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The following is a summary of “Simultaneous Application of Synchronized Radiofrequency and High-Intensity Facial Electromagnetic Stimulation Technology Improves the Tone of Facial Muscles, as Assessed by Ultrasound Echo Intensity: A Pilot Study,” published in the April 2025 issue of Aesthetic Surgery Journal Open Forum by Halaas. 

The condition of facial muscles plays a key role in maintaining youthful contours and enhancing overall facial aesthetics.  

Researchers conducted a retrospective study to determine whether High-Intensity Facial Electromagnetic Stimulation (HIFES^TM) combined with synchronized radiofrequency (RF) therapy effectively improved the tone and quality of targeted facial muscles.  

They included 10 adults (2 males and 8 females) who underwent 4 non-invasive treatments using HIFES^TM combined with synchronized RF. Facial photographs and ultrasound scans of the frontalis and zygomaticus major muscles were taken at baseline, post-treatment, and at 1- and 3-month follow-ups to assess muscle echo intensity. Patient comfort and satisfaction were rated on a 7-point Likert scale, and pain was measured using a 10-point Visual Analog Pain Scale.  

The results showed a significant reduction in echo intensity of both the zygomaticus major muscle and frontalis muscle at 3 months (P<0.005), indicating improved muscle quality and resting tone. The Global Aesthetic Improvement Scale revealed at least a 1-point improvement in 87.5% of participants in 3 months. Treatment was reported as comfortable, with 87.5% expressing high satisfaction.  

Investigators concluded that the concurrent application of HIFES^TM and Synchronized RF effectively stimulated the facial elevator muscles, potentially leading to an improvement in quality. 

Source: academic.oup.com/asjopenforum/advance-article/doi/10.1093/asjof/ojaf028/8123043