Sound waves and muscle zaps aim to tighten sagging skin without surgery
NCT ID NCT07685821
First seen Jul 06, 2026 · Last updated Jul 09, 2026 · Updated 3 times
Summary
This study tests whether a single treatment with the SofWave device—which combines high-intensity ultrasound and electrical muscle stimulation—can tighten loose skin and reduce wrinkles by stimulating fibroblasts, the cells that produce collagen. Ten healthy adults aged 35 to 60 with mild to moderate skin laxity will receive one treatment and provide skin biopsies to measure tissue changes. The goal is to see if the treatment triggers natural remodeling of the skin without the need for surgery.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- SofWave ultrasound device with Pure Impact EMS module
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could offer a non-surgical option for tightening loose skin and reducing facial wrinkles.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small early study with only 10 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The treatment involves skin biopsies and may cause temporary redness or swelling.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Dermatology Cosmetic Laser Associates of La Jolla, Inc
San Diego, California, 92121, United States
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