Instructions for using the myostimulation device B-333

Indications

The myostimulation technique is very popular both in the field of body contouring and in cosmetology. Therefore, indications for this procedure can be divided into two groups - for the body and for the face.

Physiotherapists recommend electrical stimulation of body muscles:

• after treatment of the consequences of paralysis or paresis,
• with a lack of muscle mass;
• with atonic skin;
• to combat cellulite;
• patients with spinal diseases (osteochondrosis, scoliosis);
• with muscle atrophy;
• for dysfunctional gynecological diseases;
• to get rid of excess weight;
• with a decrease in muscle fiber tone;
• with sagging skin of the abdomen in women after childbirth;
• with intestinal atony.

It is also necessary to use the method of electrical muscle stimulation in cases where a person leads a sedentary lifestyle. There are also cases when physical activity is prohibited , for example, after surgery, then the use of the technique is simply a godsend.

They have learned to use this procedure in the field of cosmetology. During exposure to the deep layers of the epidermis, not only the condition of the muscles, but also the skin improves . This cosmetic procedure can become indispensable:

• for correcting and tightening the oval of the face;
• in the fight against wrinkles and age-related skin changes;
• to eliminate dryness and flaking;
• in the treatment of acne and increased oily skin;
• to even out complexion after acne,
• when eliminating scars and scars;
• to reduce swelling;
• for tightening the skin in the décolleté and chest area.

The principle of action of myostimulators is the same, but devices of different impulse strengths are used for the body and face .

Indications and contraindications

Myostimulation is indicated in the following cases:

• For figure correction.
• As one of the components of a comprehensive weight loss program.
• If you have cellulite and stretch marks.
• For loose skin and weak facial muscles.
• To improve microcirculation and lymphatic drainage in selected areas.
• The presence of neuromuscular pathologies.
• For training athletes.
• Treatment of paralysis and paresis, elimination of hypertonicity of muscle fibers.
• Therapy for atony of the eyelids, swelling of the face, drooping soft tissues.

Contraindications to myostimulation

• Pathology of the hematopoietic system.
• Malignant and benign neoplasms.
• Tuberculosis of the respiratory or urinary system.
• Gallstone or kidney stone disease.
• Acute stage of the inflammatory process.
• ARVI.
• Hyperthermia.
• Increased sensitivity to electrical current.
• Pregnancy and lactation period.
• Menstruation.
• The presence of a pacemaker in a person.
• Diseases of the cardiovascular system in the stage of decompensation.

There are several types of myostimulation, each of which has its own area of ​​application:

1. Neuromuscular stimulation is most similar to the impulses generated by neurons and is considered the most physiological. Used to treat patients with strokes, various types of injuries, and in cosmetology.
2. Transcutaneous electrical stimulation - this technique uses high-frequency electrical current to block pain impulses. TENS is part of pain therapy.

Below we will discuss the rules for performing neuromuscular stimulation, which is used in hardware cosmetology. Each part of the body has its own characteristics of performing the procedure.

Facial correction

Myostimulation of the face is impossible without first cleansing the skin. Most often, a light peeling is carried out first, then a gel is applied to the face for better current conductivity. Electrodes are placed on symmetrical muscle groups, at the point of exit of the motor nerves. At the moment myostimulation begins, the patient feels a slight tingling sensation, to which he quickly gets used to. The duration of the session is no more than 20 minutes, the course is 10-12 procedures.

Video of conduction and diagram of electrode application

Body correction

To make your figure look perfect, you need to perform myostimulation of various muscle groups:

1. Abdominal.
2. Breasts.
3. Shoulder girdle and arms.
4. Back and buttocks.
5. Hips.

There are no particular differences in training these areas of the body. The main thing is the symmetrical arrangement of the electrodes and compliance with safety precautions. Myostimulation should last no more than 20-25 minutes, sessions are repeated no more often than after 1-2 days. The course consists of 11-15 procedures.

The visible effect appears after 4-5 sessions, but you need to remember that myostimulation should not be the only way to correct your figure. It should go in conjunction with diet correction and exercise.

Video and diagram of electrode application

Questions and answers:

What is more effective – myostimulation or pressotherapy?

These procedures have different effects on the human body. Pressotherapy improves lymphatic drainage, and myostimulation works with muscles, only indirectly affecting the lymphatic vessels. The indications for use of these methods are completely different. So it is impossible to draw a conclusion about which procedure is more effective, because they are completely different.

How often do you need to take a course of myostimulation?

The effect of myostimulation lasts about 6-8 months, so there is no need to carry out this procedure more often.

Is it possible to perform myostimulation for varicose veins?

There is a limitation for carrying out this manipulation in case of varicose veins - electrodes cannot be applied to those places of the skin where dilated vessels are visible. In general, there is no data on the harmful effects of electric current on varicose veins.

Is it possible to perform myostimulation during pregnancy or menstruation?

Pregnancy and menstruation are a direct contraindication to the procedure.

Contraindications

For all its versatility, myostimulation has a number of contraindications. Due to the impact of electrical impulses on the body, various negative reactions of the body may occur.

Therefore, people with the following diseases should not try this method of body correction:

• high skin sensitivity;
• purulent inflammation;
• fresh wounds or cuts on the body;
• pathological changes in the blood;
• problems with blood clotting;
• pregnancy;
• oncology;
• cholelithiasis;
• renal and liver failure;
• psychological disorders (epilepsy, schizophrenia);
• cardiovascular diseases;
• tuberculosis;
• thrombophlebitis;
• recent heart attack or stroke;
• face reinforcement with threads;
• hypersensitivity to electrical impulses.

It is also contraindicated to resort to this procedure for those women who have an intrauterine device installed.

An installed pacemaker or built-in metal implant is also a contraindication.

Pros and cons of the procedure

The influence of artificially obtained electrical impulses on humans has a positive effect. The benefits are as follows:

• With the help of myostimulation, all muscles are involved, which is impossible to do with physical exercise.
• There is no load on the musculoskeletal system. Injury is excluded.
• Thanks to the myostimulator, blood supply to tissues improves. There are other effects necessary to support the body during rehabilitation.
• Myostimulation is needed to strengthen atrophied muscles.
• Using the device, adipose tissue is activated, including those affected by cellulite. The skin takes on a smooth and toned appearance.

Harm to the body can only be caused if the procedure is performed incorrectly. This applies to portable systems. The disadvantages include the fact that it will not be possible to eliminate many kilograms, since it does not waste your energy. Over time, the muscles stop responding to impulses.

Therefore, the body will require real physical activity. But if you just want to restore the condition of the skin in cosmetological terms, then such a procedure will be enough. To lose weight, you will additionally need proper nutrition, a healthy lifestyle, and physical activity.

Operating principle

Myostimulation is also called electromyostimulation, since electrical impulses directly affect muscle fibers.
Due to the electric current, it is easier to apply a load to the muscles, which are often passive. The operating principle of the myolifting apparatus is to produce pulsed and sinusoidal currents , which are produced at low frequencies.

In other words, a myostimulator is a mini-generator with electrodes that produces a pulsed current. The electrodes themselves are made of rubber, which is capable of conducting electric current through itself.

It is the electrodes that can be considered a kind of conductors of an electrical impulse to the desired muscle. Their size and appearance differ significantly. It all depends on the installation location. Large electrodes are installed on broad and massive muscles, and small ones on facial muscles.

When the myostimulator is turned on, a low-frequency electric current is immediately supplied through the electrodes. Due to the impact of the current, the muscles begin to contract. As a result, more oxygen and nutrients reach their fibers.

The higher the impulse, the more the muscle contracts. When the device is turned off, the current supply stops and the muscles completely relax.

Description

Myostimulation of the body has long been used in physiotherapy and rehabilitation techniques. But recently this procedure is gaining more and more popularity in cosmetology. Body myostimulation is used here in the complex treatment of cellulite and obesity.

What is so attractive about this procedure? The popularity of myostimulation lies in its ability to influence those muscle groups that are difficult to reach.

It is worth keeping in mind that myostimulation of the body (see photo of the procedure process below) does not affect cellulite itself. Improvement in the condition of subcutaneous fat and the upper layers of the epidermis occurs due to the activation of tissue nutrition, cleansing the body of toxins and training muscle tissue.

Myostimulation of the body literally transforms the appearance of the hips, abdomen and buttocks. This effect occurs due to skin tightening and maintaining normal muscle tone.

The myostimulation procedure is therapeutic and recreational. It is based on the use of current pulses. This effect on the muscle fibers causes them to contract. At the same time, the skin increases its tone.

Sometimes myostimulation is used to eliminate cellulite and get rid of extra pounds.

Devices for body myostimulation, which are used in professional clinics, are called electromyostimulators. A procedure using this technique should only be performed by a well-trained, medically trained professional. Myostimulation of the body at home will require the purchase of a special device intended for personal use.

Application areas

The effectiveness of the myolifting procedure is quite high, since it is possible to give a load to those muscles that are difficult to work with standard training. Electrodes can be installed on the following parts of the body:

1. Abdomen - strengthening the abdominal wall, eliminating sagging skin after childbirth, resolving stretch marks, reducing fat deposits on the sides, increasing the elasticity and tightness of the skin in this area.
2. Chest and pectoral muscles – increasing the elasticity and firmness of the skin, tightening sagging breasts, building muscles (for men), eliminating dryness and sagging in the décolleté area.
3. Thighs – reduction of fat deposits and sagging in the inner thighs.
4. Buttocks - eliminating cellulite, improving the outflow of excess fluid, accelerating metabolic processes in tissues, tightening the skin.
5. Back – building muscles (for men), eliminating pain symptoms due to osteochondrosis, treating scoliosis, reducing inflammation when nerves are pinched in the back;
6. Face – improving blood circulation in tissues, increasing the production of collagen and elastin, increasing the firmness and elasticity of the epidermis, fighting wrinkles, improving complexion, reducing swelling, tightening the skin around the eyes and lips, eliminating a double chin.

To obtain a noticeable result, you must undergo full courses of at least 10 procedures. The number of sessions must be determined by the doctor.

From the video, learn more about what myostimulation is and how the technique works.

How is it carried out?

Before the bridge stimulation session, electrodes are installed on the client's skin. Through them, an impulse of a certain amplitude arrives at the nerve endings. This effect causes muscle tissue to actively contract, which has a positive effect on their tone, volume and strength. At the same time, metabolism, blood and lymph circulation are normalized. The removal of toxins from the body is accelerated. All this helps to reduce the volume of fat deposits.

Through electrodes installed on the skin, the patient's muscles are exposed to small currents. So, for the face their strength is 5 mA, and for the body - up to 100 mA. The pulse current frequencies used range from ten to one hundred and fifty Hertz.

It is recommended to carry out procedures no more than two to three times a week. In this case, the total course should be about 20 sessions. When working with the device, attention should be paid to all muscle groups. It is not recommended to use only certain of them. To conduct a more effective treatment and health course, specially developed body myostimulation schemes should be used. They describe in sufficient detail all the points to which the electrodes should be applied.

No preparation is required for the session. You can exfoliate or scrub to cleanse the skin. Then nothing will hinder the conduction of an electrical impulse.

Before you begin, you need to remove all metal objects - earrings, chains, piercings - and put on a swimsuit.

Professional generators used in hospitals, clinics and beauty salons allow simultaneous stimulation of several different areas of the body.

In this case, the specialist can choose the duration of stimulation of each muscle and the speed of contractions that the electric current will set for it.

Electromyostimulation is carried out as follows:

• electrodes are applied to areas of the body that should be exposed;
• the required impact parameters are set;
• then current is supplied through the electrodes, its strength increases gradually;
• the muscles begin to contract with the frequency and force that the electricity sets for them.

If good, high-quality equipment is used, and the force of influence has been chosen correctly, there is no pain during myostimulation.

The procedure may cause moderate discomfort or not - this depends on the individual sensitivity of the body, on the quality of the apparatus used during the procedure, and on how competently the master performing the session works.

Stimulation of one area of ​​the body usually lasts 10-20 minutes. The course of procedures consists of 20-25 sessions. During the first three or four times, the power of the impulses gradually increases, and by the fifth or sixth session it can be increased to the maximum.

No aftercare is required after the procedure. It will be enough to take a shower.

Varieties

Numerous studies of the effectiveness of myostimulators have proven that this physiotherapeutic procedure can significantly speed up the recovery of patients who have suffered severe injuries or operations.

The main advantage of this method is the ability to control the strength of the electric current pulse. For example, for people with osteochondrosis, this method helps build the muscles around the spine, thus strengthening it.

There are two types of myostimulation - neuromuscular and transcutaneous.

Neuromuscular

This type of electrical stimulation is used to load motor nerve endings. It is the nerves that are able to resume a person’s motor activity.

The impact of the electrode falls on the damaged nerve, which causes a reaction in the muscles. Physiotherapists often use neuromuscular electrical stimulation for people who have suffered limb fractures.

Due to being in one position for a long time, the muscles stop working with the proper strength. Myostimulators begin to load them with renewed vigor.

This method also shows itself successfully in the treatment of muscle fiber atrophy and restoration of the functions of the musculoskeletal system after a stroke.

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Transcutaneous

Transcutaneous neurostimulation is a procedure that is aimed at relieving pain and inflammation in the muscles.

This procedure is more gentle than the neuromuscular one, so it is often used by athletes to reduce pain after intense training. Physiotherapists are able to quickly relieve acute and chronic pain using this technique.

The very principle of action is to block nerve fibers, because they are the ones that send the brain a signal of pain. The brain produces endorphins, which relieve pain.

Instructions for using the myostimulation device B-333

The B-333 device implements 4 computer programs and involves neurostimulation, electrolipolysis, muscle training, deep massage (lymphatic drainage), as well as well-established regulation of the pulse frequency, timer operation, power adjustment for each channel, and automatic program selection mode.
The myostimulation device described here exerts its effect through electrical signals that generate the movement of muscle fibers, the contraction of which causes blood flow and activation of protein synthesis. Effects from using the equipment:

• Lifting.
• Reducing the number and severity of stretch marks.
• Rehabilitation of the muscular system after surgery.
• Improving circulation in the lymphatic and circulatory systems.
• Giving muscles strength and elasticity.
• Increased tone in flaccid muscles.
• Accelerating the reactions of breaking down fat deposits.
• Improvement of skin structure.
• Muscle relaxation.
• Elimination of cellulite formations.
• Reducing the degree of pain syndromes.

Using the B-333 myostimulator, you will be able to more successfully control the stages of weight loss, directing the effect to the areas that most need it. In 1 session, you can work with several zones simultaneously, correcting your figure and reducing body volume.

Panel description:

Description of programs:

• P1:
  Helps relieve muscle tension and relieve muscle pain.
• P2:
  helps to give muscle definition (the effect of working out in the gym).
• P3:
  Corresponds to the elimination of stretch marks and sagging skin.
• P4:
  helps reduce fullness, reduce cellulite, remove excess fat deposits through intense massage, makes the body slim.

Note: When one of the programs is selected, the built-in microcomputer automatically adjusts the speed to get the best result according to the selected program.

You can switch programs yourself, or you can use auto mode. When auto mode is turned on, it automatically switches these programs.

Warning: Before use, always check the 220/110V voltage switch button to ensure the voltage matches your local network.

Stages of the procedure

In order for myolifting to be as effective as possible, the specialist carries out all the preparatory work before the session.

They consist in determining the optimal current parameters for the client. Each person is individual, so this factor must be taken into account .

Preparation

This preparatory stage allows you to see the threshold of excitability of the muscle nerves, which will make the procedure comfortable and safe for the patient’s health.

This check is carried out with special equipment. On it, the doctor sets three main indicators - the strength of the current, its frequency and shape.

Important! The specialist must accurately identify the location of the electrodes. To do this, he needs to know the anatomical structure of the body well.

This fact is especially important for facial myostimulation. If the electrodes are installed incorrectly, the situation may worsen.

Direct execution

When all the preparatory steps are completed, a special conductive gel is applied to the skin. Through this means, the current will better pass into the deep layers of the muscles .

Next, the electrodes are installed. The current flowing to them must correspond to the initially selected parameters.

Final stage

After 20-30 minutes, the session ends and the electrodes are removed from the skin. The remaining gel is removed, and the skin is treated with a special moisturizer.

Moisturizing is an important step after the procedure, as the skin may be dry after exposure to current.

Watch the video for the stages of the procedure.

Carrying out the procedure

First, it is recommended to consult with a specialist and determine a list of problem areas. Only a doctor can choose an individual schedule and duration of stimulation for you.

The procedure requires initial preparation. So, if there are significant fat deposits, it is necessary to lose as much weight as possible through a diet, only in this case the device will ensure the achievement of any pronounced results. In addition, it won’t hurt to do skin peeling and a simple muscle warm-up before the session. Another important note is to remove all metal jewelry from yourself before placing electrodes on the problem area.

Sensors that transmit electric current can be disposable or reusable. The former are attached to dry skin, the latter require the use of a special conductor gel. They are placed according to a special pattern; during their operation, a painful tingling sensation may be felt, indicating muscle contraction. The duration of exposure is no more than half an hour, during which time the current strength gradually increases.

Video: body myostimulation

Advantages

Myostimulation is a procedure that can really help in the rehabilitation process after an injury, fracture or atrophy. This method is often used to combat excess weight and tighten the skin .

This procedure makes it possible to:

1. Give the muscles 100% load.
2. Reduce cellulite deposits.
3. Improve blood circulation and metabolism in tissues.
4. Relieve muscle tension after difficult physical activity.
5. Remove harmful substances from the body faster.
6. Train those muscles that are little used during normal physical exercise.
7. Tighten not only the muscles, but also the skin.
8. Eliminate sagging and dry skin.
9. Coping with muscle atrophy.
10. Return problem areas to beautiful shape.

All these advantages can be noticed only after the correct selection of the main parameters on the myostimulation apparatus.

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Choosing a myostimulator

There are 3 types of myostimulators for sale. They differ in the principles of use: professional, semi-professional, and for home use.

To choose the last option correctly, you should consider the following factors:

• Finding problem areas and what type of correction is required.
• Will the device be used by anyone else?
• Is the external design of the device, the presence of different functions and an LCD display important?
• Is it possible to perform the procedure near an outlet?

Now high-quality domestic devices are sold at an affordable price. But they differ from foreign ones in design and abundance of functions.

For the device to perform its functions, you must ensure that:

• He has a certificate, a warranty card.
• There are 2 channels if the device is used for physiotherapeutic purposes and for figure correction.
• The frequency is adjustable within 400-600 Hz.
• It will be possible to switch modes.
• The tone per pulse is 25-30 mA. Thanks to this indicator, the device will affect problem areas.
• The electrodes should be made of bare metal, which is protected by carbon or carbon cloth. New are electrons made of high-quality silicone.

You need to choose a reliable device. Purchasing from an unknown manufacturer can be harmful.

Before purchasing an electromyostimulator, it is necessary to determine for which part of the body it will be used. Maybe the device will be needed only for the body or only for the face, or maybe for both? When purchasing, you should check whether the device has a CP and MH registration certificate. In addition, the electromyostimulator must allow manual setting of current strength, amplitude and other parameters, and also have four independent channels for working with different muscle groups.

Models of myostimulators belonging to a high price category have a larger number of electrodes in their kit. In addition, their device allows for alternating impulses for antagonist muscles. Devices that belong to the premium class have the ability to be programmed.

When choosing a manufacturer, it is recommended to pay attention to models of Israeli, European, American and Japanese assembly. Russian devices will not be inferior to them in quality, but will lose in the convenience of accessories and design. Korean electromyostimulators have an attractive price. But their downside is lower quality. Chinese equipment can last a long time, but there is also a high probability of it breaking down quickly.

Flaws

People who want to get a noticeable result after myostimulation in one procedure need to be prepared for the fact that the effect occurs only after a course of sessions .

This type of procedure is not considered an express method. In addition, cheap devices for home use are unable to provide the necessary load on the muscles . If you select the wrong settings on the device, the following may appear:

• redness,
• burns,
• itching,
• pain at the sites where the electrodes are installed.

When facial myolifting is performed at home, you can get swelling of the eyelids, burns and headaches. All this is due to the lack of knowledge about the choice of parameters and locations for installing electrodes.

Preparation for the procedure

Before myostimulation of the body is performed, it is advisable to perform peeling. This is necessary so that the stratum corneum of the skin does not interfere with the conduction of impulses. Peeling will need to be done no more than once a week.

Particular attention will need to be paid to the application of electrodes. The point of their contact should coincide with the point of penetration of the motor nerve into the sheath of muscle tissue. Correct installation of the electrodes, which should be attached to the body using special belts, will allow you to get the maximum effect from the procedure.

Forecast

The duration of the procedure and course depends on the situation and capabilities of the patient. To obtain a lasting result, it is necessary to conduct at least 10-15 sessions.

You need to come for myolifting every other day. If a person wants to maintain a long-term effect, then repeated one-time procedures must be performed 2 times a month.

Important! The result depends not only on the quality of the passing current, but also on the duration of the procedure. Depending on the area of ​​influence, the duration of myostimulation may vary.

To eliminate fat in the abdominal area, electrodes are installed on the large abdominal muscles and buttocks. To overcome cellulite, you will need 15-20 sessions. To maintain the results, the procedure must be repeated after two months.

If we talk about simple muscle building, then the impact on the selected muscle should be no more than 5 minutes a day.

For facial treatment, the average duration of the procedure is 15-20 minutes. It all depends on the skin defect and the established parameters.

Frequent and incorrect use of electrical stimulation is fraught with the appearance of severe arching pain. If such procedures are carried out without interruption, the muscles will simply lose their tone and get used to the established parameters.

Course duration

The entire course includes 5-10 procedures with breaks of 1-2 days. Sometimes there are daily sessions. Then procedures will be required to maintain the result: 1-2 times every 1.5-2 months.

A special place is occupied by facial myostimulation, with the help of which it is possible to correct the shape, eliminate sagging cheeks, wrinkles, and circles. The procedure takes no more than 20 minutes, and the results are excellent.

Body myostimulation - before and after the procedure

Carrying out at home

In order to save money, many women resort to home myolifting services. To do this, it is enough to purchase a myostimulator and anti-cellulite cream.

To get a good result, you need to give preference to those devices that are designed to use 6-8 electrodes. Budget models will be equipped with only 4 electrodes. But there are a number of rules for choosing a high-quality electrical stimulation device .

How to choose a myostimulator?

First of all, a high-quality device must train muscles in the right mode. He should give the muscles time to both work and relax.

When choosing a myostimulator, it is necessary to take into account the level of physical activity and muscle strength.

Now the market for such products is quite wide, but often home and professional ones are easy to distinguish. Homemade ones are cheap, while professional ones are medium and high in cost.

These devices are also divided according to the type of installation on the body:

• portable (mobile and cheap);
• stationary (expensive, have a large number of channels and electrodes).

Some manufacturers specifically divide myostimulators by application:

• universal for the whole body;
• in the shape of a butterfly for separate muscle work;
• in the form of a belt for the stomach and sides;
• in the form of shorts for the riding breeches area.

When choosing such a device, you need to pay attention to the following points:

1. Number of electrodes. At home there can be from 4 to 8, and at professional ones up to 48 electrodes.
2. Number of current generators. Cheap models often have one generator. For expensive models, there is 1 generator per electrode.
3. Type of food. It is better if it is powered from the mains rather than from batteries.
4. Number of programs. Home muscle stimulators have no more than 3 programs, while professional devices can have from 5 programs.
5. Number of channels. To burn fat deposits, it is advisable to choose a device with 4 channels or more. For rehabilitation after injuries, it is enough to purchase a myostimulator with 2 channels.
6. Electrical impulse level. This indicator must be regulated. Cheap options often have one pulse level, so efficiency is reduced. To treat the face and chest, pulses with a force of 1-15 mA are used, and for the hips, buttocks and abdomen - 25-30 mA.

Before purchasing a myostimulator, it is better to consult a doctor; he will determine the presence of contraindications, and also indicate the required power and current to treat the problem area.

Instructions for use

In order not to harm your body , you must follow the exact instructions for using muscle stimulants at home. The following points should be followed:

1. Make sure there are no contraindications. To do this, it is better to visit a doctor.
2. Read the instructions from the manufacturer.
3. Cleanse the skin. If your face is being treated, it is advisable to do peeling.
4. Apply conductive gel to the skin.
5. Install the electrodes strictly according to the diagram specified in the instructions.
6. You need to start supplying current from zero level, gradually approaching the desired level.
7. Keep on the problem area for 15 to 20 minutes.
8. After the procedure, turn off the device and remove the electrodes.
9. Remove the remaining gel with a napkin. Lubricate the skin with nourishing cream or balm.
10. After this, the electrodes must be treated with an alcohol solution to ensure better current conductivity. This removes any remaining fat and gel.

Precautionary measures

If the specified rules and methods for installing electrodes are not followed, problems with the operation of the generator may occur.

In addition, due to the incorrect choice of current parameters, burns, itching and redness can occur.

To avoid such incidents, you cannot move the electrodes while the generator is on. Fabric conductors must not be washed.

Instructions for use

All myostimulators, except for shorts, are used according to the same scheme, which includes the following stages:

1. Cleanse your skin. Remove makeup from your face, or take a shower.
2. Take a horizontal position if the device is of a stationary type.
3. Apply conductive gel to each electrode. If the device has a special sticky surface, no gel is required.
4. Install the electrodes according to the instructions.
5. Select the operating mode and set the timer, if this model has such functions.
6. Turn on the device.
7. At the end of the procedure, turn off the device.
8. Remove the electrodes one by one.
9. Blot the remaining gel with a napkin.

The use of an anti-cellulite myostimulator is different in that the electrodes in the places adjacent to the body are fixed with a bandage or a tight elastic band with a regulator. Often, to conduct current, a sponge moistened with salt water is placed between the electrode and the skin.

Step-by-step actions when using a myostimulator-shorts:

1. Put on your shorts without buttoning them yet.
2. Electrodes are attached to the back of the pads; it is necessary to remove the thick protective film from them (this model does not require the use of conductive gel).
3. Elements with electrode pads are fixed on the skin in the area of ​​the gluteal muscle and thighs on both sides (study the diagram in the instructions for correct installation).
4. Fasten all fasteners and turn on the device.
5. After the sound alert and completion of work, turn off the device.
6. Remove the shorts by turning them inside out.
7. Wipe and cover the electrode elements with protective film.

Prices

This type of physiotherapeutic procedure is considered one of the most accessible in beauty salons and rehabilitation centers.

The average cost of one procedure can range from $25 to $40. For 10 minutes of this procedure you will have to pay 20-30 dollars.

If we talk about a thirty-minute session, its cost can be 35-40 dollars.

For facial myostimulation you will need from $20 per session. If we are talking about treating the abdomen, buttocks and thighs, then the cost will be 2-3 times more expensive.

When not to undergo the procedure

Any procedure can have serious consequences if carried out by everyone. Myostimulation of the body is no exception; there is a long list of contraindications:

• skin diseases;
• cancerous tumors;
• blood diseases;
• pregnancy;
• diseases of the genitourinary system;
• implanted pacemaker;
• heart and kidney diseases;
• sinusitis (during the procedure on the face).

It is not recommended to perform myostimulation during the course of infectious and viral diseases, including influenza and acute respiratory viral infections. If you have any chronic diseases, you should consult a specialist. In addition, the doctor will tell you in more detail about the benefits of the procedure (body myostimulation), what it is, and whether you need it.

What methods does it combine with?

To consolidate the effect obtained from myolifting, you can attend other procedures in parallel. To improve the skin, it is advisable to combine sessions:

• with anti-cellulite massage (for body),
• with magnetotherapy,
• with mesotherapy,
• with peelings,
• with lifting,
• with photorejuvenation,
• with ultraphonophoresis.

Additional types of procedures should only be prescribed by a doctor. You cannot self-medicate.

Only a specialist should monitor the order and effectiveness of the prescribed procedures. Each case is individual, so you have to expect different results.

What is body myostimulation

This is an effect on the muscles, as a result of which elasticity, tone, strength, and endurance return to them. All this without regular fitness classes or grueling physical activity. One of them is a course of myostimulation procedures, which gives an effect in a short period that lasts for a long time.

The principle of operation is simple - the muscles are exposed to an electric current of a certain frequency, which is why they begin to contract rhythmically. Depending on the impact parameters (frequency, amplitude), different effects can be achieved. In addition to increasing muscle mass, it is possible to get rid of excess fluid in the body due to the activation of lipolysis.

Initially, body myostimulation was used for the treatment and rehabilitation of patients with limited mobility. Since the seventies of the twentieth century, the procedure has become popular in cosmetology as an effective means for improving the contours of the body, face, and combating external age-related changes.

Indications for use

Since the procedure came into aesthetic medicine from general medicine, prescribing the procedure may mean an attempt to solve health problems that spoil the patient’s appearance.

• muscular dystrophy;
• overweight;
• cellulite;
• tendency to edema;
• deterioration of lymph flow in the body (stagnation);
• the first signs of aging facial skin.

Contraindications

It is better not to prescribe a course of procedures for yourself; consultation with a specialist is required, since existing contraindications may outweigh the expected positive effect. Therefore, before you begin, you should make sure that you do not have the following health problems:

• oncological diseases at any stage;
• diseases of the cardiovascular system (varicose veins, thrombophlebitis, blood diseases);
• renal failure, liver dysfunction;
• skin disorders (allergic reactions, psoriasis, dermatitis, neurodermatitis);
• inflammatory processes;
• pregnancy, lactation;
• gynecological diseases;
• use of pacemakers.

The list of contraindications requires a general examination and diagnosis before the course.

Advantages, disadvantages

Myostimulation of the body can improve the patient’s appearance; after just a few sessions, visible changes occur:

1. Strengthening muscle groups allows you to achieve improved body contours. In addition, targeted impact trains hard-to-reach and underused muscle groups. Deep layers of muscle tissue may remain untapped during normal athletic training.
2. Improving the appearance of skin in problem areas. Get rid of cellulite, relieve puffiness, remove excess fluid from the body, restore skin tone and healthy color, restore metabolic processes in skin cells.
3. Improvement of facial skin: smoothing out shallow wrinkles, restoring the tone of sagging skin of the chin or neck.

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You can’t expect miracles to return to youth in ten days. The healing effect of the procedure is obvious, however, myostimulation also has disadvantages:

• Contraindications indicate the use of myostimulation for healthy people;
• Excess weight, the presence of fatty deposits reduce tissue conductivity, impulses may simply not reach their destination;
• The removal of excess fluid, weight loss occurs, gives a quick effect, which disappears just as quickly after the fluid reserves in the body are replenished naturally.

Preparation and execution

Hardware myostimulation of the body does not require special preparations for the procedure, except for those that can slightly improve the effect. For example, before performing muscle stimulation, it is best to thoroughly scrub the stimulation areas.

Exfoliation of the skin ensures good attachment of the electrodes, better passage of current waves, and, accordingly, a better effect, since the skin is already toned.

Patients can use a store-bought exfoliant or make their own using ground coffee and honey or body wash. A person needs to balance his diet and go on a diet, as well as warm up the muscles that will be affected.

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Before deciding to undergo this procedure, the patient needs to consult with a doctor and find out which areas of his body are problematic and whether they require stimulation with current.

The doctor selects an individual list, duration and frequency of procedures. The entire course can include up to 20 procedures, which are carried out at regular intervals several times a week in special medical salons for body myostimulation.

During the procedure, electrodes are evenly attached to the body, through which weak doses of electric current are delivered to the muscles. With each new session, its power will increase, since a uniform effect will cause the body to become addicted.

After the procedure, the muscles actively contract, which leads to slight discomfort, but not as strong as during physical activity, since lactic acid, which causes pain, does not occur during myostimulation.

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Equipment for conducting a session varies, so electrodes are divided into:

• Disposable.
• Reusable.

The first of them are attached to dry skin, and the second with the help of a special gel that can conduct electric current. The entire procedure, on average, lasts 20-30 minutes, during which pain may be felt due to muscle contraction, while the current power increases slightly until the very end of the session.

Advantages and disadvantages

In addition to the lack of time spent on additional physical exercises, body myostimulation has a number of advantages, namely:

• absence of any side effects;
• ease of use of the device;
• allows you to work even on hard-to-reach muscles;
• noticeable improvement in condition without harm to health;
• low cost of the procedure.

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In addition to numerous advantages, the procedure also has its disadvantages:

• cannot completely replace physical activity in humans;
• weight loss only by a small amount of kilograms (maximum 5-7);
• exposure to current helps indirectly, that is, it improves metabolism , as a result of which the fat layer decreases;
• a larger list of contraindications for use;
• gives the desired result only in combination with additional exercise and a balanced diet;
• does not have an effect in very thick fat layers;
• muscle contractions when exposed to weak current pulses cause pain .