Frequently Asked Questions about Electromagnetic Neuromuscular Stimulation with Wonder and their answers

What is the Wonder® electromagnetic neuromuscular stimulation device?

The Wonder® device is an electronic system designed and manufactured for bodybuilding, body toning, muscle recovery, and overall body enhancement. It incorporates the latest technological advancements, allowing for a safe, effective, fast, and comfortable treatment.

How does the Wonder® device work?

The Wonder® device emits electromagnetic and electrical signals acting solely on skeletal muscles, both superficially and deeply, causing muscle neurostimulation. Muscle neurostimulation is involuntary muscle contraction induced by electrical stimulation. Since the central nervous system controls voluntary muscle activation and contraction by sending signals to the nerves, the effect of muscle neurostimulation is obvious. Similarly, the Wonder apparatus also uses the motor units of the muscle to cause contraction without the need for signals from the brain.

Thanks to the combination of electromagnetic radiation and neurostimulation, therapy with the Wonder® device is a very effective way to get your muscles working, achieving significant improvement in various muscle qualities:
• No cardiovascular or mental fatigue.
• With limited strain on joints and tendons, allowing a greater amount of muscle work compared to voluntary muscle movements.

What should I do before and after a Wonder® procedure?

RECOMMENDATIONS BEFORE THE THERAPY
• Drink plenty of water or fluids several hours before the procedure.
• It’s best to drink room-temperature fluids and avoid caffeinated or alcoholic beverages, as they stimulate fluid loss.
• Avoid drinking juice as the stomach has limited ability to process it.
• Do not eat right before the therapy. Wait at least 2 hours after your last meal.
• If you have any health concerns, consult your doctor before starting the therapy.
• Avoid other intense physical activity 24 hours before and after the session.

RECOMMENDATIONS AFTER THE THERAPY
• To support fast recovery and muscle development, a high intake of protein is recommended immediately after the session.
• It is important to rest after each session to allow your body to recover.
• After the session, your muscles need to regenerate their fibers, which requires more and better-absorbed nutrients.
• To achieve the best results, follow these recommendations:
- reduce or eliminate alcohol intake
- increase consumption of proteins, vitamins, and minerals that help nourish muscle mass
• Reduce the intake of simple carbohydrates
• Support toxin elimination and natural lymphatic drainage through increased aerobic activity

Is there a recovery period after the Wonder® procedure?

No. Electromagnetic neuromuscular stimulation has no recovery period. Immediately after the procedure, clients return to their daily activities, feeling fatigue similar to that after a workout.

When will I see results after a Wonder® procedure?

The first results can be noticed after just a few sessions, while significant improvements appear with accumulated Wonder® treatments – similar to fitness, the more sessions you complete, the better the results. The outcomes also depend on muscle structure, the condition of the body before starting therapy, lifestyle, nutrition, mental state, and more.

Usually, after the therapy, clients notice increased muscle tone, overall improvement in well-being, and sometimes what is called “muscle soreness.”

IRIDA Laser Aesthetic Center offers its clients a completely free body composition analysis using a high-end segmental body analyzer from the Japanese brand TANITA. This device tracks the results of Wonder® treatments. The measured parameters include:
• Weight (kg)
• Body fat (%)
• Segmental body fat (%)
• Muscle mass (kg)
• Segmental muscle mass (kg)
• Muscle quality (kg)
• Segmental muscle quality
• Muscle score
• Visceral fat
• Total body water (%)
• Basal metabolic rate (kcal)
• Metabolic age
• Physical rating
• Bone mass (kg)
• Body mass index (BMI)
• Pulse

How many Wonder® treatments are needed?

Since the Wonder® device is used for bodybuilding, body toning, muscle recovery, and overall body improvement, the exact number of treatments needed cannot be determined. These processes are usually long-term, and the number of sessions depends on the client’s goals and desired results. Better results are observed with the accumulation of treatments over an extended period.

At what intervals are Wonder® procedures performed?

The recommended interval between each procedure is 48 hours, with a minimum interval of 24 hours. Also, the recommended number of procedures is 1 or 2 per week.

Is the Wonder® procedure painful?

No, there is no pain during the procedure with the Wonder® device. The feeling is of a slight piercing tingling of the muscles as a result of the electromagnetic pulse. This sensation is different for different people and is controlled by the strength of the impulse set by the therapist at the beginning of the procedure.

What are the contraindications for the Wonder® procedure?

• Pregnancy or breastfeeding
• Bacterial or viral infection, flu-like symptoms, malaise, or pain
• Bone problems following acute trauma or fracture
• Cardiovascular disease, heart failure, or pacemaker
• Cardiac defibrillator or other implanted metal or electronic devices
• Skin disease, dermatitis, inflammation, irritation, etc.
• Presence of open wounds, burns, bruises, ulcers, or severe damage in the area of electrode contact
• Recent surgical interventions (within the last 4 weeks)
• Critical ischemia of the lower limbs
• Abdominal or inguinal hernia
• Serious arterial circulation problems in the lower limbs
• Sensory problems or inability to communicate
• Advanced atherosclerosis or arterial circulation disorders
• Bleeding, severe hemophilia
• Fever, acute bacterial or viral processes
• Skin damage, allergy, or other skin irritation accompanied by itching and rash
• Serious neurological diseases such as multiple sclerosis, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, spastic spinal paralysis, Parkinson's disease, epilepsy, and paralysis
• Tuberculosis
• Oncological disease (including cancerous tumors) with risk of metastasis
• Metal or synthetic implants in the area where therapy will be applied
• Thrombosis

Which areas can be treated with Wonder®?

The Wonder® device can simultaneously treat the arms, abdominal muscles, oblique muscles, glutes, front thigh muscles, and back thigh muscles.

How long does the Wonder® procedure take?

The procedure lasts 25 minutes, during which time the whole body is treated simultaneously.

Is the Wonder® procedure safe?

The procedure with the Wonder® device is completely safe for use on the arms, abdomen, waist (flaps), buttocks (including breeches) and legs, as the electromagnetic pulses penetrate through the skin only into the muscles and do not affect other parts of the body.

Are there side effects to a Wonder® procedure?

There are no side effects in treatments with the Wonder® device, except:
• Muscle pain that may occur in certain areas between 48 and 72 hours after the session.
• In rare cases, stimulation late at night can lead to difficulty falling asleep.