Pelvic Floor Chair Sessions in Campbellfield
A non-invasive electromagnetic chair session that produces repeated pelvic floor muscle contractions while you remain fully clothed. It does not replace pelvic floor physiotherapy or assessment by your GP or a specialist.
Does any of this sound familiar?
A laugh that catches you off guard. A sneeze you brace for. A trampoline, a jump rope, a run for the bus, all quietly crossed off the list, just in case. Maybe it's been there since you had your kids. Maybe it crept in later, without children ever being part of the story. Maybe it's not about leaking at all, it's a change you've noticed with your partner that you haven't found the words for yet.
If any of that landed close to home: you're not broken, you're not alone, and you're not just supposed to live with it. A weak pelvic floor is one of the most common, least talked-about things a woman's body goes through, and one of the most treatable, once you actually address the muscle itself instead of just working around it.
What's actually going on
The pelvic floor is a hammock of muscle that holds up your bladder, uterus and bowel, and it does an enormous amount of quiet, unglamorous work every single day. Childbirth, pregnancy itself, menopause, ageing, even years of high-impact exercise can all leave it weaker than it used to be. When that happens, the muscle can't quite do its job anymore, which is why coughing, sneezing, laughing or exercising can suddenly become a moment of "please don't leak," instead of just a moment.
It's not a failure of willpower or hygiene. It's a muscle that's lost strength, the same way any other muscle can.
Why "just do your Kegels" often doesn't work
Kegel exercises aren't wrong, they're just genuinely hard to do well, and even harder to do consistently. Most women have never been shown exactly which muscles to engage, how to isolate them from the stomach and glutes, or how to actually feel whether they're doing it correctly. On top of that, real results need real volume: thousands of proper contractions, done consistently, over weeks. Finding that time, and doing it correctly, alone, at home, with no feedback, is genuinely difficult for most people to sustain.
This is where a lot of women get sent to pelvic floor physiotherapy, which absolutely has its place, but it usually means ongoing appointments, a genuine financial commitment over months, and homework in between sessions that's easy to fall behind on with a busy life, especially with young kids in the house.
A different way to get there
Our pelvic floor EMS chair uses focused electromagnetic technology to contract your pelvic floor muscles for you, at an intensity most people can't reach through voluntary exercise alone. A session runs around 30 minutes, and you remain seated and fully clothed throughout.
The manufacturer describes one session as producing the equivalent of up to approximately 11,000 Kegel-type contractions. This is a manufacturer device comparison and should not be interpreted as a guarantee of strength improvement, symptom resolution or a particular clinical outcome.
Please speak with your GP, a pelvic floor physiotherapist or a specialist before booking if you have pelvic pain, prolapse symptoms, persistent urinary leakage, changes in bowel function, postpartum concerns or any unexplained symptoms. Pelvic floor chair sessions do not replace pelvic floor physiotherapy, do not replace GP or specialist assessment, and do not guarantee resolution of incontinence.
For background on how the pelvic floor changes across different life stages, not just postpartum, see .
There's no undressing, no internal examination, and nothing invasive about the process. You can read, scroll your phone, or just sit quietly. Most people describe the sensation as an intense, rhythmic pulling or tapping feeling, not pain.
Who it may suit
You might be a good candidate for pelvic floor EMS if any of this sounds like you:
- You leak a little when you cough, sneeze, laugh, or exercise
- You've had children and feel like "things changed" afterwards and never quite went back
- You feel less sensation, tone or confidence during intimacy than you used to
- You've been told to "just do your Kegels" but have never been shown how, or can't stay consistent
- You've considered physiotherapy but the cost and time commitment of ongoing sessions has held you back
- You're simply noticing changes with age and want to be proactive about your pelvic floor strength before it becomes a bigger issue
This is general information, not a diagnosis. If you're unsure whether this is right for you, that's exactly what your first conversation with our team is for.
What to expect
Your first visit starts with a conversation, not a machine. Our nurses will talk through what you're experiencing, answer your questions honestly, and help you understand whether this is a good fit for your goals.
During a session, you sit on the chair fully clothed. There's no special preparation needed and a recovery period is not usually required, so you can go straight back to your day afterwards, including driving yourself home.
Most protocols involve a course of sessions, typically over several weeks, since consistent stimulation is what allows the muscle to rebuild strength over time, the same way any strength-training program builds results progressively rather than in a single visit.
Why this, and why here
We're a nurse-led clinic, which means this sits inside real clinical care, not a beauty-salon add-on. You'll get a real conversation about what's going on, not just a device switched on and off. And practically: to the best of our research, there is no other clinic across Melbourne's north currently offering pelvic floor EMS, the alternative for most women in this area has been an ongoing physiotherapy program, at a very different cost and time commitment.
Common questions
No. Most people describe it as a strong, rhythmic contraction sensation, intense, but not painful. You remain fully clothed throughout.
Physiotherapy is a valuable, different pathway, often involving manual assessment, ongoing appointments, and exercises you continue at home between visits. EMS delivers a very high volume of muscle contractions in a single in-clinic session, which may suit people looking for a lower time commitment or who have found it difficult to stay consistent with home exercises alone.
No. Pelvic floor weakness isn't only a postpartum issue, ageing, menopause, chronic coughing, high-impact sports and simple genetics can all play a role, in women who have never been pregnant at all.
We can't promise a specific outcome for any individual, everybody's body and circumstances are different, and this is general information, not medical advice. What we can tell you honestly is what the technology is designed to do: deliver a high volume of pelvic floor muscle contractions, which is the same underlying mechanism voluntary pelvic floor exercise relies on, just at a level most people can't reach on their own.
Bladder control is the most common reason women come to us for this, but a stronger pelvic floor is also connected to core stability and to how women describe their confidence and comfort during intimacy. We're happy to talk through your specific goals privately and honestly at your first visit.
No, you remain fully clothed for the entire session. There's no undressing or internal examination involved.
Most protocols involve a course of sessions over several weeks, since consistent stimulation is what allows the muscle to rebuild strength. Your practitioner will confirm a plan tailored to your goals.
No, you can go straight back to your day afterwards, including driving yourself home.
Electronic implants like pacemakers, and metal implants in or near the treatment area, are contraindications. Tell our team about any implants so we can properly assess suitability with you.
This treatment isn't suitable during pregnancy or if you're trying to conceive. Let our team know so we can discuss timing or alternatives with you.
Timing depends on your individual recovery. Speak with your GP or our team about the right timing for your specific situation.
A real, private conversation about your goals and history, not a machine straight away. This is where we work out together whether this is the right fit for you, and answer any questions honestly.
Yes, we're a short drive from all three, plus Coolaroo and Roxburgh Park. Since this works best with a proper course of sessions, many local clients find the regular trip straightforward.
What people commonly explore it for
- A private, fully clothed session in a women-only setting
- A non-invasive option that requires no undressing
- A clear starting point when you are unsure who to ask
These are reasons people book. Assessment with a GP or pelvic floor physiotherapist may be the better first step.
Preparing for your session
- Wear comfortable clothing. You remain fully clothed throughout.
- Empty your bladder before your session.
- Remove all metal from your body and pockets. Belts, jewellery, coins, keys and phones.
- Tell your practitioner about any implants or devices before your first session.
Good to know
- A 30 minute session delivers the equivalent of around 11,000 Kegel exercises.
- You stay fully clothed and simply sit on the chair throughout.
- A course of sessions is usually recommended rather than a single visit.
Why My BioHealth
A private, women-only setting with nurse-led screening. We will encourage assessment with your GP or a pelvic floor physiotherapist where that is the more appropriate first step.
Safety and precautions
This service may not be suitable if:
- You have any metal or electronic implant in or near the treatment area. This is an absolute contraindication. This includes plates, screws, pins, and hip or joint replacements in the pelvic region.
- You have a cardiac pacemaker, implanted defibrillator or neurostimulator.
- You have an intrauterine device (IUD). Please discuss with your practitioner before booking.
- You are pregnant, recently gave birth, or are trying to conceive.
- You have had recent surgery in the pelvic area.
- You have a malignant tumour or are undergoing cancer treatment.
- You have a fever or acute infection.
- You are menstruating. You may prefer to reschedule.
Can't find what you're looking for? Ask us directly and our team will get back to you.
This page is reviewed on a quarterly cycle. My BioHealth services are delivered within nursing scope of practice. Individual results vary and are not guaranteed. This page is general information only and does not replace individual medical advice.