate for you.
Most patients tolerate Emsella Chair therapy well. The treatment should not feel like surgery or an invasive procedure. Some patients notice temporary muscle soreness or pelvic floor fatigue afterward, similar to how muscles may feel after exercise.
If treatment is recommended, the expected benefits, limitations, and treatment plan will be discussed with you before starting.
You should seek medical evaluation if you experience:
Rectal bleeding, bowel control changes, and persistent pelvic floor symptoms should be evaluated so that the correct diagnosis is not missed.
Dr. Aisha Akhtar is a board-certified colon and rectal surgeon who provides specialized care for anorectal, colorectal, and pelvic floor-related concerns.
Patients often come to Dr. Akhtar’s office because they want respectful, private, and medically focused care for symptoms that can be uncomfortable to discuss. Her evaluation focuses on understanding the cause of the problem and matching treatment to the patient’s symptoms, goals, and overall health.
Dr. Akhtar serves patients from Phoenix, Scottsdale, Fountain Hills, Paradise Valley, Glendale, and nearby Arizona communities.
Dr. Aisha Akhtar offers Emsella Chair pelvic floor therapy for selected patients seeking non-invasive pelvic floor muscle strengthening.
The office serves patients from:
To learn whether Emsella Chair therapy is appropriate for you, schedule a consultation with Dr. Akhtar’s office.
Dedicated Emsella Chair consultations are now available.
If pelvic floor symptoms are affecting your comfort, confidence, or daily routine, a medical evaluation can help identify the cause and guide the right treatment plan.
The consultation is complimentary, with a $50 deposit to reserve the appointment. Eligible patients may also experience a brief, fully clothed Emsella Chair demonstration during the visit.
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Emsella Chair therapy is a non-invasive treatment that helps strengthen the pelvic floor muscles. These muscles support bladder control, bowel control, and pelvic stability. During treatment, you sit fully clothed on the chair while the device stimulates pelvic floor muscle contractions.
No. Treatment is performed while you remain fully clothed. There are no needles, incisions, or anesthesia. Most patients are able to return to normal daily activities after the session.
Emsella may be appropriate for selected patients with symptoms related to pelvic floor weakness, including bladder control concerns, bowel control concerns, or difficulty strengthening the pelvic floor muscles on their own. A consultation is important because not every patient is a candidate, and some symptoms require additional evaluation before treatment.
Most patients tolerate treatment well. You may feel strong pelvic floor muscle contractions or a tingling sensation while the chair is active. The intensity can usually be adjusted during the session for comfort.
The number of sessions depends on your symptoms, pelvic floor strength, medical history, and treatment goals. During your consultation, Dr. Aisha Akhtar will review your concerns and discuss whether Emsella Chair therapy is appropriate for you.
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