September is #SelfCareAwarenessMonth… so let’s get real, and talk about all aspects of women’s wellness & self care. Let’s get educated. Enlightened. And empowered when it comes to women’s intimate health and wellness.
Millions – literally, millions, of women around the globe suffer with common women’s health issues (such as vaginal dryness, loss of sensation, incontinence and changes in the appearance of their vulva) every single day… with many of these impacting their quality of life and self-confidence. These issues are extremely common as we age – even more so post child-birth, and during the peri/menopause… with 50% of adult women experiencing incontinence at some point during their lifetime. So why aren’t we talking about it more – and highlighting what can be done to help those suffering in silence?
Research suggests that those suffering with intimate health issues are more likely to suffer in silence than reach out to a medical professional… with urinary incontinence sufferers waiting on average 6.5 years before seeking help. That’s over half a decade suffering with lifestyle restricting issues rather than speak out. Which is not only upsetting to realise, but potentially a dangerous statistic too…as although in the majority of cases changes in our intimate & bladder health are harmless, they can also indicate dangerous underlying health issues. We need to open up conversations on these topics and banish the stigma surrounding them – it’s 2023 after all!
What can be done without having to go under the knife? Can we treat women’s wellness issues non-surgically, without downtime and pain? A common conception, once you get over the initial embarrassment of talking about these topics, is that treatment will be invasive, surgical, painful and costly. We spoke to Dr Mira Mubaied OBGYN to quash those concerns and discover that help is at hand for sufferers; with InMode Middle East’s ground-breaking EmpowerRF treatment.
What is EmpowerRF, Dr Mira? What are the stages & technologies within the treatment?
“EmpowerRF incorporates VTone for pelvic floor muscle stimulation, Morpheus8V for tissue remodeling, FormaV for vaginal rejuvenation and Morpheus8 for full-body remodeling; all delivering safe and effective results,” Dr Mubaied explains. “Treatments typically only take about half an hour, providing a practical option for women with busy schedules.”
What can EmpowerRF treat – why is it defined as a women’s wellness treatment?
“EmpowerRF is a non-invasive solution to address pelvic floor issues, urinary incontinence, discomfort / pain and vaginal rejuvenation,” says Dr Mubaied, “Helping promote renewed levels of self-confidence for the patient whilst massively improving the quality of their life.”
Does it hurt?!
“No,” confirms Dr Mubaied. “EmpowerRF treatments are comfortable and painless, allowing you to return to daily activities immediately after the procedure.”
“There is little to no downtime required, making EmpowerRF a convenient choice for women seeking effective treatments without interruption. The treatment is targeted, effective and fast-acting; addressing several areas of women’s intimate health simultaneously. Treating debilitating issues (such as urinary incontinence) for patients can completely overhaul their lifestyles and give them their control back… this technology is as empowering as its name suggests.”
On that note, how many treatments will I need – and how soon will I notice an improvement in symptoms?
“Results can be noticeable after just one session,” Dr Mubaied reveals, “But I typically recommend 2-3 sessions for optimal results. Your treatments are usually spaced a few weeks apart, allowing your body to respond effectively to the treatment and maximise the benefits.”
As the name suggests, EmpowerRF treatments are designed to empower women; giving them control back over issues such as urinary incontinence. Industry leaders InMode developed this cutting-edge platform noting a gap in the market for customisable women’s wellness treatments; combing handpieces and technology that can be utilised in a manner bespoke to your individual concerns. It’s a truly multi-functional platform; leveraging multiple technologies (including fractional coagulation, sub-necrotic heating and EMS) to treat a wide range of women’s wellness issues, including:
- Chronic pelvic pain
- Weak pelvic floor muscles
- Vaginal dryness / discomfort
- Urinary incontinence
- Reduced blood circulation
- Symptoms associated with the menopause
- Loss of volume & laxity in the area
Clinicians such as Dr Mira Mubaied are able to offer their patients quick, comfortable and targeted treatments to restore health, self-confidence and quality of life without having to go under the knife or wait months to see results. The future of women’s wellness is here, and we’re here for the empowerment this brings about!
