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Darren M. Smith, MD, FACS

BTL Emsella in NYC

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Achieve Optimal Bladder Health

Millions of Americans suffer from incontinence, which can severely affect their daily lives. While exercises targeting the pelvic floor can offer some improvement, they may not be enough for everyone.

Emsella has no recovery period, and most patients return to their usual activities right away. That does not mean it is free of side effects, and your clinician will review those with you at consultation. It is often tried before surgery is considered. It does not help everyone, and how much bladder control improves varies from patient to patient.

Leah Corredora, PA-C provides BTL Emsella medical aesthetics care at the Manhattan practice.

What Is BTL Emsella?

BTL Emsella is a non-invasive treatment that uses electromagnetic energy to contract the pelvic floor muscles.

Emsella is FDA-cleared for the treatment of urinary incontinence. Cleared is not the same as approved: it means the manufacturer showed the device is substantially equivalent to one already on the market. Some patients also report improved sexual satisfaction, which the clearance does not cover and which varies from patient to patient.

By delivering HIFEM technology, BTL Emsella stimulates the pelvic muscles with intense contractions, improving muscle strength and bladder control.

Additionally, BTL Emsella can be used alongside Emsculpt Neo to create comprehensive “core to floor” conditioning.

How Does BTL Emsella Revolutionize Intimate Wellness?

Intimate wellness, or vaginal rejuvenation, includes various procedures designed to improve women’s intimate health.

These can range from improving vaginal tightness to enhancing sexual pleasure and addressing incontinence or dryness.

Emsella, also known as the Kegel Throne, is a chair-style device. You sit on it fully clothed during the session.

Surgical vs. Non-Surgical Options in Vaginal Rejuvenation

Vaginal rejuvenation offers both surgical and non-surgical options. Surgical procedures, such as labiaplasty, focus on aesthetic and functional enhancements, while non-surgical treatments are split into invasive and non-invasive types. Dr. Smith primarily offers surgical procedures like labiaplasty for aesthetic improvement.

What Sets Invasive and Non-Invasive Non-Surgical Treatments Apart?

Invasive non-surgical treatments typically involve inserting a device to deliver energy-based therapies, targeting issues like vaginal dryness or laxity.

Emsella is delivered without any internal device. Patients remain fully clothed and seated for the session.

Emsella: A Singular Non-Invasive Solution for Vaginal Rejuvenation

Emsella is a non-surgical option that requires no internal procedure. Most patients find the sessions tolerable, though the contractions feel strong.

It is one of the non-invasive options for patients who would rather avoid surgery. Whether it is the right choice depends on the cause of your symptoms, which your clinician will discuss with you at consultation.

How Does BTL Emsella Work?

BTL Emsella utilizes HIFEM® (High-Intensity Focused Electromagnetic) technology to stimulate pelvic floor muscles, causing intense contractions not achievable through exercise alone.

By using electromagnetic waves, BTL Emsella delivers thousands of supramaximal contractions per session, effectively retraining the muscles of incontinent patients.

Patients undergo treatment by sitting on the BTL Emsella chair, fully dressed, for approximately 30 minutes.

During this time, the chair’s seat generates electromagnetic pulses, prompting 11,200 involuntary muscle contractions, far more intense than what Kegel exercises can achieve.

The contractions are strong. Most patients describe the sensation as strange rather than painful, and some report aching in the pelvic floor afterward. There is no recovery period, and patients return to their usual activities the same day.

How Often Should You Have BTL Emsella Treatments?

For optimal results, a typical BTL Emsella treatment plan includes six sessions over three weeks, with maintenance follow-ups every six months to a year. Noticeable improvements often occur after the first treatment, with progressive benefits developing over time.

What Are the Benefits of BTL Emsella?

Emsella is one of the non-invasive options for strengthening the pelvic floor and improving bladder control:

  • Non-Surgical: The treatment requires no anesthesia and no recovery time, and patients return to their usual activities the same day.
  • Clinically Effective: The device is FDA-cleared for stress, urge and mixed urinary incontinence. How much any individual patient improves varies.
  • Quick Results: Many patients notice improvements after the initial sessions, with continued advancements over the following months.
  • Simple and Non-Intimidating: Sessions are conducted while patients are fully clothed, sitting in a comfortable chair without the need for internal probes.
  • Comprehensive Treatment: BTL Emsella targets both urinary and bowel incontinence by strengthening the interconnected pelvic floor muscles.
  • Maintenance: Gains in muscle tone and control fade without maintenance sessions. With maintenance, many patients hold the improvement, though this varies.
  • Enhanced Intimate Health: In addition to incontinence relief, patients often report improved sexual satisfaction.
  • Lifestyle Benefits: With reduced reliance on incontinence pads, patients enjoy a newfound freedom in daily activities.
  • Increased Confidence: The treatment’s efficacy in restoring bladder control often leads to boosted self-esteem and an enhanced quality of life.

Emsella’s unique approach provides effective relief and an improved lifestyle for those seeking alternatives to traditional methods.

Your clinician offers personalized consultations to explain the process and address any questions, helping patients decide if BTL Emsella is the right choice for their intimate wellness needs.

Am I a Good Candidate for BTL Emsella?

Emsella may suit patients with urinary incontinence or pelvic floor weakness who have no contraindication to the device. Whether it is appropriate depends on the cause of the symptoms. It is often considered by:

  • Individuals seeking enhanced intimate experiences: Some patients pursue Emsella for this reason. Results in this area vary and are not something your clinician can promise.
  • Active people with leakage concerns: Those who experience leakage during exercise or other physical activities may find BTL Emsella particularly effective.
  • Anyone with frequent urges: If you’re troubled by a constant need to urinate, BTL Emsella could offer substantial relief.
  • Postpartum women: Women with leakage after childbirth from a weakened pelvic floor may be candidates. Your clinician will assess whether Emsella is likely to help in your case.

Emsella is used across a wide range of ages. It is a non-surgical option for patients who have been assessed and have none of the contraindications listed below. Results vary.

Is Emsella right for you?

Emsella is FDA-cleared, which is not the same as FDA-approved. Cleared means the manufacturer showed it is substantially equivalent to a device already on the market. Approved means a new safety and effectiveness review. Emsella went through the first route.

The treatment uses a focused electromagnetic field to contract the pelvic floor muscles. You stay fully clothed and seated. A course is two sessions a week for three weeks. Because the field acts on anything conductive in the treatment area, the device is not used in patients with a cardiac pacemaker or other implanted electronic device, in patients with metal implants in the pelvis or lower abdomen, in patients with a copper or other metallic IUD in place, or during pregnancy.

Tell the practice about any implanted device, any metal hardware anywhere below the ribs, any current IUD, and any possibility of pregnancy before your first session. This is not a formality. It decides whether the treatment happens.

Most patients feel the contractions clearly and describe the sensation as strange rather than painful. Some report aching in the pelvic floor afterward, in the way muscles ache after unfamiliar exercise. Results vary, and Emsella is not a substitute for evaluation of incontinence by a physician who can rule out the causes that need treating differently.

How Much Does Treatment With BTL Emsella Cost?

Emsella is priced per session and as a series; most patients are advised to complete a series of six sessions for the best results. Pricing for your plan is confirmed at your consultation.

Exploring Additional Non-Invasive Body Procedures

Interested in more non-invasive body treatments? Our offerings extend to other procedures such as Emsculpt Neo for muscle toning and fat reduction, and Emtone (not offered) for cellulite improvement.

What To Expect During Your BTL Emsella Consultation with your clinician

A comprehensive consultation helps determine if BTL Emsella is the right solution for each patient’s specific incontinence concerns. Your clinician asks about symptoms, intake of fluids, diet and lifestyle factors, and past treatments.

Consultations also provide an opportunity to address patients’ questions and concerns about BTL Emsella. Your clinician explains what to expect during sessions and afterwards.

How to Begin Your BTL Emsella Treatment

Starting BTL Emsella treatments with your clinician is a straightforward process:

  • Scheduling Your Consultation: Begin by booking a medical aesthetics consultation with Leah Corredora, PA-C, either by calling +1 (212) 633-0627 or requesting a slot online.
  • Assessing Your Needs: During your visit, your clinician will evaluate if BTL Emsella is suitable for you and outline a personalized treatment plan.
  • Consenting to Treatment: Before starting, you’ll sign consent forms, ensuring you’re fully informed and agreeable to the procedure.
  • Undergoing Sessions: A course is two sessions a week for three weeks, each about 30 minutes. You remain fully clothed while the chair's electromagnetic field prompts pelvic floor contractions.
  • Reviewing Your Progress: After completing the treatment series, a follow-up with your clinician will help assess your results and consider any future maintenance.

Patients are encouraged to voice their questions and desired outcomes right from the initial consultation. Your clinician prioritizes your comfort and privacy and is dedicated to providing a supportive and effective treatment experience.

BTL Emsella at Our Manhattan Practice

Leah Corredora, PA-C provides BTL Emsella medical aesthetics care at the Manhattan practice.

The practice evaluates technologies such as BTL Emsella in the context of each patient’s needs. Your consultation is an opportunity to discuss the treatment’s benefits, limits and risks.

Treatment plans are tailored to each patient’s unique needs and goals. The Manhattan practice provides a private setting designed to put patients at ease.

Take Control of Your Bladder Again with BTL Emsella

Experience a renewed sense of freedom from incontinence with BTL Emsella, a non-surgical path to improved bladder control offered by your clinician.

At the practice at Ritz Tower in Manhattan, New York, Emsella treatment is tailored to your needs and goals.

Discuss your goals and whether Emsella is suitable for you during a consultation with Leah Corredora, PA-C.

Book your session online or reach out at +1 (212) 633-0627 to begin your treatment with a trusted expert in intimate wellness.

Frequently Asked Questions about BTL Emsella

What results can I expect from BTL Emsella treatments?

Most patients report significant improvements in leakage, urge frequency, and nighttime bathroom trips after completing the recommended six sessions. Results continue to improve over the next 3 months as pelvic muscles strengthen. Maintenance sessions help sustain benefits long-term.

Is BTL Emsella painful?

The contractions are strong, and most patients describe the sensation as strange rather than painful. Some report aching in the pelvic floor afterward, in the way muscles ache after unfamiliar exercise. Tell the practice if a session becomes uncomfortable, because the intensity can be adjusted.

How long do results last?

With proper maintenance, most patients enjoy over a year of improved continence before needing touch-up sessions. Your clinician tailors maintenance plans to each patient to optimize long-term benefits.

What does the BTL Emsella treatment feel like?

Patients typically experience a sensation akin to vigorous pelvic floor workouts during BTL Emsella treatments, coupled with a tingling sensation in the pelvic region.

Is BTL Emsella also beneficial for men’s sexual health?

Emsella’s primary application is combating urinary incontinence. Some practices also explore its benefits for men’s sexual health, including erectile dysfunction, but further research is ongoing to confirm its efficacy for these purposes.

Can BTL Emsella improve bowel incontinence?

By strengthening pelvic floor muscles, BTL Emsella may aid in bowel control. The impact on bowel incontinence will vary, with outcomes depending on individual conditions and incontinence causes.

Will my insurance cover BTL Emsella treatments?

Dr. Smith’s practice is out of network with all insurance plans, and Emsella is generally not a covered treatment. If your plan does offer out-of-network benefits that apply, our team will work with you to help you use them toward your care.

Does BTL Emsella result in vaginal tightening?

Emsella focuses on reinforcing pelvic floor muscles, which may impart a sensation of increased tightness. However, vaginal tightening is not its primary purpose.

Can you undergo BTL Emsella treatment during your period?

It’s preferable to arrange BTL Emsella sessions outside your menstrual period, as the treatment’s electromagnetic stimulation may intensify cramps for some individuals. For personalized advice, consult with your clinician.

What should I wear for a BTL Emsella treatment?

You can wear your everyday clothing to BTL Emsella treatments, as it’s completely non-invasive. Opt for attire that provides comfort throughout the session.

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Discuss your priorities, ask questions and explore treatment options with our team.

Our practice is located at the Ritz Tower, 111 East 57th Street in Midtown Manhattan. We welcome patients from the five boroughs and the surrounding tri-state area. If you are traveling for care, explore our guide for out-of-town patients.

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