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Several devices have emerged in the space; however, few achieve both subcutaneous tissue reduction (SQR) and voluntary muscle increase (VMI) as measured by thickness, during the same treatment session.<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Objectives<\/jats:title>\n This article presents the results of a pilot study on a unique approach to subcutaneous tissue reduction and increasing muscle thickness using a dual-modality, energy-based device.<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Methods<\/jats:title>\n Twelve compliant patients (8 females and 4 males with an average age of 40 years) were enrolled in this single center, prospective study. All patients were treated with the dual-modality device (850\u2005nm superluminescent diode matrix and electrical muscle stimulation), with external applicators being placed over the lower abdomen. The patients received 5 weekly treatments. Ultrasound measurements, photographs, weight, and waist measurements were taken at baseline, prior to the start of the fifth treatment, and at the 2-week and 2-month follow-up visits.<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Results<\/jats:title>\n At the 2-month follow-up visit, the average SQR was 34.03% and the VMI measured 22.97% in all patients who completed the study. All patient and physician evaluations rated the results as satisfactory or better. There were no complications.<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Conclusions<\/jats:title>\n Preliminary data show this dual-modality, electrical muscle stimulation\/superluminescent diode matrix system provides both a safe and effective treatment for the reduction of subcutaneous tissue thickness and an increase in muscle definition and thickness. 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