Pulse Sculpt: Treatment Advice & Aftercare

Vicki Hexter

Feb 12

3 min read

Updated: Oct 5

Before & After Your Pulse Sculpt Treatment

Pulse Sculpt combines high-intensity electromagnetic muscle stimulation with radiofrequency energy. The treatment creates repeated muscle contractions while simultaneously heating the treatment area.

It is designed to support muscle toning and body contouring and is commonly used on areas such as the abdomen and other suitable body areas.

There are no needles or surgery involved, and most people can return to their normal activities immediately afterwards.

Before Your Treatment

Very little preparation is required.

Before your appointment:

Keep normally hydrated before treatment.
Avoid applying heavy creams, oils or body products to the treatment area on the day of your appointment.
Wear comfortable clothing that's easy to move or remove from the treatment area.
Remove jewellery and metallic items from the treatment area.
Tell us about any metal or electronic implants, even if you are unsure whether they're relevant.
Tell us about any recent surgery, medical procedures or changes to your health.
Let us know if you are taking medication or have developed a new medical condition since your consultation.

Is Pulse Sculpt Suitable for Everyone?

Because Pulse Sculpt uses both electromagnetic and radiofrequency energy, it isn't suitable for everyone.

Please tell us before your appointment if you:

are pregnant or think you may be pregnant
have a pacemaker, defibrillator or other implanted electronic device
have metal implants in or close to the treatment area
have had recent surgery in the treatment area
have a hernia in or close to the area being treated
have an active infection, wound, inflammation or significant skin condition in the treatment area
have reduced or altered sensation in the area
have epilepsy or a neurological condition
have a condition affecting your muscles or nerves
have a significant heart or circulatory condition
have active cancer or are undergoing cancer treatment
have another medical condition that may affect your suitability for electromagnetic or radiofrequency treatment.

Your practitioner will assess your medical history and the area being treated before deciding whether Pulse Sculpt is suitable for you.

Metal & Implanted Devices

Pulse Sculpt produces a powerful electromagnetic field, so it's important that you tell us about all implanted devices or metal implants.

This includes electronic devices as well as surgical or other implanted metal.

If you're unsure whether an implant is relevant, please tell us before your appointment so that we can check.

What Does Pulse Sculpt Feel Like?

During treatment you'll feel strong, repeated muscle contractions in the treatment area.

The radiofrequency component also creates a warming sensation.

The intensity can be adjusted according to your comfort and treatment protocol. The contractions can feel unusual and quite intense, particularly during your first session, but treatment should remain tolerable.

What to Expect Afterwards

There is normally little or no downtime, so most people can return to their usual activities immediately.

After treatment you may experience:

muscle tiredness
mild tenderness or aching
a sensation similar to having completed an intense workout
temporary warmth or redness in the treated area.

These effects should normally be mild and temporary.

Aftercare

Pulse Sculpt requires very little specific aftercare.

Following treatment:

Keep normally hydrated.
You can generally return to your usual daily activities.
Avoid additional intense exercise involving the treated muscles if they feel particularly fatigued or sore.
Avoid excessive heat on the area if it still feels unusually warm or sensitive.
Don't massage or aggressively manipulate an area that feels tender immediately after treatment.
Continue your usual healthy diet and activity programme.

Exercise & Results

You don't need to avoid exercise routinely following Pulse Sculpt. If you feel comfortable, normal activity can continue.

However, the muscles have already undergone a very intensive series of contractions during treatment, so if they feel tired or sore, allow them time to recover before doing another strenuous workout targeting the same muscle group.

Pulse Sculpt should also be positioned as supporting body contouring and muscle conditioning, rather than as a weight-loss treatment. Results vary between individuals and work best alongside an appropriate lifestyle.