The muscle-stimulation technology was incorporated into Hungarian astronaut Tibor Kapu’s conditioning regimen ahead of his upcoming mission to the International Space Station.
BTL announced that its flagship device, Emsculpt Neo, played a role in astronaut preparation ahead of a spaceflight. As a result of the cooperation between BTL Hungary and Hungarian to Orbit program, Emsculpt Neo was incorporated into Hungarian research astronaut Tibor Kapu’s intensive pre-flight training program to prepare for his upcoming mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS).
“Studies show astronauts lose up to 30% of muscle mass in orbit, depending on the duration of the mission. Emsculpt Neo has been an essential part of physical conditioning and rehabilitation, helping us maximize both muscle performance and recovery,” says Dr. Nóra Sydó, a cardiologist and sports medicine specialist from Semmelweis University, Budapest, who led the astronaut training team, in a release.
Emsculpt Neo was part of a conditioning protocol designed to improve endurance, strength, balance, and recovery. “This technology gave us results beyond traditional training. Medical tests showed muscle hypertrophy, improved body composition, and increased cardiopulmonary fitness,” says Sydó, who also serves as team doctor for Hungary’s Olympic swimming team and several national sports clubs.
Developed by BTL, Emsculpt Neo is a patented muscle-stimulation technology. It is used by thousands of medical practices across multiple specialties, ranging from aesthetics and functional medicine to specialized medical centers.
“This is a proud moment. Our mission is to improve patients’ lives through innovation. The fact that our technologies have supported humans on their way to space is further testimony to the positive impact our devices have on society,” says Tomas Schwarz, CEO of the BTL Enterprise Group, in a release.
While involvement in astronaut training is a milestone, the benefits of the device extend beyond, says Sydó. “Whether it’s an astronaut, an Olympic champion, or a patient facing muscle loss, Emsculpt Neo can be an effective, safe, and non-invasive complementary solution to preserve and enhance muscle function,” says Sydó in a release.
Photo caption: Emsculpt Neo was incorporated into Hungarian research astronaut Tibor Kapu’s intensive pre-flight training program to prepare for his upcoming mission aboard the International Space Station.
Photo credit: BTL
