摘要

Objectives: This article aims to present a comprehensive review of the current literature, including technical details, clinical indications, case analyses, anticipated outcomes, and potential side effects associated with this combined High-Intensity Focused Electromagnetic energy (HIFEM) and radiofrequency (RF) technology. Introduction: Emerging technologies combining High-Intensity Focused Electromagnetic (HIFEM) Energy with Radiofrequency are designed to build muscle mass and reduce fat simultaneously. The goal of this article is to provide a current literature review with some technical details, indications, case analyses including expected outcomes and side effects. Materials / method: A literature review was performed on Pubmed with the following keywords: High-Intensity Focused Electromagnetic (HIFEM) Energy; Radiofrequency. Overall, seven articles could be retrieved. HIFEM technology stimulates satellite cells (muscle stem cells), promotes the development of new muscle fibers, and induces adipocyte apoptosis. The radiofrequency component heats the adipocytes to temperatures between 40-45°C, triggering their apoptosis and tightening the skin. The body naturally eliminates these dead fat cells over time. Common treatment areas include the abdomen, buttocks, thighs, armes an Results: Studies show that patient satisfaction exceeds 80%. An average fat reduction of around 30%, a 25% increase in muscle mass, and a 19% reduction in abdominal circumference have been reported after four weekly sessions. Reported side effects were blistering, thermal injury, local erythema, and muscle fatigue. Those results were in line with our analyses: Patient satisfaction was high. Only a few patients reported mild to moderate discomfort during the treatment. Conclusion: High-Intensity Focused Electromagnetic (HIFEM) Energy with Radiofrequency treatments are safe and effective for all skin types, requiring no anesthesia, causing minimal pain and downtime. They provide an ideal non-surgical option for body contouring and can even be applied as an adjunct after high-definition surgical procedures to maintain a long-term result.