Can I have Emsculpt done with a copper IUD?

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I have my first Emsculpt treatment today. When I signed the consent form it asked if I had any metal in my body such as an IUD. I said I had the Paraguard IUD and the nurse said BTL rep said it was ok and would not effect treatment. I didnt have any issues after the treatment but in doing research I am reading contradictory answers. BTL website does not have any information on it either.

Young R. Cho, MD, PhD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  I would avoid doing EmSculpt if you have a copper IUD or any other metal implant near the treatment zone as the Electro magnetic fields may heat the metal.  I’m glad that you did not have any issue with our treatment.  You may want to consider a non-metal alternative to the copper IUD.

Michael A. Persky, MD · Answer

Hi kanenchoas,Metal implants within 7 centimeters of the Emsculpt treatmet area is a contra-indication for Emsculpt treatment.  I am happy to hear that you did not suffer any adverse effect from your treatment.  There are some practicioners who will treat women will IUD, our policy has been to avoid treatment until the IUD has been removed or replaced with a non-metalic alternative.  Good luck and be well.  Dr. PEncino, CA

Andrew Campbell, MD · Answer

Any metal in the treatment area is considered a contraindication to the use of EMSculpt. If someone has an artificial knee, I have no problem treating their abdomen or buttocks, but if they have any metal in their abdomen, like a copper IUD, I would not do the treatment. Some providers may, but I wouldn't recommend it.Andrew Campbell, M.D.Quintessa

Kenneth Pechman, MD · Answer

EMSculpt should not be performed if there is metal present to avoid possible injury to the tissue around the metal. For your safety, I do not recommend EmSculpt while you have the copper IUD. Plastic IUD’s should be a non-issue.

Bhavlene Panesar, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  
The Paraguard IUD is a copper IUD.  This would be an absolute contraindication to treatment with Emsculpt or Emsella.  
The Emsculpt uses HIFEM(High Intensity Focused Electromagnetic) energy.  Because of the Magnetic energy component, metal anywhere in the treatment area will heat up.  I am glad to hear that you had no problems during your session but I would recommend no further treatments be done until you can have your IUD removed or replaced with a non- metal alternative.
Hope this helps.

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