How Pelvic Floor Therapy Treats Incontinence
Focused electromagnetic pulses retrain and strengthen the pelvic floor to restore bladder control.
What’s Behind the Symptoms
What are the Causes of Urinary Incontinence?
Urinary incontinence is a symptom with many potential underlying causes. It affects both men and women and can range from short-term episodes to chronic conditions.
No matter the cause, strengthening the pelvic floor with the ReStora EMS Chair can significantly improve control and reduce symptoms, all without invasive intervention.
Pelvic floor weakness
Often linked to childbirth or menopause, a weak pelvic floor reduces support for the bladder and urethra.
Medication side effects
Some drugs interfere with bladder function or muscle coordination, making leakage more likely.
Lifestyle factors
Caffeine, alcohol, obesity, and smoking are known to raise the risk of incontinence symptoms.
Structural changes
Conditions like pelvic organ prolapse may shift internal support and contribute to leakage.
Post-surgical or hormonal changes
Procedures or hormonal shifts can impact the muscles that control urinary function.
Incontinence Treatment FAQs
Restora EMS is currently only FDA-cleared for urinary incontinence and pelvic floor strengthening. However, a stronger pelvic floor is associated with improved bowel control. The therapy activates the same deep muscle groups responsible for regulating both urinary and fecal function.
Clinical feedback and early studies suggest that supramaximal contractions can improve sphincter control and neuromuscular coordination—two key components in managing mild to moderate fecal incontinence. Though additional research is ongoing, this therapy may be a valuable adjunct when conservative options are needed.
Yes. Treatments with the ReStora EMS Chair are non-invasive, comfortable, and well tolerated by older adults, including those with mobility limitations. 30-minute Sessions are performed while seated, with no need to undress or undergo internal procedures.
This low-effort treatment is especially well-suited for seniors in both outpatient and long-term care settings. Pelvic floor therapy is widely recommended as a first-line approach for geriatric incontinence, and Restora EMS provides a practical, evidence-based method to deliver it with dignity.
In men, incontinence often stems from changes in pelvic floor function or the urinary tract. Contributing factors include:
- Prostate conditions, including benign enlargement or post-surgical changes
- Pelvic floor weakening due to aging, obesity, or previous abdominal surgery
- Neurological disorders such as Parkinson’s, diabetes, or spinal injuries
- Obstruction or infection caused by stones, strictures, or UTIs
- Lifestyle and medication side effects, including excess caffeine or certain prescriptions
Identifying the specific cause will help determine the right care path, which may include pelvic floor therapy using devices like ReStora EMS.
Yes. Stress can influence urinary control both physically and mentally. Stress incontinence occurs when pressure from sneezing, coughing, or exertion overwhelms weakened pelvic muscles. Emotional stress can also heighten bladder sensitivity, leading to urge incontinence.
In both cases, poor muscle coordination and behavioral triggers can make symptoms worse. Addressing pelvic floor function and reducing external stressors can help patients regain better bladder control.