Elvie - Pelvic Floor Fitness Tracker
Elvie is the world's smallest pelvic floor exercise tracker. Simply place inside and Elvie connects to an app that gives you feedback as you exercise and guides you through fun, five-minute workouts.
The ergonomic, discreet and portable tracker is designed with busy mums in mind - with personalized workouts developed by physiotherapists and experts from Imperial College and University of Oxford.
The pelvic floor is a powerful little set of muscles that works with your back and abs to hold up your core, playing an important role in supporting your pregnancy and childbirth. More than half of new mothers experience bladder control and pelvic floor problems - this is where Elvie comes in.
Featuring breakthrough technology, Elvie helps prepare the body for pregnancy, speed up recovery after childbirth and regain control. It uses force and motion sensors to measure pelvic floor movement, assisted by the app to help you visualize the exercises in real-time.
Unique features:
- Six unique exercises
- Four different levels - training, beginner, intermediate and advanced
- Elvie tracks and records workouts over time.
- Detailed in-app Help section
- New gold-standard pelvic floor biofeedback technology
- Data is stored securely without personally identifiable information
- Regular updates with new exercises and improved features
- Free downloadable app available in English, French, Spanish, Portuguese
FAQ
Elvie is made by Chiaro - a British technology company dedicated to developing better technology for women. Chiaro's CEO and co-founder Tania Boler came up with the idea for Elvie after she had her first baby. She was shocked to discover how this important part of post-natal care was being neglected and became passionate about bringing the best in medical technology to women around the world.
Why is Elvie important?
Hidden, but important, pelvic floor muscles lift and hold your pelvic organs, assist with bladder and bowel control, support your abdominal muscles and back. Pregnancy and childbirth can weaken these muscles, leading to problems in more than 1 in 3 women.
Why pelvic floor exercises matter
Pelvic floor exercise is recommended by health authorities around the world to prevent or treat pelvic floor problems improving symptoms in over 70% of cases.
When performed correctly, these gentle exercises:
- Prepare the body for pregnancy and help faster recovery from childbirth
- Develop and maintain muscle tone
- Regain or improve bladder control
- Improve confidence and emotional wellbeing
How should you exercise with Elvie?
We recommend exercising 3 times a week for 5 minutes a day. The portable carry case doubles as a charger meaning you can exercise anytime, anywhere. The exercises were designed with guidance from experts and with little effort, you can start seeing results in as little as two weeks.
Why is Elvie unique?
Elvie is the smallest pelvic floor exercise tracker available. Designed by women, for women, it is small, smart and discreet. Elvie sets a new standard in pelvic floor biofeedback technology and is endorsed by over 250 health and wellness professionals across the world.
How does Elvie work?
Elvie connects to an app that guides you through fun, five-minute workouts. Elvie's force and motion sensors measure pelvic floor muscle movement while the app visualises the exercise in real time. The app tracks your progress, corrects your technique and guides you through different training levels.
How to get started
Elvie works with iPhone and Android, requiring iOS7+ and Android 4.3. Download the app and set up your personal account. Elvie connects to the App via Bluetooth Low Energy.
Can Elvie be used during pregnancy?
You can use Elvie during pregnancy as long as you are not suffering from any complications. Every pregnancy is unique so if you are unsure, please consult your qualified medical professional before use. We recommend waiting until six weeks after birth before resuming use of your Elvie.
Can I use Elvie with an IUD?
Yes, you can use Elvie with an IUD (or coil). The tail of Elvie is the part that connects to your device, and this remains on the outside. Elvie is completely covered in medical grade silicone with no exposed parts and so is safe to use with the coil.
Can I use Elvie if I have a pelvic health condition?
If you have a pelvic health condition (e.g. prolapse or pelvic pain) we recommend you consult your qualified medical professional before purchasing Elvie.
What's in the box:
Pelvic floor exercise tracker
Carry case (doubles as a wireless charger)
Optional cover for custom sizing
Quick start guide
Micro USB charging cable
Technical Specs:
Compatibility
Compatible with iPhone and Android phones (4S and 4.3 and newer)
Material
Medical grade silicone
Battery Life
1 hour charge time, 1 month battery life
Dimensions
H80 x W35 x D30 mm
Device Weight
25g