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Pelvic Floor Therapy in South Africa: Treatment for Postpartum Incontinence and Sexual Health
Pelvic floor health is one of the most important and least discussed aspects of overall wellbeing. For many women and men in South Africa, pelvic floor weakness affects bladder control, confidence, relationships and quality of life.
Conditions such as postpartum urinary incontinence, pelvic muscle weakness and sexual dysfunction are common.
However, they are not something you simply have to live with.
With modern, non-invasive solutions such as Pelvic Chair therapy, thousands of South Africans are restoring strength, control and confidence.
Why Pelvic Floor Health Matters
The pelvic floor is a group of deep muscles that support the bladder, bowel and reproductive organs. These muscles play a vital role in:
- Bladder and bowel control
- Sexual function in both women and men
- Core stability
- Postpartum recovery
- Overall comfort and confidence
When pelvic floor muscles weaken or become uncoordinated, symptoms may include:
- Urinary leakage when laughing, sneezing or exercising
- Sudden urgency to urinate
- Waking multiple times during the night
- Pain or discomfort during intimacy
- Reduced sexual sensitivity
- Erectile difficulties in men
Many people assume these symptoms are a normal part of ageing or childbirth. While they are common, they are treatable.
Postpartum Incontinence in South Africa
Research shows that more than one in four women experience urinary incontinence after giving birth. Despite how widespread it is, postpartum incontinence is often not openly discussed.
For many mothers, symptoms include:
- Small leaks when coughing or laughing
- Avoiding exercise due to fear of leakage
- Planning outings around bathroom access
- Interrupted sleep
- Reduced confidence and intimacy
Studies confirm that urinary incontinence significantly affects quality of life. It can impact emotional wellbeing, relationships, physical activity, and even professional life.
One mother describes the experience in the following way:
“It affects almost every aspect of your life and makes things like running, jumping and playing with your children impossible.”
The important message is this: postpartum urinary incontinence is common, but it is not something women have to accept permanently.
What Is Pelvic Chair Therapy?
Pelvic Chair therapy is a non-invasive pelvic floor treatment that uses high-intensity electromagnetic stimulation to strengthen weakened muscles.
During a 30-minute session, the specialised chair delivers over 11,000 supramaximal muscle contractions. This is equivalent to performing thousands of Kegel exercises correctly, without effort or discomfort.
You remain fully clothed during treatment, making it discreet and convenient.
The Benefits of Pelvic Chair Therapy
- Strengthens pelvic floor muscles
- Improves bladder control
- Reduces urinary leakage
- Supports postpartum recovery
- Enhances sexual sensation and responsiveness
- Assists men experiencing erectile dysfunction linked to pelvic weakness
- Improves overall quality of life
Unlike traditional pelvic floor exercises, which many people perform incorrectly or inconsistently, electromagnetic stimulation ensures deep, targeted muscle activation.
The Link Between Pelvic Floor Strength and Sexual Health
Pelvic floor muscles play a crucial role in sexual wellbeing for both women and men.
When these muscles are weak, individuals may experience:
- Vaginal dryness or discomfort
- Lowered sensitivity
- Reduced intensity during intimacy
- Erectile challenges
- Loss of confidence
When pelvic strength improves, sexual responsiveness and satisfaction often improve as well. This not only supports physical health but also strengthens emotional connection between partners.
Chrismari de Kock, founder of Pelvic Care, explains:
“Sometimes confidence and intimacy are not about relationships lacking love. They are about people not feeling at ease in their own bodies. When comfort returns, connection follows.”
From One Mother’s Recovery to 22 Branches Nationwide
Pelvic Care was founded by Chrismari de Kock, a mother of four who personally struggled with postpartum urinary incontinence.
After years of disrupted sleep, avoiding exercise and living with constant anxiety about leakage, she discovered pelvic chair treatment.
“After my sessions on the chair, I remembered what it felt like before. I could not believe how many years I spent living a restricted life,” she says. In April 2024, she opened the first Pelvic Care practice in Cape Town.
In just 19 months, Pelvic Care expanded to 22 locations across South Africa, making advanced pelvic floor therapy accessible nationwide.
Her mission remains clear: women deserve better postpartum care, and men deserve solutions that restore confidence and function.
Real Results, Real Freedom
Across the country, our clients report that they are:
- Sleeping through the night without interruption
- Returning to exercise and physical activity
- No longer planning every outing around bathroom access
- Experiencing improved intimacy
- Feeling renewed confidence
One mother shares:
“No more going to the bathroom every hour. No more getting up four to six times per night. No more worrying about long road trips. I feel like myself again.”
For many people, pelvic floor therapy restores more than muscle strength. It restores freedom.
Where to Access Pelvic Floor Therapy in South Africa
Pelvic Chair electromagnetic therapy is available at Pelvic Care branches nationwide.
Our branches support men and women experiencing postpartum urinary incontinence, stress incontinence, pelvic floor weakness, sexual health challenges and erectile dysfunction linked to pelvic muscle weakness
If you are searching for pelvic floor therapy in South Africa, postpartum incontinence treatment, or a non-invasive solution for bladder control, contact Pelvic Care to determine suitability.
To find a branch near you visit our location map or book here.
