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Frequently Asked
Questions and Answers
What are
electronic muscle stimulators?
They are state-of-the-art units that are scientifically
designed to give your muscles a fast and effective "workout".
They are lightweight, portable, and can be used almost
anywhere.
How do electronic muscle stimulators work?
Under normal exercise, the brain sends impulses to the
muscles you are using, causing them to voluntarily contract.
An Electronic Muscle Stimulation unit mimics the brain by
delivering gentle electrical pulses to your muscles, causing
them to contract and then relax, as if the message were coming
from your brain. The effects of this stimulation tone the
muscles just like regular exercise, without putting undue
stress on your back, knees, neck and other joints.
Are electronic muscle stimulators safe?
If used as directed, electronic muscle stimulators are very
safe, reliable and, in fact, have been used by the medical
community for many decades. The technology continues to be
used extensively in hospital settings, physiotherapy clinics,
and is used by chiropractors, spas and health clubs.
What do the impulses that stimulate the muscles feel
like?
Since your muscles are contracting and relaxing in a
similar fashion to regular exercise, the sensation feels very
similar to a good workout. Some have described it as a mild
tingling sensation. Remember that since you control the
strength of the impulses, you also control the amount of
stimulation and can adjust for your own comfort level.
How soon will I see results?
Within 3-to-4 weeks you should begin to see results,
although you may feel better after only a few sessions.
Electronic muscle stimulation technology suits the busy
lifestyle of many, and it is an exercise resource that can be
used regardless of time, place, weather and availability of
facilities, think about it, you can even watch television or
read a book while you exercise.
Are there any health benefits from using the
Rhythm Touch Q units?
Yes. There are many. In addition to the cosmetic effects of
shaping and toning your body, they also help to remove toxin,
improve circulation and improve posture. They provide relief
from stress and discomfort caused by overworked muscles, and
they contribute to an overall relaxed and refreshed
feeling.
Who should not use the machine?
Pregnant women, people with heart disease or pacemakers,
epileptics or seizure prone individuals or anyone with metal
plates or pins in their body must not use the Rhythm Touch Q
Muscle Stimulation unit.
Are there any age restrictions?
You can begin at any age, although individuals in their
mid-twenties up to about age 50 achieve optimum benefits.
Young children and early teens probably don’t need the
benefits of Electronic Muscle Stimulation because during the
early growing years, they are generally active enough to get
most of the exercise that is necessary for healthy growth.
Hormonal changes in the body after 50 cause muscle activity to
slow down, which is why you should proceed slowly and increase
activity gradually.
Does a doctor have to operate the machine? Or can
I?
No assistance from a physician or other technical person is
required. Although you can operate the machine safely by
yourself, please observe the warnings indicated above to avoid
the possibility of physical
harm.
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