What is Pelvic Floor Dysfunction or Incontinence?

Pelvic floor dysfunction refers to weakness or impaired coordination of the muscles and connective tissues that support the bladder, bowel, and reproductive organs. When these muscles aren’t functioning properly, you may experience symptoms like urinary leakage with coughing or activity, urgency, frequent nighttime urination, and pelvic pressure or discomfort. In the U.S., nearly one in four adult women reports at least one pelvic floor disorder, with urinary incontinence affecting about 15-25% of women overall and rising with age.

Symptoms of Pelvic Floor Dysfunction/Incontinence

Pelvic floor dysfunction can show up in subtle or disruptive ways. If the muscles that support bladder control and pelvic organs aren’t working properly, you may experience:

  • Bladder leaks when laughing, coughing, sneezing, or exercising
  • Sudden, strong urges to urinate
  • Frequent trips to the bathroom, including at night
  • Difficulty fully emptying the bladder
  • Pelvic pressure, weakness, or discomfort

Your Pelvic Floor/Incontinence Treatment: Gazelle

At Arch Medical Group, treatment starts with a thorough evaluation of your symptoms, lifestyle factors, and pelvic health history to pinpoint the root cause of bladder control issues. We assess muscle function, coordination, and neuromuscular factors before curating a care plan. Using the Gazelle pelvic floor treatment, we schedule sessions strategically to match your needs, goals, and symptoms, allowing us to track progress, adjust intensity, and optimize results over time.

Gazelle is a non-invasive pelvic floor therapy that uses pulsed electromagnetic stimulation to activate deep pelvic muscles and the motor nerves that control them. These magnetic fields pass safely through clothing and tissue, triggering thousands of powerful, involuntary muscle contractions in a single session. This process retrains neuromuscular pathways, strengthens weakened muscles, improves coordination, and enhances bladder support, helping restore control without surgery, downtime, or discomfort.

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Advantages of Gazelle Pelvic Floor Treatment:

  • Non-invasive treatment with no needles, probes, or surgery
  • Fully clothed, comfortable sessions performed while seated
  • Deep muscle activation beyond what traditional exercises can achieve
  • No downtime, allowing you to return to normal activities immediately
  • Personalized treatment protocols based on your symptoms and goals
  • Suitable for both men and women with pelvic floor dysfunction
  • Clinically supported technology with a strong safety profile

FAQs

How is Gazelle different from doing Kegels at home?

How do I know if Gazelle pelvic floor treatment is right for me?

What does a Gazelle treatment session feel like?

How many sessions will I need?

How is Gazelle different from doing Kegels at home?

Kegels rely on voluntary muscle contractions, which can be difficult to perform correctly or consistently. Gazelle activates deep pelvic muscles via electromagnetic stimulation, thus automatically producing thousands of muscle contractions in a single session. This helps strengthen muscles and retrain neuromuscular pathways more efficiently.

How do I know if Gazelle pelvic floor treatment is right for me?

If you’re experiencing bladder leaks, urgency, frequent nighttime urination, or a feeling of pelvic weakness, Gazelle treatment may be an option. During your consultation, your provider reviews your symptoms, health history, and goals to determine whether pelvic floor dysfunction is contributing to your concerns and if this therapy fits your needs.

What does a Gazelle treatment session feel like?

You remain fully clothed and sit comfortably on the treatment chair while the device delivers pulsed electromagnetic stimulation. Most people describe the sensation as rhythmic muscle contractions or gentle tightening in the pelvic area. The intensity can be adjusted to keep you comfortable while still delivering effective muscle activation.

How many sessions will I need?

The number of sessions varies based on symptom severity and individual response. Many treatment plans involve multiple sessions per week over several weeks. Some people notice improvement early on, while others experience gradual changes as muscle strength and coordination improve with continued therapy over time.

Why Choose Arch Medical Group for Pelvic Floor/incontinence Treatment in Clearwater?

At Arch Medical Group, you receive personalized, root-cause-focused care to restore control and confidence. Our team takes the time to evaluate your symptoms, tailor a plan around your needs, and deliver treatment using non-invasive Gazelle pelvic floor technology. With a patient-first approach, we help support real, measurable improvements. If bladder issues are holding you back, schedule a consultation for pelvic floor/incontinence treatment in Clearwater today.

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