Regain Bladder Control with EMSELLA

FDA-cleared technology that strengthens the pelvic floor while you sit fully clothed, delivered in a clinical setting with physician oversight.

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EMSELLA in Arlington, VA

A Treatment for the Problem Most People Never Mention

Bladder leaks are far more common than most people realize, and far less discussed. Many patients manage them quietly for years, planning outings around restroom access, skipping workouts, and assuming this is simply part of getting older. It does not have to be. EMSELLA strengthens the pelvic floor muscles behind the symptom, without surgery, medication, or downtime. And because we already provide primary and routine gynecological care, it is a conversation most of our patients start during a visit they had already scheduled. We serve adults throughout Arlington, Alexandria, Falls Church, McLean, and the greater Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) area. Call (703) 533-2222 to schedule your consultation.

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What Is EMSELLA?

EMSELLA is an FDA-cleared device that strengthens the pelvic floor using High-Intensity Focused Electromagnetic energy, or HIFEM.

It treats urinary incontinence in both women and men by addressing the muscle weakness behind the symptom, rather than managing it with pads or medication. Nothing is inserted, and you remain fully clothed.

How Does EMSELLA Work?

The pelvic floor is a group of muscles supporting the bladder, bowel, and reproductive organs. When those muscles weaken, they lose the ability to control urine flow reliably.

Electromagnetic energy triggers supramaximal contractions in that muscle group, meaning contractions considerably more intense than you could produce voluntarily. One session delivers the equivalent of thousands of Kegel exercises, and because the field stimulates the entire muscle group at once, results do not depend on getting the technique right the way they do with Kegels.

What EMSELLA Treats

EMSELLA addresses the three main types of urinary incontinence:

Stress incontinence: Leaks triggered by pressure, including coughing, sneezing, laughing, lifting, or exercise.
Urge incontinence: A sudden, difficult-to-control need to urinate, sometimes with leakage before reaching the bathroom.
Mixed incontinence: Both patterns together, which is common in older adults and harder to manage day to day.

EMSELLA Benefits

Strengthens the pelvic floor without surgery or medication
Treatment performed fully clothed while seated
FDA-cleared and clinically studied
Non-invasive with no needles, no incisions, and no anesthesia
No downtime, return to normal activity immediately
30-minute sessions with no preparation required
Improves core stability alongside bladder control
Delivered in a clinical medical setting with physician oversight

EMSELLA for Women

Pregnancy and childbirth stretch and sometimes damage the pelvic floor, and leaking that begins postpartum often never fully resolves on its own. Menopause adds to it, since declining estrogen reduces tissue strength and muscle tone throughout the pelvic region.

Beyond bladder control, many women report improvements in core stability and sexual function as pelvic floor strength returns. For women who have tried strengthening those muscles on their own without much change, EMSELLA works the same area without depending on technique.

EMSELLA for Men

Prostate surgery and radiation frequently leave men with stress incontinence, and the options afterward tend to be limited to pads, medication, or another procedure. EMSELLA requires none of those.

Age-related pelvic floor weakening affects men as well, contributing to urgency, dribbling, and nighttime bathroom trips that interrupt sleep.

EMSELLA can also support erectile function. Because the pelvic floor muscles play a role in erection quality as well as urinary control, men experiencing erectile dysfunction, including after prostate surgery or radiation, may see this as an added benefit alongside improved bladder control.

What to Expect with EMSELLA

Consultation

Your consultation starts with your symptoms, how long they have been going on, and what you have already tried. Any of our medical providers can conduct the EMSELLA consultation, and new patients meet with Dr. Uy or Dr. Vidwans to go over the procedure directly.

Your provider will also review medications, prior surgeries, and any conditions that could be contributing, since bladder symptoms are not always about the pelvic floor alone.

Treatment

You sit fully clothed on the EMSELLA chair for approximately 30 minutes. During the session, you will feel your pelvic floor muscles contracting and releasing intensely, along with a tingling sensation. It is unusual rather than painful, and most patients read or use their phone throughout.

A typical protocol involves 6 sessions scheduled twice a week over three weeks, though your provider will recommend a schedule based on your symptoms and response.

After Your Session

Nothing to recover from. Patients drive themselves home and go about the rest of the day as planned. Some notice mild fatigue in the pelvic muscles, which passes within a day.

EMSELLA Results

Many patients notice improvement after two or three sessions, with results continuing to develop for several weeks after the final treatment as the muscle strengthens.

Improvement typically means fewer leaks, better control, and less dependence on protective products. Some patients see symptoms resolve entirely, while others experience significant reduction. Results depend on the severity of your symptoms, the underlying cause, and your overall pelvic floor condition.

Results are not permanent. Pelvic floor muscles lose strength without use, the same way any muscle does, so many patients return for occasional maintenance sessions.

Who Is a Good Candidate?

Most adults with urinary incontinence are candidates for EMSELLA, especially those who want to avoid surgery or long-term medication. You may be a good fit if you:

Experience leaks with coughing, sneezing, exercise, or lifting
Deal with urgency that is difficult to control
Have tried pelvic floor exercises without meaningful improvement
Prefer a non-surgical, non-pharmaceutical approach
Have developed symptoms after childbirth or prostate surgery
Are managing incontinence with pads and want a different option

A few things rule EMSELLA out, including cardiac pacemakers, defibrillators, metal implants in the pelvic region, and pregnancy. Your physician will go through your full history before recommending treatment.

Why Choose Arlington Medical Associates for EMSELLA?

Strengthen Your Pelvic Floor with EMSELLA in Arlington, VA

Fewer leaks, better bladder control, and less disruption to daily activity are realistic outcomes for most patients, and EMSELLA at Arlington Medical Associates offers a non-surgical, medically supervised way to get there.

We serve patients in Arlington, Alexandria, Falls Church, McLean, and throughout Northern Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, DC. Call (703) 533-2222 to schedule your EMSELLA consultation today.

EMSELLA FAQs

Where can I get EMSELLA near me in Arlington, VA?

Arlington Medical Associates offers EMSELLA at 2800 Shirlington Rd Unit 410, Arlington, VA 22206, with free surface and garage parking. We serve patients in Arlington, Alexandria, Falls Church, McLean, and throughout Northern Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, DC. Call (703) 533-2222 to schedule your consultation.

Does EMSELLA hurt?

No. The contractions are strong and the sensation is unfamiliar, but patients do not describe it as painful. The intensity is adjustable, and your provider will start conservatively and build from there.

Can I have EMSELLA if I have had pelvic surgery?

Often yes, though it depends on what was done and what was left behind. Surgical mesh and certain implants are a concern. Bring your surgical history to your consultation so your physician can review it.

Will I need to keep doing pelvic floor exercises?

It helps. EMSELLA strengthens the muscles, and continuing to use them is what keeps that strength. Your provider at Arlington Medical Associates can show you what to do and how often.

Is EMSELLA covered by insurance?

EMSELLA is generally not covered by insurance. Dr. Vidwans or Dr. Uy can discuss pricing during your consultation.

What our clients say

Every Provider has been patient and kind with my special needs brother, and worked with his family so he gets the best medical care. We have dealt with the front desk many, many times and they are ALWAYS very helpful, very kind and very patient with him and me. This a wonderful clinic!

My doctor was DR. Uy and he is a great physician and was very empathetic and a good listener. I was very happy with him during my time in Virginia. They are polite on the phone and respond to voicemails for prescription refills very fast, usually the same day.

Dr. Vidwans is our favorite doctor! He caught my husband’s cancer at a yearly checkup and sent him immediately for treatment. He’s extremely kind and he listens carefully when you’re describing a problem. He’s really an amazing young doctor. We love this practice!

Love Dr. Vidwans! He is a kind and knowledgeable doctor that wants to help people and provides lifestyle options rather than shoving pills down your throat. We moved to Maryland and still kept him because there’s no better PCP for us.

Dr. Vidwans is the best doctor I've ever seen. Very caring and compassionate. Always takes time to listen to my questions and concerns. The entire staff is friendly and helpful.

Excellent care and compassionate services. Wife almost died while we were traveling. Long hospital visit across the planet. After more surgeries and complications than I can count, the hospital discharged my wife with some minimal information. We flew home. Had a few pieces of paper to describe a week in the ICU and another week in trama surge. Doc Uy and his team have been very helpful in getting the follow-up care my spouse required. Sending love and good vibes your way!

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Dr. Vidwans is the best doctor I’ve ever seen. Very caring and compassionate. Always takes time to listen to my questions and concerns. The entire staff is friendly and helpful.

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