Can you get a six or four-pack after you’ve already got rock-hard abs? Can you tell me how many abdominal crunches you need to do? The time and effort put into exercise, and a healthy diet is necessary to achieve a defined physique. OR you can use Emsculpt, the world’s first muscle-building, and body-reshaping device. Twenty thousand crunches are roughly equivalent to one Emsculpt session.
Incorporating Emsculpt into your existing exercise routine is a great idea. Diagnostic imaging approaches like magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT), and ultrasound show muscle tone increases without surgical intervention. This machine has been approved by the Food and Drug Administration and can be used by anyone to strengthen and tone their abs, thighs, and arms.
Should You Consider Emsculpt?
Men and women already at, or very close to, their ideal weight are the best candidates. They recognize the significance of maintaining a healthy body, and therefore, they exercise frequently. They try to get defined through exercise, but something is still missing, and Emsculpt may be the answer.
Contractions during Emsculpt may be more uncomfortable for patients with scar tissue from surgeries like cesarean sections, abdominoplasties, or liposuction. These patients will be eligible for treatment once the abovementioned factors have been addressed.
To avoid receiving applications from people who do not meet these requirements, Emsculpt does not accept:
- providers of medical aid
- factors that increase the risk of bruising and bleeding
- Circulatory disorders
- cancerous tumor
- fever
- pregnancy
- Implantable cardiac pacemakers
- gadgets like pacemakers
- Pulmonary disease
- Metallic Insertions
- mechanical implant inserted into the uterus
- epilepsy
Patients with a higher BMI can still undergo the procedure and feel some degree of muscle strengthening; however, the fat will obscure any improvements in muscle definition. As a result, you won’t get as much muscle definition as you’d like.
How Emsculpt Works
High-intensity focused electromagnetic, or HIFEM, technology is used in Emsculpt to stimulate muscles at a deep level. Just one session on Emsculpt will cause your muscles to contract that many times. Nothing on your part is necessary for any of this to take place. The magnetic fields generated by Emsculpt can be used for therapeutic purposes, making it similar to a miniature, transportable MRI.
Researchers found that after using Emsculpt, subjects saw a 19% increase in muscle mass. Since fatty acids stored in muscle cells are released during muscle hypercontraction, this process increases fat burning by about 15%. The fat-burning effects of Emsculpt are secondary to the device’s immediate impact on the muscles. Those who participated in these studies were not overweight or otherwise unhealthily built.
No anesthetic is required for the procedure. The effectiveness of treatment is highly dependent on a robust muscular response. As the treatment is given, you will feel intense but tolerable muscle contractions in the affected area.
There are risks associated with Emsculpt procedures. Some possible adverse reactions include muscle pain, temporary muscle spasm, temporary joint or tendon pain, local erythema or skin redness, and decreased intramuscular fat.
Emsculpt Procedure
A minimum of four sessions is typically recommended, though this number can vary greatly depending on your objectives and BMI. Sessions last 30 minutes, and there should be at least two days between them. Getting the most out of your treatment requires seeing it through to the end. In as little as two weeks, you could see a difference; in the subsequent three months, you can expect to see even more refinement.
Although there is nothing special you need to do before the procedure, it is recommended that you drink plenty of water to avoid cramping. On days when you are receiving treatment, wear whatever you make feel most comfortable. Take off all metal, including watches, belts, bra wires, coins, and credit cards. Dress lightly as the weather is warm. Metallic fibers can interfere with your treatment, so leave your Lululemon leggings home. Any electronic devices, including but not limited to cell phones, watches, tablets, and computers, must be surrendered because the electromagnetic energy will heat metal and damage its components.
During treatment, you can expect to feel intense muscle contractions. Moderate difficulty. There will be no improvement in the patient’s condition until the pain has been eliminated. Nonetheless, not every patient can handle the maximum intensity. As long as abdominal cramping continues, the session will be beneficial. Thin-built patients may feel the sensation of abdominal contractions more strongly than those with a higher percentage of body fat in the abdominal region. Patients who are lighter in build may have more difficulty maintaining the total effort. You should go back to your regular activities and drink plenty of water after the session.
Recovery And Results
There is zero recovery time associated with the Emsculpt procedure because it is non-invasive. Expect to feel a little tired in the muscles after class. Most importantly, patients can return to their regular schedules without delay after receiving treatment. The likelihood of a positive treatment accomplishment can be diminished by factors such as tobacco use, excessive alcohol consumption, abnormal dietary patterns, and certain medications. Though no set diet must be followed, it is suggested that you prioritize healthy foods and drink plenty of water.
In a typical treatment plan, patients attend twice-weekly sessions for four weeks. Though initial effects could be noticed after just two weeks, the total impact typically doesn’t become apparent for another three months. Depending on their circumstances, some patients may need more than the initial number of sessions. The results vary widely between different people.
How Long The Results Lasts
Gains in muscle mass from Emsculpt can be maintained indefinitely with regular exercise even after treatment has ended. You may soon reach a point where no further appointments are necessary.
After your Emsculpt sessions, if you don’t commit to an exercise routine, you’ll need to get maintenance treatments every 6-12 months to keep the results you’ve achieved.
Muscle atrophy and loss of muscle tone resulting from a lack of physical activity. The human body is in a persistent state of struggle against the effects of gravity and the natural aging process. Everybody can benefit from sticking to an exercise routine that helps you reach and maintain your fitness goals. As most people can’t complete the required number of crunches in a single session, Emsculpt is typically purchased in 6-session packages.
Takeaway
Consider using Emsculpt to see if it meets your needs. Contact and schedule a consultation with one of our experts here at Pelle Dolce Aesthetics to review your concerns and create a tailor-made treatment plan and set of services.
