Safety and efficacy of a novel high‐intensity focused electromagnetic technology device for noninvasive abdominal body shaping

Jacob, Carolyn I.; Paskova, Katya

doi:10.1111/jocd.12779

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“…Another unique muscular benefit of HIFEM body contouring is a reduction in the distance between the large abdominal muscles. This outcome was observed in 91% of patients, regardless of whether diastasis recti was clinically present …”

Section: Magnetic Resonance Contouringmentioning

confidence: 89%

“…High‐intensity focused electromagnetic field received FDA approval in 2018 for contouring of the buttocks and abdomen. The treatment uses electromagnetic energy to stimulate supramaximal muscle contractions of approximately 20 000 pulses within one 30‐min session . The physiological mechanism behind both the adipose and muscular benefits is incompletely understood; however, current data suggest that these contractions trigger intensive lipolysis within fat cells, which releases a large volume of free‐fatty acids that damage surrounding adipose tissue .…”

Section: Magnetic Resonance Contouringmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…The strength of contractions can be adjusted from 0 to 100% with the Emsculpt ® (BTL Industries, Inc., New York, NY, USA) device and is increased to the highest level tolerated by the patient to yield optimal effects. Stimulation intensities of 90 to 100% are commonly reached and sustained by a majority of patients . The treatment is described as comfortable by most patients; however, some individuals report sensations of painful, gripping muscle contractions or brief electric shocks.…”

Section: Magnetic Resonance Contouringmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Subtle skin changes may be appreciated after one or two sessions, but considerable improvements should not be expected until at least 4 weeks after the last treatment. Three clinical trials found that HIFEM treatment significantly reduced patients’ abdominal waist circumference, adipose tissue thickness, muscle thickness and diastasis recti . Jacob and Paskova reported a 92% patient satisfaction with abdominal appearance 3 months after completing treatment.…”

Section: Magnetic Resonance Contouringmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Three clinical trials found that HIFEM treatment significantly reduced patients’ abdominal waist circumference, adipose tissue thickness, muscle thickness and diastasis recti . Jacob and Paskova reported a 92% patient satisfaction with abdominal appearance 3 months after completing treatment. Another study demonstrated HIFEM's ability to lift and tone the gluteal muscles; this leads to a significant improvement in buttocks appearance that was associated with a high degree of patient satisfaction .…”

Section: Magnetic Resonance Contouringmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Review of non‐invasive body contouring devices for fat reduction, skin tightening and muscle definition

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Non-invasive body contouring is a rapidly growing field in cosmetic dermatology. Non-invasive contouring devices improve the body's appearance through the removal of excess adipose tissue, particularly in areas in which fat persists despite optimal diet and exercise routine. The technology can also be used for skin tightening. This article reviews the five FDA-approved non-invasive body contouring modalities: cryolipolysis, laser, high-intensity focused electromagnetic field, radiofrequency and high-intensity focused ultrasound. These devices have emerged as a popular alternative to surgical body contouring due to their efficacy, favourable safety profile, minimal recovery time and reduced cost. Although they do not achieve the same results as liposuction, they are an attractive alternative for patients who do not want the risks or costs associated with surgery. When used appropriately and correctly, these devices have demonstrated excellent clinical efficacy and safety.

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Section: Magnetic Resonance Contouringmentioning

confidence: 89%

Section: Magnetic Resonance Contouringmentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Magnetic Resonance Contouringmentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Magnetic Resonance Contouringmentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Magnetic Resonance Contouringmentioning

confidence: 99%

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An overview of HIFEM technology in body contouring

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2020

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Background This review comprises a technology overview, clinical background, and applications of high-intensity focused electromagnetic technology (HIFEM). Methods The physiology, mechanism of action, and dynamics of HIFEM will be discussed and its action on muscle fibers and fat elucidated. Results Clinical applications, body areas treated, and treatment parameters will be reviewed. Conclusion Efficacy and safety results from multiple studies will be included.

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Clinical Study Demonstrates that Electromagnetic Muscle Stimulation Does Not Cause Injury to Fat Cells

2020

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Background and Objectives A previous pre‐clinical study on electromagnetic muscle stimulation (EMMS) suggested that fat cell apoptosis occurs following treatment in a porcine model. While EMMS can induce changes in muscle, the effect on fat tissue is not established. This clinical study sought to assess adipose tissue response to EMMS in comparison to cryolipolysis treatment. Study Design/Materials and Methods Study subjects were recruited prior to abdominoplasty to receive body contouring treatments and subsequently to obtain tissue for histological analysis. Non‐invasive abdominal treatments were delivered using a commercially available (n = 6) or prototype (n = 3) EMMS system or a cryolipolysis system (n = 2). Subjects received a single EMMS treatment (100% intensity for 30 minutes) or a single cryolipolysis treatment (−11°C for 35 minutes) to the abdomen. Superficial and deep (i.e., adjacent to muscle layer) subcutaneous adipose tissue was harvested at set timepoints post‐treatment. The presence or absence of an inflammatory response was evaluated using standard hematoxylin and eosin (H&E) staining. As adipocytes that are destined to become apoptotic cannot be distinguished by traditional H&E staining during the early phases of injury, irreversible fat cell injury was assessed using perilipin immunofluorescence. Results Following H&E histological analysis at 3, 10, 11, and 17 days post‐treatment, no EMMS‐treated samples showed an inflammatory response in either the superficial or deep subcutaneous adipose tissue. For the cryolipolysis‐treated adipose tissue, however, the H&E staining revealed a marked inflammatory response with an influx of neutrophils, lymphocytes, and macrophages at timepoints consistent with previous histological studies. Further, loss of perilipin staining provided clear visual evidence of irreversible fat cell injury in the cryolipolysis‐treated adipose tissue. In contrast, the electromagnetic muscle stimulation‐treated samples showed persistence of perilipin staining of adipose tissue indicating that all fat cells were viable. Conclusion This study failed to demonstrate either fat cell injury or inflammatory response following EMMS treatment. While electromagnetic muscle stimulation may non‐invasively induce muscle changes, this clinical study found no evidence of an impact injurious or otherwise on subcutaneous fat. © 2020 The Authors. Lasers in Surgery and Medicine published by Wiley Periodicals LLC

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Safety and efficacy of a novel high‐intensity focused electromagnetic technology device for noninvasive abdominal body shaping

Cited by 51 publications

References 22 publications

Review of non‐invasive body contouring devices for fat reduction, skin tightening and muscle definition

Review of non‐invasive body contouring devices for fat reduction, skin tightening and muscle definition

An overview of HIFEM technology in body contouring

Clinical Study Demonstrates that Electromagnetic Muscle Stimulation Does Not Cause Injury to Fat Cells

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