Cellulite Reduction and Circumference Reduction with Velashape™
Approximately
80 per cent of women have some degree of cellulite, a result of
concentrated fat cells that leave a rippling effect on the skin, which
is often compared to an orange peel.
It is typically most
pronounced
around
the thighs, hips and buttocks of women. You do not need to be
overweight or a certain age to have cellulite. Even very young and very
thin women are affected.
VelaShape
VelaShape is
the 1st FDA-cleared non-invasive medical solution for circumferential
reduction* and the 1st FDA class II cleared platform for cellulite
reduction.
Clinically proven results are visible in as few as 4 treatments. The
safety and effectiveness of the technology of the VelaShape and first generation Velasmooth systems have
been demonstrated in both multi-center clinical trials and in millions of independent treatments performed on patients around the world.
An
average reduction of nearly 2 centimeters in thigh circumference
Most
patients reported no discomfort during or following treatment
VelaShape Applications:
Treat abdomen, buttocks, thighs, upper arms and neck
Circumferential reduction*
Cellulite
reduction
Body reshaping
via cellulite treatment
Post lipo-suction
treatment via circumferential reduction
Post
baby treatment via circumferential reduction
In a multi-center study, 85% of the treated
areas have reported circumferences reduction of thighs of at least
1cm; ranging up to 7.2cm in reduction.
After VelaShape Treatment:
Reduction in
size of fat cells and fat chambers (due to increased lymphatic
drainage).
VelaShape
utilizes the revolutionary elos
(electro-optical
synergy)
combined energy technology by Syneron Medical. By using Bi-Polar Radio
Frequency and Infrared Light — plus tissue mobilization combined with
suction, the appearance of cellulite is reduced and problem areas are
re-contoured. Many women find VelaShape to be a viable alternative to liposuction as a means of coutouring upper thighs and buttocks. An
alternative single treatment procedure is
Thermage CL
Cellulite
develops in the body when fat is deposited immediately below the dermis
and contained in fat chambers that can become swollen. As the fat cells
grow in size, surrounding tissue becomes compressed and hardened, making
blood circulation more difficult and trapping fluids. This causes
reduced elasticity of the adipose tissue, producing an undesirable
tension between the layers. The resulting depression of connective
tissue anchor points creates the
appearance of cellulite.
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How does VelaShape get rid of cellulite?
The
machine uses light and radio frequency to heat up fat cells,
breaking them apart and sending them to the lymph nodes for the body to
dispose of naturally. The Velashape also uses suction to gently smooth
the skin during treatment so the light and radio frequency are delivered
uniformly. Lymphatic drainage further decreases the size of fat cell
chambers.
By
reducing the number and size of fat cells and affecting the intra-fat structure,
the treated area becomes smoother and more elastic. The radio frequency
also causes a mild contraction that visually lifts and firms the area,
especially noticeable in the buttocks.
"This combined
3-part treatment offers the most advanced method of circumferential reduction
on the market today."
How much improvement can I expect?
All patients in the FDA
studies demonstrated improvement in cellulite appearance as well as
reduction in thigh circumference with an
average reduction of nearly 2 centimeters in thigh circumference.
What's a
VelaShape treatment like?
You'll lie on a table for your treatment.
Your technician will pass the VelaShape hand piece over the area with
the cellulite. This may be repeated a number of times. You will feel a strong
massaging action of the suction and possibly some warmth as the radio
frequency penetrates to the fat layer in your skin. Since this is a medical treatment
for cellulite, and far beyond the ineffective spa-type procedures, there is typically some level of
minor discomfort. The most effective levels of treatment with the best response potential
may create some temporary (and expected) bruising.
How many
treatments will I need?
The number of treatments varies for each
individual, but typically a series of 4, performed once a week for 4
weeks, offers measurable as well as visual improvement. Each treatment
generally takes only 30 to 45 minutes. Note - With the new smaller treatment handpiece, you're able to reduce the number of sessions needed to get great results. Now, too, smaller areas around the knees, the bra line or arms can benefit from
VelaShape.
How is VelaShape different from
other cellulite machines?
Other types of cellulite reduction
equipment offered only massage and suction, rendering it far less
effective. Since the infrared light and radio frequency of Velashape
actually heat the fat cells, the effect is one of dispersal and removal
of the cells - not simply a breaking up of some of the hardened tissue.
Is there downtime?
No. Syneron's VelaShape requires no time
"off". You may return to your regular activities immediately.
