As a 50 year old female struggling to build arm muscle and lose fat, what kind of results could I expect from Emsculpt?

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I am a 50 year old female (5’8”, 142lbs). I walk 4-5 miles a day w/my dog. I also do yoga 2-3 times a week, and have recently added resistance training 3 times a week, and HIIT into my routine. I am in good health and eat well, but am struggling with my ability to build muscle (my arms being my biggest issue). In addition to building muscle, I have to lose body fat. Would Emsculpt help my arms? And is it recommended that you do both the biceps and triceps for best results and balance?

Andrew Campbell, MD · Answer

EMSculpt can definitely improve the muscle mass of your arms and can also decrease some of the overlying fat. If you want more fat loss in that area you can combine with Coolsculpting for the best result possible.Andrew Campbell, M.D.Quintessa

Michael A. Persky, MD · Answer

Hi Cayenne,The new Emsculpt arm and leg paddles work similar to the paddles for the abdominals and glutes.  you may expect a 16-20% increase in muscle mass of the arms over a 6 to 12 month period.  I would recommend treating both the biceps and triceps for optimal results.  With you commitment to staying in shape, you are likely an excellent candidate for Emsculpt.  Good luck and be well.Dr. PEncino, CA

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

A lot of our patients love to use fillers like sculptra and bellafill to add onto muscle definition and build volume. A fat transfer is a great option as well - combining these options with Emsculpt can give you great results. Speak with an expert. Best, Dr. Emer.

Dmitriy Schwarzburg, MD · Answer

Minimal fat (around 3%) is eliminated via Emsculpt. I would suggest CoolSculpting to eliminate unwanted fat and then following with EMSculpting treatments to tighten the muscles. Consult your doctor to know more

Jennifer R. Berman, MS, MD · Answer

I have found Emsculpt to work extremely well in the arms for building up bicep and tricep muscles and melting fat. Due to the thinness of the skin in the arm region, the effects are very noticeable. The skin appears tighter, fat disappears, and the muscles appear lean and toned. My patients have been very happy with the results and I highly reccomend this treatment to my perimenopausal, menopausal, and post menopausal patients. The results last a period of one year, without any additional work-out or intervention and the transformation continues weeks to months after the reccomended series of four treatments.

Harriet Comite, MD, FAAD · Answer

Thank you for this excellent question.  The HIFEM Technology employed by Emsculpt has proven to be amazing!
In four 20-minute sessions over two weeks you can build 17% or more bicep muscle fiber and thickness and over 10% muscle fiber and thickness in your triceps - with a 12% loss of fat.  Each comfortable Emsculpt treatment is the equivalent of 20,000 bicep curls or 20,000 tricep dips.
It is definitely recommended that you do Emsculpt on both Biceps and Triceps for optimal results.

Richard E. Moore, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. It is very difficult to answer your question without examining your arms. There can be many issues in the arms including skin laxity, amount of fat present, etc. That being said, Emsculpt should give you firmer, more defined muscles with some decrease in the fat tissue. I would recommend doing both the biceps and triceps to maintain muscle balance.I hope this was helpful - Dr. Moore.

Peter J. Jenkin, MD, FAAD · Answer

I think you would be very happy with the results of Emsculpt treatment for your arms.  You can expect increased muscle mass, definition and some loss of fat.  It is definitely recommended to do the biceps and triceps at the same time for balance.

Wayne Wertheim, MD · Answer

the new applicators for the emsculpt work very well for defining bicepsand triceps. certainly a good exercise regime will strengthen and support the results of the treatment.

Gina Mantor, MD · Answer

Emsculpt is impressive.  You can definitely expect muscle mass increase and with muscle mass increase, fat is decreased as a side effect.  I like the fact that you are actually looking to increase muscle. If you were looking only to loose fat, then another treatment may be best for you, such as Vanquish, Exilis, or Coolsculpting or a combination.  Typically you can expect about 16% muscle increase and 19% fat mass decrease after 4 treatments that will persist out one year. Best of luck!

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