What is a normal prostate surgery recovery time?

Most men are discharged from hospital within one to three days after prostate removal surgery. The catheter is typically removed within one to two weeks. Physical activity restrictions usually lift around four to six weeks post-op. However, full prostate surgery recovery, particularly when it comes to regaining bladder control and sexual function, can take anywhere from several months to over a year. This is the part that catches many men off guard. The surgical wound heals relatively quickly, but the pelvic floor takes considerably longer, especially without targeted prostate surgery rehabilitation.

What types of urinary incontinence after prostate surgery does Emsella treat?

It's effective for stress incontinence (leakage triggered by coughing, sneezing, or standing), urge incontinence (sudden, difficult-to-control urgency), and mixed incontinence, all of which are common following prostate removal. These are the most frequently reported urinary symptoms during prostate surgery recovery, and Emsella addresses the underlying cause: a weakened pelvic floor.

How soon after prostate surgery can I start Emsella treatment?

Most men can begin Emsella sessions within about 2 months of prostate removal surgery, once cleared by their surgeon. The exact timing depends on your individual prostate surgery recovery timeline and how your body is healing. During your consultation at Newmarket Health & Wellness, we review your post-operative status and build a treatment plan that fits where you are in recovery.

Is Emsella covered by OHIP?

Emsella is not currently covered by OHIP. It is, however, one of the most accessible non-surgical options available for prostate surgery recovery. We discuss pricing transparently during your consultation, with no obligation to proceed. For many men, the cost compares favorably to ongoing pad purchases, medications, or the extended impact that unmanaged incontinence has on daily life.

Is the treatment painful or invasive?

Not at all. You remain fully clothed throughout every Emsella session. There are no needles, no probes, and no undressing. Most men describe a tingling or pulsing sensation as the pelvic floor muscles contract. It's unusual at first, but not painful. There's no recovery time afterward. Many men come in between errands and carry on with their day immediately after.

How many sessions will I need?

A typical course of treatment involves six sessions, scheduled twice per week over three weeks. That said, every man's prostate surgery recovery is different. Some see meaningful improvement after just a few sessions; others benefit from additional treatments depending on the severity of urinary incontinence after prostate surgery or the degree of pelvic floor weakness present. We reassess as you progress and adjust accordingly.

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Regain Control After Prostate Surgery

Life after prostate removal surgery can be harder than anyone prepared you for. For many men, it comes with leaking when standing up. Rushing to the bathroom and not always making it. Worrying about intimacy. These aren’t small things. They affect your confidence, your relationships, and how you feel every single day.

You’re not alone, and you don’t have to just live with it. At Newmarket Health & Wellness Center, we offer a discreet, clinically proven, non-invasive treatment to help men reclaim control, comfort, and dignity after prostate surgery.

Urinary Incontinence and ED After Prostate Surgery

Prostate removal surgery recovery doesn’t stop when you leave the hospital. For many men, the real challenge starts at home.

Bladder leakage is extremely common after prostate surgery. Up to 80% of men experience some degree of urinary incontinence right after the procedure. Some men deal with a few drops when they cough or stand. Others feel sudden urgency they can’t always control. Erectile dysfunction (ED) after prostate surgery is just as common and just as rarely talked about.

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The longer these issues go without focused, targeted treatment, the harder the road back becomes.

How Emsella Chair Supports Prostate Surgery Recovery

Emsella is an FDA-cleared, Health Canada-approved pelvic floor rehabilitation technology that delivers thousands of targeted muscle contractions in a single 28-minute session. This is far more than any manual exercise program could achieve. It’s one of the most effective tools available for men leakage treatment in Ontario, and it’s specifically well-suited for men recovering from prostate removal.

This treatment includes:

No needles

No undressing

No recovery time

You sit fully clothed in the Emsella chair while high-intensity focused electromagnetic (HIFEM) energy contracts the pelvic floor muscles, strengthening them and improving control.

Most men read, check their phone, or simply relax during treatment. Regaining bladder control after prostate surgery is a process, but with the right support, it moves significantly faster. Our team builds a personalized treatment plan around your prostate surgery recovery timeline, current symptoms, and goals.

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Why Non-Surgical Treatment Is the Right First Step

The surgery is behind you. What comes next should be simple, comfortable, and effective. Here’s why more men recovering from prostate removal are choosing pelvic floor physiotherapy and Emsella chair treatment at Newmarket Health & Wellness:

Complete privacy
You remain fully clothed throughout every session. No hospital gown, no exposure, no discomfort. Your appointment is handled with discretion from the moment you book.

Clinically proven results
In published clinical studies, the majority of men with post-prostatectomy incontinence saw significant improvement in leakage frequency and quality of life after a course of Emsella sessions.

Without any downtime
After your body has healed, this final phase helps maintain your health and prevent new issues from appearing. We schedule regular appointments to ensure overall well-being and address issues before they become severe conditions.

We understand this isn’t easy to talk about. That’s exactly why we’ve created a care environment where men can address these issues openly, professionally, and without embarrassment.

Prostate Removal Surgery Recovery FAQ

What is a normal prostate surgery recovery time?

Most men are discharged from hospital within one to three days after prostate removal surgery. The catheter is typically removed within one to two weeks. Physical activity restrictions usually lift around four to six weeks post-op. However, full prostate surgery recovery, particularly when it comes to regaining bladder control and sexual function, can take anywhere from several months to over a year. This is the part that catches many men off guard. The surgical wound heals relatively quickly, but the pelvic floor takes considerably longer, especially without targeted prostate surgery rehabilitation.
What types of urinary incontinence after prostate surgery does Emsella treat?

It’s effective for stress incontinence (leakage triggered by coughing, sneezing, or standing), urge incontinence (sudden, difficult-to-control urgency), and mixed incontinence, all of which are common following prostate removal. These are the most frequently reported urinary symptoms during prostate surgery recovery, and Emsella addresses the underlying cause: a weakened pelvic floor.
How soon after prostate surgery can I start Emsella treatment?

Most men can begin Emsella sessions within about 2 months of prostate removal surgery, once cleared by their surgeon. The exact timing depends on your individual prostate surgery recovery timeline and how your body is healing. During your consultation at Newmarket Health & Wellness, we review your post-operative status and build a treatment plan that fits where you are in recovery.
Is Emsella covered by OHIP?

Emsella is not currently covered by OHIP. It is, however, one of the most accessible non-surgical options available for prostate surgery recovery. We discuss pricing transparently during your consultation, with no obligation to proceed. For many men, the cost compares favorably to ongoing pad purchases, medications, or the extended impact that unmanaged incontinence has on daily life.
Is the treatment painful or invasive?

Not at all. You remain fully clothed throughout every Emsella session. There are no needles, no probes, and no undressing. Most men describe a tingling or pulsing sensation as the pelvic floor muscles contract. It’s unusual at first, but not painful. There’s no recovery time afterward. Many men come in between errands and carry on with their day immediately after.
How many sessions will I need?

A typical course of treatment involves six sessions, scheduled twice per week over three weeks. That said, every man’s prostate surgery recovery is different. Some see meaningful improvement after just a few sessions; others benefit from additional treatments depending on the severity of urinary incontinence after prostate surgery or the degree of pelvic floor weakness present. We reassess as you progress and adjust accordingly.

Ready to Have Your Pelvic Floor Assessed?

You’ve already done the hard part. Now let’s help you get your life back.
If you’re managing urinary incontinence after prostate surgery, dealing with ED after prostate surgery, or simply not recovering as quickly as you’d hoped, Newmarket Health & Wellness is here to help. Privately, professionally, and without judgment.

Contact us to book your confidential consultation today. Our team will review your prostate surgery recovery timeline, walk you through what to expect, and build a treatment plan designed around your goals.

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