Pelvic floor electrical stimulation

EMS (electrical muscle stimulation) or NMES (neuromuscular electrical stimulation) devices are widely used in physical therapy. They work by passing tiny electrical impulses through the nerves and muscle, via electrodes in pads placed on the skin or, in the case of specialist pelvic floor devices, via an internal probe inserted into the vagina or anus. The tiny impulses stimulate the nerves and muscles, causing the muscle groups of the pelvic floor contract and relax automatically. Stimulation devices are therefore often recommended for women and men who are unable to identify or contract their pelvic floor muscles voluntarily. They can provide either an alternative or supplement to pelvic floor exercises and other exercise aids.

Stimulation devices help to increase muscle strength, maintain or improve range of movement and increase and improve the blood supply to the muscle.

Who can't use electrical stimulation?

US CUSTOMERS PLEASE NOTE: US laws prevent us from supplying electrical stimulation devices to US customers. Therefore please do not order the Pericalm or Athena if you live in the US. Orders placed from US addresses will be refunded, but with the loss of the charges imposed by our payment processing systems.

Now live on YouTube	Pericalm Pelvic Floor Stimulation Unit. Top of the range, and specially designed for the pelvic floor. Simple to use, with 6 pre-set programs, covering incontinence and other pelvic disorders. Can be combined with a choice of electrode, enabling you to select the product combination that is right for you. RRP $215.46. More...
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	Athena Pelvic Muscle Trainer. Cordless electrical stimulation device, with lipstick-sized vaginal electrode, and remote control unit. Two preset frequencies to treat stress incontinence and urge incontinence. RRP $395.00. More...
	SPECIAL ONLINE PRICE ONLY AUD$330.00 while stocks last	Quantity:
There are some situations where NMES or TENS devices are not suitable, such as: Cardiac pacemaker in use Unstable or serious cardiac arrhythmia Pregnancy or whilst attempting pregnancy Broken/irritated skin in the area where the current will be applied Rectal bleeding or swollen haemorrhoids Urinary tract or vaginal infections Seizure disorders If in doubt, please consult your health care provider.



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19 June 2009