– WHAT IS ELECTRIC MUSCLE STIMULATION (EMS)?

EMS is the elicitation of muscle contraction using electric impulses. Does it sound too scientific? It’s actually quite simple. The impulses are generated by a device and delivered through electrodes to the skin surface above the muscles to be stimulated. The impulses cause the muscles to contract, so the result is similar to the actual movement and regular contractions of the muscles. EMS training can be used for conditioning and strengthening of muscles, it is truly the training of the 21st century.

– HOW DOES EMS TRAINING WORK?

During traditional strength training the brain sends impulses which stimulate certain muscles to contract. However, not all muscles have a well-developed connection to the brain and these muscles are not activated as easily and therefore they will not develop so well. EMS Training stimulates all the major muscle groups and also helps to develop the motor nerve connections relating to muscle movement. By sending electric impulses directly to these motor nerves, even the weakly connected muscles are activated. Because muscle fibers are activated in a non-regular order with EMS Training, a more intense level of training is enabled from the start, which creates more muscle fiber at an accelerated rate. More active muscle tissue requires more energy intake which therefore burns more calories, even at rest!

– IS EMS TRAINING SAFE?

When used as indicated, EMS training is safe!

– CONTRAINDICATIONS: WHO SHOULD NOT USE EMS TRAINING?

The usage of XBody Newave is contraindicated in the following conditions:

• If you are equipped with a cardiac pacemaker, defibrillator, or other implanted metallic or electronic device.
• If you are epileptic or you have any nervous system disorder.
• If you have recently been victim of an acute trauma (less than 6 months).
• If you have recently been subject to a surgical procedure (less than 6 months).
• If you are pregnant.
• If you have blood flow deficiency or critical ischemia in your lower limbs.
• If you have an abdominal or inguinal hernia.
• If you suffer from cancer or cancerous lesions.
• If you have any suspected or diagnosed cardiac problems or diseases.
• If you have severe hemophilia.
• If you have thrombosis tendencies (thrombophilia, blood clots issues, etc.).
• If you have any acute or chronic infections.
• If you have any joint showing a decrease in its range of motion.
• If you have painful or afflicted joints.
• If you have atrophied or painful muscles.
• If you have muscle spasms.
• If you need muscle reeducation.
• If you have fever.
• If you are consuming drugs or alcohol regularly.

– PRECAUTIONS: WHO SHOULD SPEAK TO THEIR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER PRIOR TO EMS USE?

Consult with your healthcare provider prior to use if you:

• Have had or currently have any health conditions or concerns.
• Are taking any medications, including but not limited to prescription drugs, non-prescription (over-the-counter) drugs, supplements, herbals, or any other remedies.
• Have had or are planning to have any medical procedures.