TruSculpt® Flex FAQs

TruSculpt® Flex FAQs

Q: What is TruSculpt® flex?
A: TruSculpt flex provides a tailored muscle sculpting treatment that is adjusted to address your specific fitness level, body shape, and desire to firm, tone and ultimately strength muscles. The distinctive Multi-Directional Stimulation (MDS) technology provides three treatment options by replicating an intensified crunch motion, squatting motion and twisting action. It’s the secret advantage you need to look and feel your very best!

Q: Am I a good candidate for TruSculpt flex?
A: Men and women in good overall health can experience benefits from the TruSculpt flex treatments. During the consultation process our Patient Care Coordinator will do a thorough assessment of your current muscle tone and make clear recommendations so that you reach your goals. We always take a full medical and lifestyle based history to determine the best overall approach.

Q: How long does the appointment take from start to finish?
A: When planning your appointment be sure to schedule yourself about 1.5 hours. When you arrive, we will need to place the device leads in their optimal position and make sure that the machine is best setup for the results you want. Once setup is complete – the active treatment will take 45 minutes and we can treat up to 8 areas in that time period. Upon completion of the active stage, we will need to remove the device leads and clean the treated areas.

Q: How many treatments will be needed?
A: Clinical studies have shown that clients get remarkable results in as little as 4 treatments. Additional treatments can be required to achieve your personal goals. Most people we see gain optimal results with 4-6 treatments spaced one week apart.

Q: What will the treatment feel like?
A: The treatment protocol is slowly increased during the duration of your treatment. We always start with a gentle contraction sensation to help get the muscles warmed up. As the time passes, our technician will increase the contraction intensity to further stress the muscle. If at anytime you feel uncomfortable or experience pain, simply let your technician know and we will adjust the setting accordingly.

Q: Is there really no downtime with the TruSculpt Flex?
A: TruSculpt flex is non-invasive and requires no recovery time – in other words you can return to your normal activities right after the treatment. Post-procedure - patients may notice a tingling sensation in the areas treated for up to a few hours and/or slight muscle soreness or tenderness for 24-72 hours. You will NOT experience super tight or sore muscles because there is not lactic acid build-up in the muscles from this machine. That does not mean that your muscles are not tired. Be sure to skip the gym for the treated body parts for at least 48 hours to allow for proper recovery.

Q: When will I see results?
A: Results may be noticeable after the second session of treatment with optimal results being apparent 8-12 weeks after the last session is complete. Before and after photos will be taken for your client file and will be shown to you for your own reference. We take your results very seriously!

Q: Can I use TruSculpt Flex in combination with other body contouring treatments to get better results?
A: Dr. Bector is an expert in the field of non-surgical body contouring and will never rely on a single device or procedure to deliver amazing results. truSculpt can provide great results on its own but can also be paired with other treatments to create a very well sculpted body.

We can pair truSculpt with Bellafill/Sculptra injections, which stimulate collagen production and provide structured volume beneath the skin. Bellafill or Sculptra are used to create volume and can enhance muscle definition in the shoulders, abdominal area, and buttocks while also improving the appearance of dimpling and cellulite.

Injectable treatments like Kybella / Belkyra are used in conjection with truSculpt to aid in further targeted fat reduction is extremely stubborn areas of the body.

Microneedling devices such as InMode’s Fractora and Morpheus8 can be used along side truSculpt Flex to address crepey skin and skin in need of remodelling and tightening.

The fundamental objective of any non-invasive body sculpting technology is to reduce fat and stimulate muscle to create tightness and tone. At our location, we successful pair Inmode’s BodyFX and the Venus Legacy with the TruSculpt Flex for gorgeous results. This strategy works because the BodyFX / Legacy uses Radio Frequency (RF) to selectively target the subcutaneous fat layer without excessively increasing the temperature in the dermis. After this stage is complete, the client is put onto the TruSculpt Flex. The already warm area is than exposed to muscle contractions and further simulation. This two-pronged approach shows incredible results in fat reduction, muscle building and skin tightening.

Q: What parts of my body can I target using TruSculpt Flex?
A: The recommended areas for treatment include major muscle groups and those muscle that are difficult to target and tone at the gym. -Abdomen / six –pack, flanks, lower back, upper arms, thighs, hamstrings, calves and buttocks.

Q: Can my friend / partner share sessions with me – we want to do this together?
A: We love our “Flex with Friends” option and so will you! If you are only interested in treating one or two areas of the body, no problem! We can use the other leads to treat areas on your friends / partners or spouses body at the same time. We hate to waste sessions. Remember we can treat up to 8 areas at one time so bring someone with you and get the results together. Our only recommendation is that you bring someone who you are not shy in front of… Treated body parts will be exposed.

Q: What are the 3 Treatment Options?
A: The TruSculpt Flex has 3 different modes that are meant to address the muscles in different ways. We will sometimes see clients that only wish to use one mode during the entire treatment but in most cases we progress from Mode 1 to 3 throughout the treatment duration. With multiple modes available on demand, TruSculpt Flex provides a multidimensional treatment similar to circuit training or an intense HIIT workout. During your treatment our team will adjust the device settings to create maximum efficacy to achieve amazing treatment outcomes. We continually increase the intensity, just as your would increase the weight of a dumbbell during multiple workouts.

Mode 1: Prep – This mode is quite similar to a stretch routine prior to an intense workout. During this mode you will experience a twisting sensation that stretch the muscles so that they can properly tolerate the muscle contractions without injury.

Mode 2: Tone – During this mode the focus is switched to exercises that are meant to increase both muscle endurance and core stretch. You will feel contractions in the muscles that are held to the point of muscle exhaustion and then released to increase both stretch and endurance.

Mode 3: Sculpt – The sensation during this phase is intense and similar to exercises that break down and build muscle fibres to increase overall mass. During this mode you will experience fast, deep and successive contractions aimed at building muscle and ultimately increasing Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR).

Q: How do you treat 8 areas simultaneously?
A: TruSculpt Flex can stimulate specific muscles by the placement of individual leads. This approach is based on electrical stimulation and NOT electromagnetic stimulation. Electrical stimulation allows the leads to focus on the stimulation of specific muscles in a controlled manner. This approach allows the TruSculpt to focus energy to specific muscle groups to improve muscle contraction and the number of areas being treated, treating up to 8 separate areas of the body at once.

Q: Will TruSculpt Flex Speed Up my metabolism?
A: TruSculpt Flex does not speed up your metabolism but the muscle you gain by using this device definitely will! Clients can expect an increase in muscle mass of up to 30% after 6 sessions. This increased muscle will increase your Basal Metabolic Rate resulting in more fat loss and further slimming down.

Q: Will TruSculpt Flex Speed Burn Fat?
A: During and after the TruSculpt Flex treatment protocol your muscle development will continue to burn fat throughout the day and provide you with increased energy. Increasing lean muscle mass is the best known scientific way to increase BMR and continue fat loss.

Q: Can TruSculptFlex help with my sagging Skin?
A: TruSculpt Flex can help tighten sagging skin by putting muscle directly underneath it and thus promoting better microcirculation in the area – this helps to bring elastin to the area. Clients that require mild skin tightening are very happy with the skin tightening results after the full treatment protocol of 4-6 sessions. If you require more moderate skin tightening we would recommend TruSculpt Flex in combination with another modality. It would make sense to use a device like Inmode’s Morpheaus-8, Forma, or Plus along side the truSculpt Flex.

Q: Can pregnant women use TruSculpt?
A: We will not use TruSculpt Flex on women during pregnancy. Although there are no specific risks, there are no studies done with TruSculpt Flex during pregnancy and taking any risk of any potential side efefcts during pregnancy is strongly discouraged.

Q: Will TruSculpt Flex help me with my athletic performance?
A: Electrical muscle stimulation for improving muscle function in healthy individuals and athletes, both recreational and elite, is now being documented and shows great success. truSculpt flex involves direct stimulation of muscles through the, resulting in full muscle contractions similar to voluntary contractions during physical exercise. The contractions induced by truSculpt flex are more intense than physical exercise and such rapid contractions result in increased muscle mass, strength, and tone. truSculpt will definitely improve your athletic performance.

Q: Can TruSculpt Flex help with rehabbing injuries or with people with disabilities?
A: Electrical muscle stimulation has a long documented history as a substitute for voluntary exercise to prevent muscle atrophy due to immobilization. truSculpt has been shown to successfully reduce rehabilitation time after a muscle injury. If we use the example of a full muscle tear, this will usually involve both surgery and rehabilitation to full repair. There is a time period, post surgery, where the muscles and any wounds would need to heal before muscle rehab is even possible. Lack of use would have already made the muscle group quite weak and unstable. The goal of rehabilitation is to work the muscle out slowly to promote blood supply and nutrients to the affected area. With the truSculpt Flex this process can be quicker and far less painful. With the use of Electrical Stimulation technology, truSculpt Flex can provide muscle stimulation that would otherwise take months – fast tracking recovery.

In traditional physical rehabilitation there is always a natural build-up of lactic acid in the muscle that can be very painful, especially in injured and weakened muscles. This is avoided with truSculpt as there is no lactic acid build-up at all. There is also no unnecessary wear and tear on the unused joints that are stiff from underuse.

Using truSculpt before heading back to the gym can also help rehabilitated clients avoid further injury. Weight training weakened muscles can lead to accidents due to bad form. Using truSculpt Flex first means you can re-strengthen muscles very well without any risks to your joints are surrounding muscles.

Q: Can I use truSculpt Flex to build up my Pecs?
A: You cannot use truSculpt Flex on the pectoral / chest and upper back areas because it utilizes electrical stimulation that may interfere with the electrical impulses generated by your heart – this could result in an irregular heart rhythm.

Q: Should I take supplements before or after my truSculpt Session?
A: The key recommendation that we make to all our patients is that they should be well hydrated both before and after the truSculpt treatments. You do not need to take any specific supplements before or after treatment however if you have certain supplements that you routinely take, be sure to let our team members know during the consultation process.

High quality protein powders have been shown to improve muscle growth and recovery and can be effectively used post workout, within 30 minutes.

Q: Will TruSculpt Flex Make Me look too Bulky?
A: It is amazing how many clients worry about getting “too big”. The reality is that the truSculpt Flex would need to be used for months to build up massive bulk. The 4-6 sessions that most patients do will give up to a 33% increase in lean muscle to the treated area. You would already have to be very muscular to feel ‘bulky’ post treatments.

Q: Should I avoid working out before or after a TruSculpt Flex Treatment?
A: You should think of your TruSculpt session as an actual workout. In that case, it makes sense to allow the muscle proper rest both before the treatment and after the treatment. With TruSculpt the muscle will be very fatigued but will not be extremely tight because there is no lactic acid build-up in the muscle itself.

Q: What is the difference between TruSculpt Flex and EmSculpt?
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Q: What is the difference between TruSculpt Flex and Cool Sculpting?
A: People will often ask for a comparison between TruSculpt ID and CoolSculpting. Both of these devices use fat reduction technologies. The TruSculpt FLEX is not a fat reduction device. It is a device that effectively builds muscle. This new muscle mass will improve your metabolism and have you looking more toned and lean. Remember that muscle is the best metabolic booster that you body has.

Q: Are truSculpt Flex Consultations Complimentary?
A: At LipDoctor all of our consultations are complimentary. We believe it is our responsibility to provide you with accurate, specific information regarding the treatments that you are interested in. We will provide you with guidance and advice that produce the best outcomes.

Q: Do you offer Packaged Body Contouring Pricing for TruSculpt with Body Fx, Morpheus 8, Forma or Kybella?
A: We always offer packaged pricing for patients who wish to access more than one type of treatment. During the consultation we will package our services and provide you with a price quote upfront with no surprises coming later on.

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