Powered muscle stimulators: an investigation into newly FDA 510(k) approved devices marketed for muscle toning and esthetic benefit.
PMID: 30799667 ·
Albert P Manudhane, Sophie Wang, Harib H Ezaldein, Jeffrey F Scott
JournalThe Journal of dermatological treatment
Year
PMID30799667
Abstract
Introduction: Powered muscle stimulators have been popularized in recent years due to their muscle toning effects. This study aims to describe marketing trends and reporting of adverse effects of powered muscle stimulators.Methods: We performed a cross-sectional retrospective analysis of records from the United States FDA database for 510(k) premarket approval of powered muscle stimulators between January 1, 2000 and December 31, 2018. The FDA MAUDE database was reviewed for adverse events repor
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