Believe it or not, sexual wellness is closely linked to how well the body functions, and one of the most important, yet overlooked contributors to improved intimacy is the pelvic floor. Pelvic floor muscles support the bladder and reproductive organs, but they also play a vital role in arousal, sexual sensation and orgasms in both men and women. The pelvic floor muscles are not to be underestimated when it comes to improving erectile function either.
Sexual wellbeing is an important part of overall health and quality of life. Strengthening the pelvic floor helps restore the physical foundations that support comfort, confidence and intimacy. At Manor Health we regularly support clients who experience changes in intimacy linked to pelvic floor weakness, often without realising that this muscle group may be the underlying cause.
How a Weak Pelvic Floor Can Affect Sexual Wellness
Having a weak pelvic floor can affect many areas of intimacy like sexual discomfort, reduced sensation and loss of confidence during intimacy.
For women, this may include reduced sensation during sex, leading to less enjoyment and arousal, vaginal laxity and difficulty reaching orgasm (female orgasmic dysfunction). For men, a weak pelvic floor is associated with a difficulty achieving or maintaining erections, reduced rigidity and endurance, and erectile dysfunction.
Unfortunately, many men and women often assume this is a psychological problem, or an inevitable part of ageing and have come to accept this as the norm, however we want to stress that this does not have to be the case! These symptoms are so common amongst many and can be improved.
Why Pelvic Floor Strength Matters for Orgasms and Erections
During arousal and orgasm, the pelvic floor muscles contract rhythmically and help regulate blood flow to the genital area. When these muscles are stronger and better coordinated, sensations are much more enhanced, meaning orgasms will feel more intense. Stronger pelvic floor muscles will also support blood flow for erectile support and improved control.
How to Strengthen Pelvic Floor Muscles Effectively
While pelvic floor exercises can be helpful, many people struggle to activate the correct muscles or remain consistent. This has increased demand for a pelvic floor strengthening device that can deliver deeper, more effective muscle stimulation.
Emsella Treatment at Manor Health, Leeds
Emsella is a non-invasive treatment that uses high-intensity electromagnetic technology to stimulate thousands of deep pelvic floor muscle contractions in a single session.
The Emsella chair activates the pelvic floor whilst clients are fully clothed, simply sit on the chair and relax! The treatment is comfortable, non-invasive and painless. By strengthening the pelvic floor, Emsella treatment supports improved pelvic floor sexual function, reduces sexual discomfort, enhances orgasm quality and provides support for erectile dysfunction alongside other treatments.
The Manor Health clinic is located in Rodley, Leeds and welcomes clients across West Yorkshire and surrounding areas. If you’re in the area, we’d love to chat with you and see how we can support your pelvic floor journey or other wellness, body or skin treatments.
