Expert Pelvic Health Care · Ottawa, ON
Pelvic health care that finally listens.
Expert pelvic health physiotherapy in Ottawa — designed around you. Whether you’re navigating postpartum recovery, pelvic pain, incontinence or menopause, our registered physiotherapists are here to help you feel confident and strong again.
What We Treat
Reclaim your strength and confidence.
Our pelvic health physiotherapy in Ottawa is one-on-one, unhurried and always tailored to where you are in life.
Prenatal
Pelvic girdle pain, exercise guidance & birth prep.
Postpartum
Recovery, core & pelvic floor rehab after birth.
Pelvic Pain
Chronic pain, tension & nerve-related discomfort.
Painful Sex
Dyspareunia, vaginismus & vulvodynia support.
Bladder & Bowel
Incontinence, urgency, frequency & constipation.
Menopause (GSM)
Dryness, irritation & urinary symptoms relief.
Period Pain
Dysmenorrhea & endometriosis-related pain.
Bladder Pain
Interstitial cystitis & bladder pain syndrome.
Now Available at Our Ottawa Clinic
11,000 kegels. 30 minutes. Fully clothed.
Introducing the iHeartKegels program powered by the BTL EMSELLA Chair — high-intensity focused electromagnetic (HIFEM) technology that triggers 11,000 powerful pelvic floor contractions in a single session. No undressing, no discomfort, no downtime.
- Health Canada & FDA Approved pelvic floor treatment
- Clinically validated by multiple peer-reviewed studies
95%
Report significant improvement
6
Sessions over 3 weeks
0
Downtime
required
Understanding the device
The EMSELLA Chair is a non-invasive treatment using High Intensity Focused Electromagnetic (HIFEM) technology. You remain fully clothed and simply sit comfortably while the chair does the work.
1. Sit Comfortably, Fully Clothed
No preparation, no undressing. You simply sit in the chair and relax during your 30-minute session.
2. HIFEM Energy Activates Your Floor
The chair delivers focused electromagnetic energy triggering 11,000 supramaximal pelvic floor contractions — far beyond what voluntary kegels can achieve.
3. Muscles Strengthen & Rebuild
These intense contractions strengthen and restore the pelvic floor muscles, improving strength, control, and function.
4. Leave Immediately After
Zero downtime. You can return to daily activities right away, including work, exercise, or errands.
Why it works
Real results for real concerns.
Bladder Leaks & Incontinence
Stress and urge incontinence — including leaks when you laugh, sneeze, jump, or exercise — are among the most common reasons women seek the chair.
Urgency & Frequency
Feeling like you need to rush to the bathroom constantly, or waking up multiple times at night, can be significantly reduced with a full treatment program.
Intimate Wellness
Pelvic Floor Strengthening
Whether recovering from childbirth, aging, or simply wanting to build pelvic floor strength proactively, the chair offers a highly efficient and clinically supported route.
Postpartum Recovery
Rebuild pelvic floor integrity after birth safely and effectively, accelerating the recovery timeline alongside physiotherapy-led care.
Menopause Support
Pelvic floor changes during perimenopause and menopause can be actively addressed — supporting strength, control, and comfort through every transition.
Who it's for
Is the EMSella® Chair right for you?
✓ You Are a Candidate If…
The Chair May Be Right for You
- You leak when you laugh, sneeze, cough, or exercise
- You experience bladder urgency or frequency throughout the day
- You wake up at night to use the bathroom
- You’re recovering postpartum and want to rebuild pelvic floor strength
- You’re going through perimenopause or menopause
- You want to proactively maintain pelvic floor health
- You’ve tried manual kegels with limited success or consistency
✗ You Are Not a Candidate If…
Important Exclusions
- You are currently pregnant
- You have a copper IUD in place
- You have metal implants in the pelvic region
- You have an electronic implant (e.g., pacemaker)
Not sure if you’re a candidate? Book a free 15-minute discovery call with our healthcare professional – we’ll help determine the right treatment path for you.
IHeartKegels Program
How does our treatment plan work?
Step 1: GET STARTED FOR FREE (15 minutes)
You start with a discovery call with our healthcare professional to understand if the Kegel Throne is right for you. If you are a candidate we can enroll you in our personalized treatment plan. Pro tip: ask about our free mini-session if you’d like to experience our throne. If you are not a candidate (e.g., if you are pregnant or have a copper IUD), we will discuss other ways we can be of help.
STEP 2: KICK-OFF WITH A VIRTUAL PELVIC FLOOR PHYSIOTHERAPY ASSESSMENT
Develop your own personalized treatment plan with a pelvic floor physiotherapist who help educate you and guide you. Once you complete your treatment sessions, you will meet again to understand will help understand and track your results.
STEP 3: BEGIN YOUR TREATMENT SESSIONS
Join us for 30 minutes, wear comfortable clothes and grab your favorite magazine with no down time necessary. Most treatment plans consist of 2 sessions a week for 3 weeks for 6 total sessions but you can personalize your plan with your physiotherapist.
STEP 4: DEBRIEF WITH YOUR PELVIC FLOOR PHYSIOTHERAPIST
Track your goals, stay educated and plan your quarterly maintenance sessions as required. Now go have fun!
Evidence-Based
Backed by the science.
The EMSella® Chair isn’t a wellness trend — it’s a clinically validated, peer-reviewed treatment supported by multiple published studies in medical journals. Our IHeartKegels program is built on this body of evidence.
Study 01
A Comparative Study on the Effects of High-Intensity Focused Electromagnetic Technology and Electrostimulation for the Treatment of Pelvic Floor Muscles and Urinary Incontinence in Parous Women
Study 02
Study 03
Safety and Efficacy of a Non-Invasive High-Intensity Focused Electromagnetic Field (HIFEM) Device for Treatment of Urinary Incontinence and Enhancement of Quality of Life
Our Practitioners
Your Ottawa pelvic health physiotherapy team
Our pelvic health physiotherapists help you move, feel and live better — at every stage of life.
Senior Registered pelvic health Physiotherapist
Hi, I’m Marie-Antoinette! I’m a physiotherapist with 20+ years of experience and advanced training in pelvic health. I provide compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to each woman’s unique needs, helping restore function, confidence, and quality of life.
Hi, I’m Marie-Antoinette! I’m a physiotherapist with 20+ years of experience and advanced training in pelvic health. I provide compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to each woman’s unique needs, helping restore function, confidence, and quality of life.
Registered pelvic health & Orthopedic Physiotherapist
I’m a Registered Physiotherapist specializing in pelvic health at Femade. I support women through pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and pelvic floor concerns with personalized, patient-centred care to help you feel strong and confident every day.
I’m a Registered Physiotherapist specializing in pelvic health at Femade. I support women through pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and pelvic floor concerns with personalized, patient-centred care to help you feel strong and confident every day.
Catherine Demeo NP-PHC, MSCP
Clinician & Menopause Society Certified Practitioner (MSCP)
Catherine Demeo is a Clinician and Menopause Society Certified Practitioner (MSCP) specializing in women’s sexual and pelvic health. She supports women through menopause, pain management, and urinary incontinence with compassionate, evidence-based care.
Catherine Demeo is a Clinician and Menopause Society Certified Practitioner (MSCP) specializing in women’s sexual and pelvic health. She supports women through menopause, pain management, and urinary incontinence with compassionate, evidence-based care.
Registered Physiotherapist (RPT, IDN)
I’m a pelvic health physiotherapist dedicated to supporting women through every stage of life. I help clients build strength and confidence through compassionate, evidence-based care for concerns like pelvic pain, incontinence, prolapse, and perinatal health.
I’m a pelvic health physiotherapist dedicated to supporting women through every stage of life. I help clients build strength and confidence through compassionate, evidence-based care for concerns like pelvic pain, incontinence, prolapse, and perinatal health.
Our approach
Whole-body care, tailored to you.
We treat the whole person — your body, your goals and your life stage — with evidence-based care that helps you get back to doing what you love.
- Private one-on-one 60-minute sessions
- Internal & external assessment options – your choice
- Tailored exercise & lifestyle plans you can actually do
- Care for every life stage: prenatal through menopause
- EMSella Chair sessions integrated into your physiotherapy plan
Ready to feel like yourself again?
If you’re ready to get started with pelvic health physiotherapy or the EMSella® Chair in Ottawa, please book online or call us at +1 613-722-1674.
If you have any further questions, our team is here to provide answers.
Not sure what type of treatment you need for your condition or symptoms? Consider a free discovery session, where our team can help to identify what modalities would be best suited to your condition, illness, or symptoms.
FAQs
Have questions? We’re here to help guide you through your care journey.
Book a free 15-minute discovery call to find the right practitioner for your needs.
EMSella Chair
How many kegels does one session produce?
Is the EMSella® chair Health Canada approved?
Yes. The EMSella® Chair is both Health Canada and FDA approved for the treatment of urinary incontinence and pelvic floor muscle strengthening. It is a fully regulated medical device — not a spa treatment.
Do I need to undress for treatment?
Am I a candidate for the EMSella® chair?
Most women are candidates. You are NOT a candidate if you are currently pregnant or have a copper IUD. Other exclusions include metal implants in the pelvic region and electronic implants such as a pacemaker. A free 15-minute discovery call with our healthcare professional will confirm whether the Kegel Throne is right for you.
How many sessions are in the program?
Most treatment plans consist of 6 sessions — typically 2 per week for 3 weeks. However, your plan is fully personalized with your pelvic floor physiotherapist based on your goals, symptoms, and response to treatment. Quarterly maintenance sessions are available after program completion.
How much does the IHeartKegels program cost?
The full IHeartKegels Treatment Program is $1,800 + HST and includes your virtual pelvic floor physiotherapy assessment, all 6 EMSella® sessions, and your post-program debrief. Maintenance sessions after program completion are $250 + HST each. Your initial discovery call is completely free.
Physiotherapy
Is this covered by my insurance?
Yes — pelvic health physiotherapy is claimed under physiotherapy through your extended health benefits.
Can I come during my period?
Absolutely. Your physiotherapist is comfortable with internal or external assessment during menstruation, based on your comfort.
How do I prepare for my first visit?
Nothing to prepare. Come as you are — wear something comfortable.
How often will I need to come in?
After your first session, your therapist will build a schedule that fits your goals, time and budget.
Not sure what you need?
Book a free discovery session and our team will help you find the right fit.