BTL Ultra Femme vs. CM Slim HIPEX Chair
What’s the Difference in Treating Urinary Incontinence?
Urinary incontinence affects millions of people—especially women after childbirth or during menopause—and for years, treatment options were limited to pads, pelvic floor exercises, or invasive surgery. But now, non-invasive technology is changing the game.
Two of the most talked-about options in this space are the BTL Ultra Femme and the CM Slim HIPEX Chair. Both are marketed as innovative, non-surgical ways to improve pelvic floor strength and treat urinary incontinence. But they work in very different ways.
If you’re trying to decide which treatment might be right for you—or just want to understand how they differ—this breakdown will help.
1. What They Are
BTL Ultra Femme: This is a radiofrequency-based treatment primarily known for vaginal rejuvenation. It’s part of BTL’s broader aesthetic and women’s health portfolio.
CM Slim HIPEX Chair: This is a high-intensity pulsed electromagnetic (HI-EMT or HIPEX) device. It uses electromagnetic stimulation to contract pelvic floor muscles—basically giving you a supercharged Kegel workout without you having to move.
2. How They Work
Ultra Femme:
- Uses radio-frequency (RF) energy to gently heat the vaginal tissue.
- Increases blood flow, collagen production, and tightens tissues.
- Focuses on vaginal canal and labia.
- Helps with mild urinary incontinence by improving tissue support around the urethra.
- Usually involves an internal probe and can also include external treatment (labia tightening).
CM Slim HIPEX Chair:
- You sit on a chair fully clothed.
- Electromagnetic pulses stimulate supramaximal contractions of pelvic floor muscles.
- Targets muscular weakness, especially the pelvic floor group, which is a core issue in stress urinary incontinence.
- One 30-minute session equals over 10,000-30,000 Kegel exercises.
- Completely non-invasive—no internal components
3. What They Treat
BTL Ultra Femme:
- Mild to moderate urinary incontinence (stress or mixed)
- Vaginal laxity
- Sexual dysfunction (by increasing sensitivity)
- Cosmetic concerns (labial tightening, improved appearance)
CM Slim HIPEX Chair:
- Stress urinary incontinence
- Pelvic floor weakness
- Postpartum pelvic floor recovery
- Also used for sexual wellness due to improved muscle tone
4. Treatment Experience
| Feature | Ultra Femme | CM Slim HIPEX Chair |
|---|---|---|
| Comfort | Warm sensation, some internal pressure | Feels like strong muscle contractions |
| Duration | 20–30 minutes per session | ~30 minutes per session |
| Downtime | None | None |
| Clothing | Requires undressing for internal probe | Fully clothed |
| Sessions needed | Usually 3–6 sessions | Typically 6–8 sessions |
5. Which One Is Better for You?
It depends on your needs:
- · If your incontinence is related more to tissue laxity, vaginal atrophy, or you’re also interested in cosmetic/vaginal rejuvenation benefits, BTL Ultra Femme might be a better fit.
- · If your main issue is pelvic floor muscle weakness (common after childbirth or due to aging), and you’re looking for a completely external, no-contact option, then the CM Slim HIPEX Chair is probably ideal.
We even recommend combining both for a more comprehensive approach—treating both muscle tone and tissue support.
Final Thoughts
Both BTL Ultra Femme and the CM Slim HIPEX Chair offer modern, non-invasive solutions to a problem that’s been too long stigmatised. They approach it from different angles—one through tissue remodelling, the other through muscle activation—but both can significantly improve quality of life.
