HIFEM Electromagnetic Muscle Stimulation
Emsculpt Neo® Body Sculpting
Emsculpt Neo® is a non-surgical, non-invasive body contouring treatment that simultaneously builds muscle and helps eliminate fat cells using HIFEM (high intensity focused electromagnetic energy) and RF (radiofrequency) heating.
Radiofrequency (RF) Energy: The treatment area is heated by RF energy, which raises the temperature of fat cells to a level (between 42-44°C) that causes their permanent death (apoptosis). The body naturally flushes these dead fat cells out through its metabolic processes over the following weeks and months. The heat also warms the muscles, like a workout warm-up.High-Intensity Focused Electromagnetic (HIFEM) Energy: Simultaneously, HIFEM technology induces powerful, "supramaximal" muscle contractions that are not achievable through voluntary exercise. One 30-minute session can induce the equivalent of approximately 20,000 to 24,000 squats or sit-ups. This intense activity forces the muscle fibers to remodel and grow, increasing muscle mass and strength.
Who is a Candidate?
Emsculpt Neo® is best suited for individuals who are close to their ideal body weight but have stubborn fat pockets or desire more muscle definition. It is not a weight-loss solution for obesity.
There are certain medical conditions or situations that are contraindications for treatment with Emsculpt Neo®, such as epilepsy, or if you have metal implants. At Midwest Laser Centre, a medical screening is performed prior to treatment to ensure you are a candidate for the treatment.
Key Benefits and Results
Dual-action treatment: It is the only non-invasive technology that targets both fat and muscle in a single session.
Significant results: Clinical studies show up to 30% permanent fat reduction and a 25% increase in muscle mass in the treated areas. Individual results can be based on factors such as baseline fitness, lifestyle, nutrition, and how consistently you maintain healthy habits after treatment. Emsculpt Neo® works best when paired with ongoing exercise and balanced nutrition.
Targeted areas: It can be used on the abdomen and flank, buttocks, thighs (inner, outer, front, back), arms (biceps and triceps), and calves.
Diastasis recti improvement: It can improve the separation of abdominal muscles (diastasis recti) often experienced after pregnancy by an average of 19%.
Convenience: Each session lasts 30 minutes, and there is no downtime, allowing patients to return to their daily routines immediately.
Treatment DetailS
In preparation:
Drink plenty of water before and after your treatments.
Wear loose clothing free of any metal fibres (some underwear contain antimicrobial metal fibres – wear cotton underwear).
No creams or lotions on skin.
Jewelry and watches (all metal) must be removed prior to treatment
Let technician know if you have any metal implants/surgical hardware.
Sessions: A typical treatment plan involves six sessions, spaced a week apart.
Sensation: Applicators are placed on the target muscle groups. The procedure feels like an intense muscle contraction combined with a warming sensation like a hot stone massage.
It is generally not described as painful.
Female patients may experience increase in menstrual flow.
Mild local erythema (redness) in treatment area may last a few minutes to an hour.
Results Timeline: While some improvements might be felt immediately, visible results typically appear 2-4 weeks after the last session, with optimal outcomes seen around 6-12 weeks.
Maintenance: Fat cells are permanently eliminated. However, muscle gains are long-lasting but require maintenance through a healthy lifestyle, regular exercise, and occasional upkeep treatments (typically every 3-6 months) to sustain the results.
Common Questions
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Most clients start with 4 sessions spaced 7-10 days apart. Each session takes about 30 minutes. Maintenance sessions monthly or a series done every 8- 12 months helps preserve your results.
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Most of the time there is minimal discomfort, but some individuals may feel mild muscle soreness for a day or two, just like how you feel after an intense workout. There is no downtime, and you can return to your normal activities immediately after treatment.
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Yes, when you are a good candidate. HIFEM technology causes thousands of powerful muscle contractions in a single session, far more than you could achieve through exercise alone. In clinical studies, treatment of the abdomen increased muscle thickness and reduced fat in the treated area. Results begin to appear two to four weeks after your final session and continue to improve over the following months. HIFEM is not a weight loss treatment, and it works best for clients who are already close to their ideal weight and want more toning and definition.
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You may resume normal workouts immediately. Some mild muscle soreness is common but usually subsides within 1-2 days.
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No. Emsculpt Neo® helps with body recomposition, increasing muscle density and reducing fat in targeted areas, but will not result in weight loss.
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Fat cells are permanently eliminated, however if you gain weight, your remaining fat cells will enlarge. Muscle gains are long-lasting through, regular exercise, and with a healthy lifestyle, results can last 6-12 months. Maintenance sessions can help preserve results long-term.
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If you’re looking for a non-surgical way to tone muscles, trim stubborn fat, and enhance your overall physique, Emsculpt Neo® could be the perfect solution. It’s ideal for individuals who:
o Are close to their goal weight.
o Want to enhance muscle tone and definition.
o Prefer non-invasive treatments with no downtime.
o Are committed to maintaining a healthy lifestyle after treatment.
o Want to help boost endurance, stamina, and muscle tone, offering an edge in athletic performance.
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Yes, it can be combined with other body contouring treatments, such as Coolsculpting® to enhance results.
During your consult at Midwest Laser Centre, your technician may recommend complimentary procedures to meet your desired results.
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