Gazelle™ Pelvic Chair in Clearwater, FL Bladder leakage treatment without surgery
Tired of leaking when you laugh, sneeze or exercise? Gazelle™ Clearwater offers the Gazelle™ pelvic chair. It uses ExMI, the original FDA-cleared magnetic pelvic floor technology, to strengthen your pelvic floor while you sit fully clothed. No surgery. No medication. No downtime.
Takes 2 minutes · Fully clothed treatment · No obligation
- FDA-cleared technology
- Stay fully clothed
- Nothing internal
- No downtime
Are bladder leaks running your life?
Most women never call it “incontinence.” They just quietly work around it, one habit at a time. Tap any that sound familiar.
0signs checked. You're not alone, and you don't have to just live with it. The most common cause is weak or poorly coordinated pelvic floor muscles, and muscles can be retrained.
If you checked even one, you're not alone, and you don't have to just live with it. The most common cause is weak or poorly coordinated pelvic floor muscles, and muscles can be retrained.
Book my consultationWhat causes bladder leakage?
Your pelvic floor is a group of muscles that works like a hammock at the bottom of your pelvis. It supports your bladder and other pelvic organs, and it tightens around the urethra every time you cough, lift or laugh. When those muscles weaken or stop working together, pressure or a sudden bladder squeeze pushes urine out.
The pelvic floor can weaken because of
- Pregnancy and childbirth, especially vaginal delivery
- Menopause and changing hormone levels
- Natural muscle loss with age
- Years of high-impact exercise or heavy lifting
- Chronic cough, constipation or straining
- Extra weight pressing on the bladder
- Previous pelvic surgery, such as a hysterectomy
The three types of bladder leakage
“I can't hold it when I move.”
Pressure on the bladder causes leaks, from a cough, sneeze, laugh, jump or lifting something heavy.
“I have to go right now.”
The bladder muscle squeezes before it should, so you feel a sudden, intense urge and may leak before you reach the bathroom. Running water, coffee, alcohol or cold weather can set it off. When this happens often, day and night, it's also called overactive bladder.
Both at once.
It's common after childbirth and in midlife.
How the Gazelle™ pelvic chair works
The Gazelle™ uses ExMI (Extracorporeal Magnetic Innervation). “Extracorporeal” means from outside the body, and “innervation” means activating the nerves that control a muscle. A coil in the seat sends pulsed magnetic energy through your clothing, up to 4 inches into the pelvic floor. It reaches the nerves that control those muscles and triggers deep, involuntary contractions.
These are supramaximal contractions, stronger than you could produce yourself with a Kegel. That repeated contract-and-release strengthens the muscles and retrains the brain-to-muscle signals behind bladder control. This process is called neuromuscular re-education.
What makes Gazelle™ different
The original technology
ExMI was the first chair-based magnetic pelvic floor technology to receive FDA 510(k) clearance, in 1998 (K973096). Gazelle™ is built on that original platform.
Tailored to you
Your provider can use preset protocols for stress, urge or mixed leakage, or adjust frequency and intensity to your comfort and goals.
Built for a steady, focused field
The chair's engineered coil assembly and built-in cooling help keep stimulation consistent from the first minute to the last.
Five frequencies, full depth
Gazelle™ treats at 2, 10, 23, 34 and 50 Hz. Lower frequencies reach deeper muscle layers, and higher frequencies work closer to the surface. Each session pairs two frequencies, so both deep and superficial pelvic floor muscles get worked.
Backed by more than 25 years of research
Magnetic pelvic floor stimulation has been studied since the mid-1990s. Like any treatment, results vary from person to person. Your provider can walk you through what the research shows for your situation.
- 1999 Galloway et al., Urology. An early clinical study of seated magnetic therapy in women with stress incontinence.
- 2000 Fujishiro et al., Urology. A placebo-controlled trial of magnetic stimulation for stress incontinence.
- 2020 Weber-Rajek et al., BioMed Research International. A randomized trial comparing pelvic floor muscle training with ExMI for stress incontinence.
What to expect at Gazelle™ Clearwater
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Consultation
We review your symptoms and health history and confirm Gazelle™ is a safe fit for you.
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Treatment
You sit on the chair fully clothed. We choose the protocol for your type of leakage and set a comfortable intensity. You'll feel tingling and rhythmic tightening, and hear a steady tapping sound as the pulses fire.
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About 22 minutes in the chair
That's two 10-minute treatment rounds with a 2-minute rest in between.
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Back to your day
No recovery time. Drive yourself home or go straight back to work.
Typical plan: 3 sessions a week for 8 weeks
That's 24 sessions. Afterward, many patients keep their results with a short maintenance round, 3 sessions in one week, every 3 to 6 months.
Comparing your options for bladder leakage
Gazelle™ can also be used alongside physical therapy or Kegels. We'll help you choose the approach that fits you best.
| Option | Pros | Cons |
|---|---|---|
| Pads and liners | Easy, immediate | Ongoing expense. Doesn't treat the cause |
| Kegels at home | Free | Hard to do correctly. Most people manage about 25 a minute, and results depend on daily effort |
| Pelvic floor physical therapy | Hands-on guidance | Frequent visits. Can involve internal exams |
| Bladder medication | Can calm urgency | Possible side effects. Doesn't build muscle |
| Surgery | Structural support | Anesthesia, recovery time and surgical risks |
| Gazelle™ pelvic chair | Clothed, non-invasive, no downtime. Contractions stronger than a Kegel, thousands per session | Takes a series of sessions over about 8 weeks |
Is the Gazelle™ chair right for you?
Gazelle™ may be a good option if you're a woman who:
- Leaks with coughing, sneezing, laughing, lifting or exercise
- Has sudden urges, goes to the bathroom often or wakes up at night to urinate
- Noticed bladder changes after pregnancy or during menopause
- Wants to avoid surgery or daily medication
- Hasn't gotten results from Kegels
Safety first
Because Gazelle™ uses a magnetic field, it isn't used if you:
- Are pregnant
- Have a pacemaker, defibrillator, spinal stimulator or other implanted electronic device
- Have a copper or other metal IUD (hormonal IUDs are generally fine)
- Have metal implants that aren't titanium, such as older joint replacements, plates or screws
- Have atrial fibrillation (Afib)
- Have an active pelvic cancer
We'll review your health history before your first session. Tell us about any implant or device, even if you're unsure what it's made of.
Not sure if you qualify?
Call (727) 219-2475 and we'll review your health history with you.
Why choose Gazelle™ Clearwater
A calm, private setting for a treatment most women never thought they could talk about.
- Nothing to undress, nothing internal
- You stay fully clothed, with no probes, wires or skin contact.
- Nothing to remember
- The chair does the work, so there are no daily exercises to keep up with.
- A plan built around you
- We match your protocol to your type of leakage and adjust it as you progress.
- Care you can trust
- Clearwater Medical Group oversees every Gazelle™ treatment plan. [Provider Name], [Credentials] Medical director, Clearwater Medical Group
- Close to home
- 2641 McCormick Dr Ste 101, Clearwater, FL 33759, serving Clearwater and nearby communities.
What our patients say
I have a new lease on life now that I’m not worried about wearing adult diapers to the gym. I thought I was doomed to a life sentence of incontinence but now I feel free to live like I did years ago.
I had increasing trouble with incontinence, even when walking. Carrying even light weights would cause a flow. After just two treatments, I noticed significant improvement. Over the course of treatment, the vast improvement was a great encouragement.
No more leaking while walking. If I have emptied my bladder recently, I can even carry weight without leaking.
Individual results vary.
Your story could be next.
Find out in one visit whether the Gazelle™ chair is right for you. Takes 2 minutes to book, with no obligation.
Gazelle™ pelvic chair FAQs
Quick answers to what women ask us most. Still have a question? We're happy to talk it through.
Call 727-205-2480What is the Gazelle™ pelvic chair?
A non-invasive pelvic floor chair built on ExMI, an FDA-cleared electromagnetic pelvic floor stimulation technology (510(k) K973096) indicated for treating urinary incontinence. You sit fully clothed while magnetic pulses strengthen and retrain your pelvic floor muscles.
What does it cost?
Pricing depends on the treatment plan that fits your needs. We'll give you exact pricing at your consultation and walk you through your payment options, with no obligation.
What does it feel like?
Most women feel tingling and a strong, rhythmic tightening of the pelvic floor. Some can even see their lower belly contract. It feels unusual at first, but it shouldn't hurt, and we can adjust the intensity at any time.
Do I need to undress?
No. You stay fully clothed the whole time. The magnetic field passes through clothing.
How many treatments will I need?
The standard plan is 3 sessions a week for 8 weeks, 24 sessions in all. Many patients feel stronger around the halfway point. The second half helps lock in the new muscle strength and control.
Does insurance cover it?
Gazelle™ is usually a self-pay treatment. We'll go over pricing and payment options at your consultation.
Are there side effects?
The most common is mild muscle soreness, like after a workout, which usually goes away on its own. Gazelle™ doesn't use ionizing radiation.
Is it loud?
You'll hear a steady tapping or buzzing as the magnetic pulses fire. That's normal. It's much quieter than an MRI.
How long does a session take?
About 22 minutes in the chair: two 10-minute rounds with a 2-minute rest in between.
What if I miss a session?
Book the next available time and keep going. Consistency matters, but one missed session won't undo your progress.
How soon might I notice a difference?
It varies. Some women notice changes within the first few weeks, and many notice clear improvement by mid-program. Age, health conditions and some medications can slow progress.
How is Gazelle™ different from Kegels?
Most people can do about 25 Kegels a minute, often with poor form. Even Gazelle™'s lowest setting delivers about 120 contractions a minute, each stronger than a voluntary squeeze, with no guesswork.
Will it affect sensation?
No. Gazelle™ strengthens and retrains muscles and nerves. It doesn't numb or damage tissue.
Is there any downtime?
No. You can drive, work and exercise right after your session.
How long do results last?
Like any muscle, the pelvic floor needs upkeep. Most patients do a maintenance round of 3 sessions in one week, every 3 to 6 months. Staying active helps too.
Can I use Gazelle™ after having a baby?
Yes, once your doctor clears you after delivery. Gazelle™ isn't used during pregnancy.
Where can I get Gazelle™ treatment near Clearwater?
At Gazelle™ Clearwater, 2641 McCormick Dr Ste 101, Clearwater, FL 33759. Call 727-205-2480 to schedule.
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