I am not currently pregnant, but what are the consequences of a treatment overlapping a very early pregnancy?

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I am considering Emsculpt for my buttocks, however am also trying-but-not-thing to conceive with my husband. I am not currently pregnant, but what are the consequences of a treatment overlapping a very early pregnancy, as in a pregnancy that is not yet detectable on at home test? If there is a known risk I will not pursue but I’d like to gain the muscle strength from the treatment

Andrew Campbell, MD · Answer

Even though the uterus is deep inside the pelvis, I would not want to treat anyone who thinks they might be pregnant. EMSculpt causes hypercontractions of any striated muscle in the electromagnetic field. If a fetus was in that field, we have no idea what would happen to it. Again, I feel strongly that pregnancy is a contraindication for EMSculpt.Andrew Campbell, M.D.Quintessa

Danielle Shanley, MD · Answer

Every physician may vary in protocols for Emsculpt treatments. However, I would highly recommend if your trying or during any stage of pregnancy you should NOT seek any treatment of any kind. The skin and body can be very sensitive during pregnancy. The Emsulpt is magnetic energy and could effect the fetus. Our practice does NOT allow any patient who is trying and/or pregnant to do Emsculpt. Emsculpt treatments would be great to do post pregnancy.
Good luck!

Michael A. Persky, MD · Answer

Hi cdenayer,There obviously have not and will not be any studies on the effects of EmSculpt on a new conceived fetus.  If by chance an early fetus survived the treatments, I would imagine that the baby would have an incredible 6-pack and a butt lift to make the Kardashians jealous.  All kidding aside, I would wait until after pregnancy for your EmSculpt treatment as it is also beneficial for diastasis recti (separation of abdominal muscles.)  Your other option is to make sure that you are not pregnant yet, use condoms or abstinence for the two weeks that it takes to have your treatment and then get back to work with your hubby.  Good luck with getting pregnant and having a healthy baby.  Be well.Dr. P

Dmitriy Schwarzburg, MD · Answer

EMSculpt works by utilizing magnetic stimulation that causes muscular super contractions. I would avoid any high-intensity contractions in the area close to the pelvis to avoid a possible miscarriage. Consult with your doctor to know more about this procedure.

Matthew Stanizzi, MD · Answer

I don't think there is much data on what happens if you have EmSculpt during pregnancy. The manufacture says you shouldn't have treatment. That more likely because it was never tested for safety in pregnancy. It doesn't' mean that it isn't' safe but we don't know that it is. 
Would I be worried if I treated the Gluts with EmSculpt and then found out the patient was unknowingly pregnant? No I wouldn't.

Abid Husain, MD · Answer

If you are considering EMsculpt during pregnancy, please don't! Pregnancy is one of the contraindications to treatment with EMsculpt. The effects are unknown at this time and I don't anticipate any clinical trials to find out because of potential devastating effects. The typical course of treatment with EMsculpt is only 2 weeks, so if you can put off getting pregnant for that short time, you might consider it. Otherwise, you will probably see more benefit post pregnancy because EMsculpt can aid you greatly in the recovery process, especially if you get a diastasis recti from abdominal stretching.

Narin (Joe) Apisarnthanarax, MD · Answer

If you are actively trying to conceive, and don't wish to risk having Emsculpt affect a pregnancy, then waiting on the treatment would probably be best, especially since this is an elective procedure.  Emsculpt is contraindicated during pregnancy.  Having 20,000 stimulated contractions could potentially lead to early termination or miscarriage of an early pregnancy.

Richard O. Gregory, MD · Answer

Emsculpt treatment is contraindicated during pregnancy.  The magnetic energy of Emsculpt might have an effect on the embryo or fetus as it has a reported depth of 7cm. penetration.  Treatment following pregnancy might have a tightening effect on the abdominal wall so it might be beneficial to wait.

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