FemiWand for Urinary Incontinence: Could It Help You Regain Your Confidence?
For many women, bladder leaks begin so gradually that they become part of everyday life.
Perhaps you’ve started crossing your legs before you sneeze, avoiding exercise classes, or making sure you always know where the nearest toilet is. You may even wear pads daily without ever mentioning it to anyone.
At LA LIPO, we regularly speak to women who tell us they thought urinary incontinence was simply something they had to accept after having children or during menopause.
The good news is that isn’t always the case.
Depending on the cause of your symptoms, there are treatment options available that can help improve bladder control and restore confidence without surgery.
What Is Urinary Incontinence?
Urinary incontinence means leaking urine when you don’t intend to.
While it’s incredibly common, it isn’t often talked about, leaving many women believing they’re the only person experiencing it.
The truth is that millions of women experience some form of bladder leakage throughout their lives, particularly following pregnancy, childbirth or hormonal changes during menopause.
The amount of leakage varies from person to person. Some women only notice it occasionally, while others find it affects their daily routine and confidence.
Different Types of Bladder Leakage
Not all urinary incontinence is the same.
The most common types include:
Stress Urinary Incontinence
This happens when pressure is placed on the bladder, such as when:
- Coughing
- Sneezing
- Laughing
- Running
- Jumping
- Lifting heavy objects
It is often linked with weakened pelvic floor muscles or reduced support around the bladder.
Urge Incontinence
This is a sudden, overwhelming need to urinate that can be difficult to control before reaching the toilet.
Some women experience one type, while others have a combination of both.
Understanding which type you have is important before considering any treatment.
Why Does Urinary Incontinence Happen?
Bladder leak can also be due to a number of reasons; these include:
- Pregnancy and childbirth
- Menopause
- Age-related tissue changes
- Pelvic floor weakness
- Previous pelvic surgery
- Excess body weight
- Chronic coughing
- High-impact exercise
Your clinician will review your history and symptoms to see whether what you are worried about may be appropriate treatment for you.
Could FemiWand Help?
For some women, yes.
If your symptoms are associated with reduced pelvic floor support or changes within the vaginal tissues, your clinician may discuss whether FemiWand is an appropriate treatment option.
FemiWand is not a drug that masks the symptoms; it supplies gentle controlled radiofrequency energy to warm the tissues of the vagina. Nanofat encourages your body to heal itself naturally; injecting unique fat signals collagen production over the next few weeks.
As collagen develops, the tissues may become firmer and better supported, which can help improve mild stress urinary incontinence in suitable patients.
Every woman is different, which is why treatment recommendations are always based on an individual assessment.
What Happens During Treatment?
FemiWand is a non-surgical treatment carried out in one of our private clinics.
A specially designed treatment probe is gently inserted into the vagina, where controlled radiofrequency energy is delivered to the surrounding tissues.
Treatment takes 30 to 40 minutes.
Most women describe the treatment as feeling comfortably warm rather than painful, and there is usually little or no downtime afterwards.
What Improvements Might You Notice?
Response to treatment varies from person-to-person and no treatment can be guaranteed.
But a woman who is a candidate for FemiWand may well see benefits like:
- Improved bladder control in daily activities
- Reduced leaking with coughing, laughing and exercising
- Increased vaginal tissue firmness
- Greater day-to-day confidence
- Reduced reliance on pads
Results develop progressively as collagen production increases through the weeks following treatment.
One Thing We Hear Time and Time Again
Many women wait years before seeking help.
Some quietly stop exercising.
Others avoid long journeys or social events.
Many adapt their lifestyle around their symptoms because they assume nothing can be done.
We understand these conversations can feel embarrassing, but urinary incontinence is far more common than many people realise.
Seeking advice doesn’t commit you to treatment. It simply helps you understand what’s causing your symptoms and whether there are options that may be appropriate for you.
Is FemiWand Right for Everyone?
Not always.
Urinary incontinence can have several different causes, and some require medical investigation or alternative treatments.
For example, bladder leakage caused by infections, neurological conditions, significant pelvic organ prolapse or certain bladder disorders may not be suitable for FemiWand treatment.
This is why every consultation begins with a full assessment before any recommendations are made.
Why Choose LA LIPO?
At LA LIPO, we believe every treatment starts with listening.
LA LIPO consultants take the time to understand your symptoms, answer your questions and explain your treatment options honestly.
If FemiWand is suitable for you, we’ll guide you through every step of the process. If another approach would be more appropriate, we’ll explain that too.
Our goal is to help you make an informed decision that feels right for you.
Book Your Consultation
If bladder leaks are affecting your confidence or quality of life, you don’t have to put up with them simply.
Book a consultation with LA LIPO to discuss your symptoms and find out whether FemiWand could be a suitable treatment option for you.
FAQs
Is urinary incontinence just a part of ageing?
Although bladder leakage becomes more common with age, it shouldn’t automatically be accepted as an inevitable part of getting older. An assessment can help identify possible causes and appropriate treatment options.
Can menopause cause bladder leakage?
Yes. Falling oestrogen levels during menopause can affect the tissues around the bladder and pelvic floor, contributing to urinary symptoms in some women.
Does FemiWand hurt?
Most women describe the treatment as feeling comfortably warm rather than painful. Your clinician will explain exactly what to expect during your consultation.
How long does treatment take?
Appointments usually last around 20 to 30 minutes.
How soon will I notice results?
Femiwand works by stimulating natural collagen production of the vaginal walls. Results develop gradually over the next few weeks.
Will I still need pelvic floor exercises?
Your clinician may recommend continuing pelvic floor exercises alongside treatment where appropriate, as they can complement one another depending on your individual circumstances.
