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If you’re looking for innovative new services to add to your health club – either as part of the core offering or as an upsell – consider pelvic floor training. Julie Cramer outlines the options


With an ageing population, pelvic health has never been more important, with early interventions preventing issues for people of all ages and physiologies.

Thousands of people suffer from weak pelvic floor muscles, which can result in conditions such as sexual dysfunction, urinary incontinence and pelvic pain, as well as prolapse.

While Kegel exercises have been a traditional method of tackling the problem, there’s now a new generation of tech-driven, non-invasive treatment chairs that deliver the same or better improvements in a shorter period of time.

Using magnetic stimulation, these deliver thousands of powerful muscle contractions in each session. Compact and aesthetically appealing, they require no staff to be present once they’re set up, allowing for a potentially high throughput of customers each day.

We talk to two pelvic chair suppliers to find out how the equipment can deliver results for health club and wellness customers.

Lutfiye Ibrahim

Lutfiye Ibrahim / Opatra

Lutfiye Ibrahim, Opatra   

The Pelvio Chair by Opatra is a professional, non-invasive medical device designed to support pelvic floor rehabilitation and muscle strengthening. It’s compact and ergonomically designed, and provides clients with comfortable 30-minute sessions.

Recommended as a course of six treatments, the Pelvio Chair delivers effective, evidence-based support for pelvic health.

What’s the price?

The Pelvio is priced at £10,000 + VAT, with flexible financial options available, including leasing plans to help spread the cost.

Once the machine settings are selected, the chair operates automatically and requires no supervision

How much space does it need?

The chair is a compact, armchair-sized piece of equipment that fits easily in a smaller space or treatment room. For client privacy, we recommend placing the Pelvio chair in a quiet space, private room or curtained area.

How often should treatments be scheduled?

The six treatment sessions can be scheduled once or twice a week over a period of three to six weeks, allowing gradual muscle building and effective strengthening of the pelvic floor.

Tell about staffing

Once the machine settings are selected, the chair operates automatically and requires no ongoing staff supervision during the treatment.

Comprehensive training is included in the cost of the equipment, covering each function of the Pelvio chair and providing guidance on different health concerns, along with recommended treatment protocols for different populations.

What’s the throughput?

The Pelvio has a high treatment throughput, with each session lasting around 30 minutes, plus brief setup time. Operators can comfortably accommodate up to eight to 10 clients per day per chair, making it an efficient and practical addition to any treatment schedule or wellness offering.

Which operators do you work with?

One of our valued clients, CPASE, operates within the private health and fitness industry (www.HCMmag.com/CPACE).

More: www.opatra.com

Woman sitting on Opatra chair
The chair offers a high treatment throughput Opatra
Lisa Slavova
Lisa Slavova / PontMed
Lisa Slavova, PonteMed

Pelvix Chair

When I joined PonteMed, I quickly realised how often pelvic floor health is overlooked in fitness. We talk about core strength and stability, yet rarely focus on the muscles that make it possible.

PonteMed’s Swiss-designed Pelvix Chair helps people activate those deep muscles using magnetic stimulation – all while sitting comfortably and being fully clothed.

In 20 minutes, users experience thousands of muscle contractions, improving strength, continence and posture. It’s non-invasive, supported by clinical research and suitable for everyone from athletes to those in rehabilitation. For me, it bridges medical innovation and everyday wellbeing in a way that truly changes lives.

In 20 minutes, users experience thousands of muscle contractions, improving strength, continence and posture

What throughput does it have?

No cool-down time is required, so the Pelvix Chair can run back-to-back sessions every 20-30 minutes, maximising user throughput and operational efficiency. 

What’s the price?

We offer flexible leasing and pay-per-use options.

How much space does it need?

It still surprises people when I tell them the chair needs only 4 sq m, which is less than the space of a yoga mat.

How often should treatments be scheduled?

Two to three sessions a week complement any training routine, enhancing core strength, stability, and overall athletic performance.

Does the chair need a private space?

The Pelvix Chair doesn’t require a private room, but a semi-private or quiet corner works perfectly.

That said, placing it where others can see often sparks curiosity. It’s amazing how many people ask, “What’s that chair everyone’s smiling about?” Visibility turns intrigue into bookings, making it both practical and a great conversation starter.

Many clubs find it fits naturally in recovery or wellness areas, blending discretion with inspiration.

Tell about staffing

The chair is flexible – it can be fully self-managed or staff-assisted.

It has a card system that works like a health club membership, offering easy access, quick setup and maximum efficiency for both users and operators.

Staff training is simple and fully-supported. Our team provides hands-on onboarding to ensure everyone feels confident using the chair safely and effectively. We also offer ongoing support, refresher training and marketing materials, so operators are never on their own and we’re partners in their success.

The Pelvix Chair isn’t just another piece of kit, it’s a quiet revolution in wellbeing and business growth. It elevates the member experience, supports lasting results and sets clubs apart with something truly distinctive.

More: www.PonteMed.com

Man on Pelvix Chair
Placing the chair where other can see it sparks interest from members Dragan Dok / PontMed

 

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Seats of power

If you’re looking for innovative new services to add to your health club – either as part of the core offering or as an upsell – consider pelvic floor training. Julie Cramer outlines the options


With an ageing population, pelvic health has never been more important, with early interventions preventing issues for people of all ages and physiologies.

Thousands of people suffer from weak pelvic floor muscles, which can result in conditions such as sexual dysfunction, urinary incontinence and pelvic pain, as well as prolapse.

While Kegel exercises have been a traditional method of tackling the problem, there’s now a new generation of tech-driven, non-invasive treatment chairs that deliver the same or better improvements in a shorter period of time.

Using magnetic stimulation, these deliver thousands of powerful muscle contractions in each session. Compact and aesthetically appealing, they require no staff to be present once they’re set up, allowing for a potentially high throughput of customers each day.

We talk to two pelvic chair suppliers to find out how the equipment can deliver results for health club and wellness customers.

Lutfiye Ibrahim

Lutfiye Ibrahim / Opatra

Lutfiye Ibrahim, Opatra   

The Pelvio Chair by Opatra is a professional, non-invasive medical device designed to support pelvic floor rehabilitation and muscle strengthening. It’s compact and ergonomically designed, and provides clients with comfortable 30-minute sessions.

Recommended as a course of six treatments, the Pelvio Chair delivers effective, evidence-based support for pelvic health.

What’s the price?

The Pelvio is priced at £10,000 + VAT, with flexible financial options available, including leasing plans to help spread the cost.

Once the machine settings are selected, the chair operates automatically and requires no supervision

How much space does it need?

The chair is a compact, armchair-sized piece of equipment that fits easily in a smaller space or treatment room. For client privacy, we recommend placing the Pelvio chair in a quiet space, private room or curtained area.

How often should treatments be scheduled?

The six treatment sessions can be scheduled once or twice a week over a period of three to six weeks, allowing gradual muscle building and effective strengthening of the pelvic floor.

Tell about staffing

Once the machine settings are selected, the chair operates automatically and requires no ongoing staff supervision during the treatment.

Comprehensive training is included in the cost of the equipment, covering each function of the Pelvio chair and providing guidance on different health concerns, along with recommended treatment protocols for different populations.

What’s the throughput?

The Pelvio has a high treatment throughput, with each session lasting around 30 minutes, plus brief setup time. Operators can comfortably accommodate up to eight to 10 clients per day per chair, making it an efficient and practical addition to any treatment schedule or wellness offering.

Which operators do you work with?

One of our valued clients, CPASE, operates within the private health and fitness industry (www.HCMmag.com/CPACE).

More: www.opatra.com

Woman sitting on Opatra chair
The chair offers a high treatment throughput Opatra
Lisa Slavova
Lisa Slavova / PontMed
Lisa Slavova, PonteMed

Pelvix Chair

When I joined PonteMed, I quickly realised how often pelvic floor health is overlooked in fitness. We talk about core strength and stability, yet rarely focus on the muscles that make it possible.

PonteMed’s Swiss-designed Pelvix Chair helps people activate those deep muscles using magnetic stimulation – all while sitting comfortably and being fully clothed.

In 20 minutes, users experience thousands of muscle contractions, improving strength, continence and posture. It’s non-invasive, supported by clinical research and suitable for everyone from athletes to those in rehabilitation. For me, it bridges medical innovation and everyday wellbeing in a way that truly changes lives.

In 20 minutes, users experience thousands of muscle contractions, improving strength, continence and posture

What throughput does it have?

No cool-down time is required, so the Pelvix Chair can run back-to-back sessions every 20-30 minutes, maximising user throughput and operational efficiency. 

What’s the price?

We offer flexible leasing and pay-per-use options.

How much space does it need?

It still surprises people when I tell them the chair needs only 4 sq m, which is less than the space of a yoga mat.

How often should treatments be scheduled?

Two to three sessions a week complement any training routine, enhancing core strength, stability, and overall athletic performance.

Does the chair need a private space?

The Pelvix Chair doesn’t require a private room, but a semi-private or quiet corner works perfectly.

That said, placing it where others can see often sparks curiosity. It’s amazing how many people ask, “What’s that chair everyone’s smiling about?” Visibility turns intrigue into bookings, making it both practical and a great conversation starter.

Many clubs find it fits naturally in recovery or wellness areas, blending discretion with inspiration.

Tell about staffing

The chair is flexible – it can be fully self-managed or staff-assisted.

It has a card system that works like a health club membership, offering easy access, quick setup and maximum efficiency for both users and operators.

Staff training is simple and fully-supported. Our team provides hands-on onboarding to ensure everyone feels confident using the chair safely and effectively. We also offer ongoing support, refresher training and marketing materials, so operators are never on their own and we’re partners in their success.

The Pelvix Chair isn’t just another piece of kit, it’s a quiet revolution in wellbeing and business growth. It elevates the member experience, supports lasting results and sets clubs apart with something truly distinctive.

More: www.PonteMed.com

Man on Pelvix Chair
Placing the chair where other can see it sparks interest from members Dragan Dok / PontMed

 

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