The Pelvic Floor Electric Stimulator (PFES) is a device used to strengthen the muscles of the pelvic floor, which in turn can help improve bladder and bowel control. PFES works by sending electrical pulses to the pelvic floor muscles, which cause them to contract and relax in a rhythmic pattern. This type of stimulation helps to strengthen the pelvic floor muscles and can be used to help treat a variety of conditions, including urinary incontinence, fecal incontinence, and pelvic organ prolapse.
The PFES device is typically a handheld device that is connected to two electrodes which are placed on the skin of the pelvic floor muscles. The patient then adjusts the intensity and frequency of the electrical stimulation, as well as the duration of the stimulation session.