Building a stronger body is not always as simple as exercising more. An injury, muscle imbalance, prolonged inactivity, age-related changes, or difficulty activating a particular muscle group can make it harder to develop the strength and stability you need.
Pima Chiropractic is now offering EMSCULPT NEO, an advanced, non-invasive treatment designed to strengthen targeted muscles while also reducing localized fat. Each treatment takes approximately 30 minutes and requires no incisions or post-treatment downtime.
Whether your goal is to improve core strength, support your return to exercise, enhance muscle definition, or address stubborn areas that have not responded to your fitness routine, EMSCULPT NEO offers a new way to work toward a stronger and more defined body.
What Is EMSCULPT NEO?
EMSCULPT NEO combines two technologies in a single treatment:
High-Intensity Focused Electromagnetic technology, commonly called HIFEM, stimulates targeted muscles and produces thousands of powerful contractions during a treatment session.
Synchronized radiofrequency energy warms the treatment area and is used for non-invasive lipolysis, or the breakdown of localized fat.
Together, these technologies allow EMSCULPT NEO to strengthen and tone muscles while simultaneously targeting unwanted fat in appropriate treatment areas. The manufacturer reports average outcomes of up to a 25% increase in muscle and a 30% reduction in fat based on its clinical data. Individual results vary.
More Than a Body-Contouring Treatment
EMSCULPT NEO is often associated with more defined abdominal muscles and improved body shape. However, its ability to stimulate and strengthen muscle also gives it applications beyond appearance.
At Pima Chiropractic, the primary focus of EMSCULPT NEO is helping patients build functional strength that can support movement, stability, physical performance, and overall wellness.
Core Strength and Stability
Your abdominal muscles contribute to posture, balance, spinal stability, and the transfer of force between your upper and lower body. When these muscles are weak or difficult to activate, everyday movement and exercise can become less efficient.
EMSCULPT NEO can produce powerful abdominal contractions that target the core without placing the body through a conventional workout. This may be useful for people who want to:
- Strengthen and tone their abdominal muscles
- Improve core activation
- Support better posture and trunk stability
- Prepare for a return to regular exercise
- Supplement an existing chiropractic or rehabilitation plan
EMSCULPT NEO is not a replacement for appropriate movement, exercise, or rehabilitative care. Instead, it can be used as one component of a broader plan developed around the patient’s condition and goals.
Muscle Re-Education and Rehabilitation Support
Some muscles can become weak or underactive after injury, surgery, prolonged inactivity, or compensation for another physical problem. Even after pain improves, it may be difficult to properly engage those muscles during exercise.
EMSCULPT NEO is indicated under medical supervision for certain rehabilitative applications involving neuromuscular stimulation. Manufacturer-listed applications include muscle re-education, increasing local circulation, maintaining or increasing range of motion, and helping prevent or slow disuse atrophy.
Depending on the individual, the treatment may complement care for:
- Weak or underactive muscle groups
- Muscle imbalances
- Loss of strength following inactivity
- Returning to activity after an injury
- Improving neuromuscular activation
- Supporting an established rehabilitation program
A consultation is necessary to determine whether the technology is appropriate for a particular condition or stage of recovery.
Athletic Performance and Exercise Support
EMSCULPT NEO may also appeal to active patients who already exercise but want to strengthen a targeted area.
The treatment does not replace resistance training, cardiovascular exercise, mobility work, or proper nutrition. It may, however, supplement a fitness program by producing intense contractions in muscles that can be difficult to fully activate during a normal workout.
Depending on your goals, treatment may help support:
- Core strength and endurance
- Muscle activation
- Strength-training results
- Stability during athletic movement
- Muscle tone and definition
Body Sculpting and Muscle Definition
In addition to its functional applications, EMSCULPT NEO can be used for non-surgical body contouring.
The electromagnetic energy stimulates the targeted muscle fibers, while radiofrequency energy addresses localized fat in approved treatment areas. This combination can improve muscle tone and create a firmer, more defined appearance.
Potential aesthetic goals include:
- More visible abdominal definition
- A firmer and more toned abdomen
- Stronger, more defined arms or legs
- Lifted and toned buttocks
- Improved thigh definition
- A reduction in circumference in appropriate treatment areas
EMSCULPT NEO may be used on areas including the abdomen, flanks, buttocks, thighs, arms, and calves. The exact areas and technologies used will depend on your anatomy, skin type, health history, and treatment goals.
EMSCULPT NEO Is Not a Weight-Loss Treatment
EMSCULPT NEO is intended for targeted muscle strengthening and body contouring. It is not designed to treat obesity, produce significant weight loss, or provide the health benefits associated with losing weight.
The treatment is generally best suited for people who are near a stable body weight and want to improve a specific area of muscle tone, strength, or body composition. Maintaining regular physical activity and balanced nutrition can also help support longer-lasting results.
The FDA similarly distinguishes non-invasive body contouring from weight-loss treatment and notes that results may vary or be temporary.
What Happens During an EMSCULPT NEO Treatment?
Before beginning, the Pima Chiropractic team will discuss your goals, health history, and the area you would like to address.
During treatment:
- Applicators are positioned over the targeted area.
- The device gradually increases the intensity of the muscle contractions.
- You will feel the muscles contract repeatedly, along with warmth from the radiofrequency energy.
- The intensity can be adjusted according to your comfort and treatment plan.
Most patients describe the sensation as an intense workout combined with a warming feeling. The muscles contract strongly, but the treatment does not require needles, anesthesia, or incisions.
A session normally lasts approximately 30 minutes. Patients can typically return to work, exercise, and their usual daily activities immediately afterward.
How Many Treatments Will I Need?
A typical initial EMSCULPT NEO protocol includes four 30-minute treatments, usually scheduled approximately five to ten days apart.
Your recommended schedule may differ depending on:
- The area being treated
- Your starting muscle condition
- Whether your goals are functional or aesthetic
- Your response to treatment
- Your activity level and lifestyle
- Whether maintenance treatments are appropriate
Changes may develop gradually over the weeks following treatment as the muscles respond and the body processes affected fat cells. Some patients may benefit from periodic maintenance sessions.
Who May Be a Good Candidate?
EMSCULPT NEO may be appropriate for adults who want to:
- Build strength in a targeted muscle group
- Improve abdominal tone and core activation
- Address weakness following a period of inactivity
- Supplement rehabilitation or exercise
- Improve muscle tone and definition
- Reduce localized, stubborn fat
- Enhance their existing fitness results
Not every patient or treatment area is appropriate for EMSCULPT NEO. A consultation allows the provider to review your medical history, discuss realistic outcomes, and determine whether treatment can be performed safely.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is EMSCULPT NEO painful?
Most patients do not describe the treatment as painful. You will feel intense, repetitive muscle contractions and warmth in the treatment area. The sensation is commonly compared to a demanding workout.
Will I be sore afterward?
Temporary muscle fatigue or soreness may occur, much like the feeling after exercise. Experiences differ depending on the area treated and the intensity of the session.
Is there any downtime?
EMSCULPT NEO is non-invasive and normally requires no downtime. Most patients return to their regular activities immediately after treatment.
When will I notice results?
The timing varies. Some patients begin noticing changes during the weeks following their treatment series, while muscle and body-contouring results may continue to develop afterward.
How long do the results last?
Muscle strength and body-composition results depend partly on physical activity, nutrition, aging, and other lifestyle factors. Regular exercise and an appropriate maintenance plan may help preserve the results.
Does EMSCULPT NEO replace exercise?
No. EMSCULPT NEO should complement rather than replace regular movement, strength training, and other recommendations made by your healthcare providers.
Discover a Stronger, More Defined You
Pima Chiropractic has served Tucson patients since 1989 and continues to incorporate non-invasive technologies that support strength, movement, and overall physical function.
Whether you are interested in strengthening your core, improving muscle activation, supplementing your fitness program, or creating greater muscle definition, EMSCULPT NEO may help you move closer to your goals.
Stronger core. Leaner physique. Better performance.
Contact Pima Chiropractic at (520) 722-1585 to schedule an EMSCULPT NEO consultation and find out whether the treatment is right for you.
