Urinary Incontinence Treatment in Apollo Beach and Riverview, FL

Reclaim Confident Bladder Control

Treatment:Non-Invasive Emsella
Format:Fully Clothed Sessions
Available At:Apollo Beach Only
Understanding Your Wellness

What Is Urinary Incontinence?

Recognizing the Signs

Urinary incontinence is the involuntary loss of urine, ranging from a few drops with a cough or laugh to a sudden, overwhelming urge that cannot be deferred. It affects both women and men, with roughly 30 percent of women over age 30 reporting some degree of leakage and a meaningful share of post-prostatectomy men experiencing the same. It is a medical condition, not a normal part of aging, and it responds well to targeted care.

Clinicians group incontinence into stress (leakage with coughing, sneezing, lifting, or jumping), urge (sudden, intense need to urinate), and mixed (both patterns together). At Spine-Ability we serve patients across Apollo Beach, Riverview, Tampa, Brandon, Ruskin, Sun City Center, Gibsonton and surrounding Hillsborough County. Emsella pelvic floor therapy is available at our Apollo Beach location only.

The Science

Why Urinary Incontinence Happens

Understanding the Root Causes

A healthy pelvic floor is a hammock of muscle and connective tissue that supports the bladder, urethra, uterus or prostate, and rectum. When these muscles weaken or lose coordination, the sphincters that hold urine in cannot generate enough pressure during effort or cannot stay relaxed during filling, and leakage results.

The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases identifies pregnancy, childbirth, menopause, prostate surgery, chronic cough, and aging as the most common contributors. Treatments like Emsella pelvic floor therapy rebuild that muscle support without surgery or downtime.

Deeper Understanding

A Coordinated Workup Matters

How a Team Approach Improves Outcomes

Urinary incontinence can have overlapping causes, so a complete workup often involves your primary care provider, a urologist, or a urogynecologist before or alongside pelvic floor strengthening. Imaging, urodynamic testing, and bladder diaries help confirm whether leakage is stress, urge, or mixed, and rule out infection, prolapse, or neurologic factors.

At Spine-Ability our Apollo Beach team welcomes patients already working with a urologist or OB-GYN and is happy to coordinate care. Emsella is non-invasive, fully clothed, and pairs well with medical management, behavioral therapy, and home pelvic floor exercises. We also help connect patients in Tampa and the surrounding area with appropriate specialists when a fuller evaluation is needed.

Contributing Factors

What Accelerates Urinary Incontinence?

Identifying Your Triggers

Pelvic Floor Weakness

Loss of muscle tone in the pelvic sling reduces sphincter pressure and lets urine escape during effort or urgency.

Vaginal Childbirth

Stretching and microtearing of pelvic muscles and nerves during delivery often leaves lasting weakness, especially after multiple births.

Menopause and Hormonal Changes

Declining estrogen thins urethral and vaginal tissues and reduces muscle support, increasing both stress and urge symptoms.

Post-Prostatectomy

Surgery for prostate cancer can disrupt the external sphincter, leaving men with stress leakage that often improves with pelvic floor training.

Aging

Gradual loss of muscle mass and slower nerve signaling reduces how quickly the pelvic floor reacts to sudden pressure.

Chronic Coughing and Heavy Lifting

Repeated abdominal pressure from smoking, COPD, allergies, or heavy occupational lifting fatigues the pelvic floor over years.

Why Spine-Ability

Why Choose Spine-Ability for Urinary Incontinence Care in Apollo Beach, FL

Expert Care in Apollo Beach

  • Apollo Beach Emsella Suite
  • Fully Clothed Sessions
  • Women's Health Focus
  • Whole Body Wellness

Treatment Options Comparison

Finding Your Best Approach

Treatment Best For Session Time Results Timeline Maintenance
Emsella Pelvic Floor Therapy Stress, urge and mixed incontinence 28 minutes 2-4 weeks Quarterly touch-ups
Body Sculpting with Emsculpt Neo Core strength and trunk support 30 minutes 4-8 weeks Quarterly touch-ups
Soft Tissue Therapy Pelvic and hip muscle tension 20-30 minutes 1-3 sessions As needed
Therapeutic and Rehabilitative Exercises Long-term core and pelvic floor strength 20-30 minutes 4-6 weeks Home program
Is This You?

You May Be Experiencing Urinary Incontinence If...

Recognizing When to Seek Help

  • Leakage with Coughing, Laughing or Sneezing
  • Sudden Urgency
  • Frequent Bathroom Trips
  • Nocturia
  • Difficulty Emptying Fully
  • Embarrassment
  • Avoiding Activities
  • Wearing Pads
Your Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

About Urinary Incontinence

Can Emsella treat urinary incontinence?

Yes. Emsella uses high-intensity focused electromagnetic (HIFEM) energy to contract the entire pelvic floor thousands of times per session, retraining the muscles that support bladder control. The device is FDA cleared for stress, urge, and mixed incontinence in women, and is widely used for post-prostatectomy leakage in men. Learn more on the manufacturer site at btlaesthetics.com.

How many Emsella sessions will I need?

Most patients complete a series of six 28-minute sessions, scheduled twice a week over three weeks. Many notice fewer leakage episodes by session three or four, with continued gains for several months afterward. Some patients benefit from quarterly touch-up sessions.

Does Emsella work for men?

Yes. Men with stress incontinence after prostate surgery often respond well, since the muscles being targeted are the same ones that support the urethra in both sexes. Dr. Marissa and our team regularly treat male patients in Apollo Beach for post-prostatectomy leakage.

Do I need to undress for the treatment?

No. You remain fully clothed for the entire session. You simply sit on the Emsella chair, which delivers the HIFEM energy through your clothing. Many patients read, listen to music, or take a phone call during the session.

Is the treatment covered by insurance?

Emsella is generally considered an elective wellness treatment and is not covered by most insurance plans. We offer transparent self-pay pricing and package options. Call (813) 938-7500 to discuss what works for you.

Will I still need to see my urologist or urogynecologist?

Yes, for many patients. Emsella works well alongside medical management, behavioral therapy, and home pelvic floor exercises. We are happy to coordinate care with your primary care provider, urologist, or urogynecologist.

When should I see a professional about leakage?

If urinary leakage affects your sleep, intimacy, exercise, or daily confidence, it is time to be evaluated. Incontinence is common but not normal, and most patients see meaningful improvement with the right combination of care.

Location901 Apollo Beach Blvd
Apollo Beach, FL, 33572
Emailspineability@gmail.com
Phone(813) 938-7500
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Scientific References

  1. PubMed (PMID: 31318441) - Samuels et al. report that a six-session course of HIFEM (Emsella) significantly improved stress urinary incontinence symptoms and quality-of-life scores in adult women.
  2. PubMed (PMID: 33012013) - Berenholz et al. demonstrate sustained reductions in pad use and leakage episodes after a HIFEM chair protocol in women with stress and mixed incontinence.
  3. PubMed (PMID: 33094499) - Lin et al. found that HIFEM pelvic floor stimulation improved continence outcomes and quality of life in men following radical prostatectomy.
  4. National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases - NIDDK patient guidance summarizes prevalence, risk factors, and first-line behavioral and device-based options for adults with bladder control problems.
  5. BTL Aesthetics - Device manufacturer overview of Emsella, including FDA clearances for stress, urge, and mixed urinary incontinence in women.