15 Jul Emsculpt for Post-Surgery Upkeep
You know Emsculpt as the revolutionary, non-invasive treatment to build muscle fast. It’s one of the most popular treatments at Parson Skin Center, especially for those looking to get back into a workout regimen or take their results to the next level. But did you know it’s also an ideal post-surgical treatment? Emsculpt works by forcing muscles into 20,000 supramaximal contractions in just 30 minutes. It’s the same as doing 20,000 squats, crunches, curls, or other strength training move but with none of the weightlifting risks. Plus, there’s no way anyone could actually do 20,000 moves perfectly in just 30 minutes, so it can take anyone’s fitness to the next level—including those in post-operative care.
If you are thinking about cosmetic surgery, whether it’s liposuction, a tummy tuck, mommy makeover, breast augmentation or blepharoplasty, you know that you’ll be benched from workouts for some time. The exact number of weeks you won’t be allowed to work out will depend on a myriad of factors, and your surgeon will give you an individualized timeline. However, it’s not uncommon to not be allowed to strength train for 3 – 6 weeks following your surgery. That’s a long time for gym rats who are used to training every day. You might worry about losing your gains or about how hard it will be getting back into shape once you’re cleared to get back to working out. Emsculpt can help bridge that gap.
Emsculpt After Surgery
Depending on the kind of surgery you have, you will probably be cleared for Emsculpt long before you’ll be able to get back to the gym. For example, for those undergoing a facelift and/or blepharoplasty, you may be able to schedule your first Emsculpt treatment just days after the surgery. In most cases, a series of about four initial Emsculpt sessions are needed for optimal results, followed by maintenance sessions every six months. This will of course vary person to person and may need to be adjusted based on your surgery and recovery timeline.
However, for anyone worried about losing progress as they recover from surgery, Emsculpt is a fantastic solution. There are no needles or downtime required since the treatment is completely non-invasive. It can be a fantastic addition to liposuction especially, combining the quick and immediate removal of unwanted fat with 20,000 contractions per session. You may be able to “keep up” with your gym goals by combining surgery with Emsculpt, making your transition back to the gym as easy as possible.
The Emsculpt Difference
Emsculpt is suitable for most men and women of all ages. It is a painless treatment, though the sensation is a unique one. Still, the majority of clients scroll through their phone, catch up on shows, or even work during their treatment. You can use Emsculpt virtually anywhere you would typically work on gains including the glutes, abs, thighs, and upper arms. Although Emsculpt is painless, you can expect to be sore afterward—after all, as far as your body is concerned, you really did just do 20,000 perfect repetitions! You can reduce delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) from Emsculpt in much the same way you do at the gym. Feeding the muscles 20 grams (or more) of protein right after the treatment and consuming BCAAs before, during, and after being treated can all be helpful.
The good news is that since you’ll be sore from Emsculpt, you’ll already be in rest mode as part of your post-surgical care. Resting is critical not just for surgical recovery, but for muscles soreness, too. For those who are used to spending a lot of time in the gym, it can be challenging to just “rest it out” after surgery. Now, you can depend on Emsculpt to stay fit and enjoy the peace of mind of really making the most of those post-Emsculpt rest days.
A Holistic Approach to Gym Goals
There’s only so much working out can do. You can’t spot reduce (but liposuction can). You can’t work off excess skin, but a variety of surgical procedure can tighten the skin. You also can’t do 20,000 reps in 30 minutes—but Emsculpt can. Combining in-office surgical procedures and non-surgical treatments with a healthy diet and exercise is the comprehensive approach you need to get the body you deserve.
Find out more about Emsculpt and the many other non-surgical options that complement surgery at Parson Skin Center by scheduling a consultation. Get in touch today by calling the office, or simply fill out the online form for the quickest response.