Ultrasound Cavitation and Radio Frequency
Ultrasound Cavitation is a treatment used to target and destroy stubborn fat cells, in a non-invasive way, that doesn't cause pain. The treatment uses ultrasound waves at a frequency of 40kHz damage the membranes of our fat cells, which causes the fat liquid to spill out into our lymphatic system. This is then metabolised by our liver and secreted from the body through our urinary system.
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Radio Frequency is used to retighten our skin and improve the appearance of cellulite. Electrical impulses are used to heat the dermis, the deepest layer of the skin without damaging the epidermis to stimulate new collagen growth and provide improvement in skin laxity and appearance, to remodel and enhance dermal density. the generated heat causes local contraction of the collagen fibres, thereby immediately tightening the skin to remodel and rejuvenate. the local fibroblasts stimulate collagen formation by heating the dermis and it then acts as a new deep foundation for the skin. This produces further delaying tightening which becomes evidence over a few months. In addition the warming of the subcutaneous fat will retract the fat cells allowing a release of fatty acids. Therefore, for the most effective treatment, whenever offing inch loss treatments it is recommended that both cavitation and RF is completed in a single treatment to enhance results.
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Disclaimer: This treatment is to help remove stubborn fat, but needs the individual to maintain a health diet and complete regular exercise to achieve desired results.
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Benefits:
Skin Texture
Body Contour and reshaping
Improves Cellulite
Tightening skin
Stimulates new collagen
Fat burning
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Possible Side Effects:
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Ringing in ears
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Increase in the need to urinate
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Increase in energy: as the body burns the excess fat it turns into energy. Use this energy to exercise to improve results further.
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Sensation of heat: caused by energy production from broken fat cells. This will stop shortly after treatment.
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Stinging on the surface of the skin: this may occur during treatment as nerves in the epidermis can react to the conductive gel. This will only be slight and stop after treatment.
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Redness to the surface of the skin can last for around 2hours post treatment
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May be some minor swelling due to trauma of the subcutaneous fat but will subside, normally within 24hours.
Areas that can be Treated
Abdomen
Flanks
Bra Bulge
Upper Arms
Inner/Outer Thighs
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What to Expect on the Day
On the day treatment, medical history and consent forms will be completed.
The area to be treated will be identified.
Before pictures will be taken for insurance purposes and to see your journey.
Measurements of the area will be taken, and weight.
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Treatment Part 1 (Cavitation: targeting fat cells)
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Conductive gel will be added to the area, towels will be used to maintain your dignity.
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Timer will be set to 20 mins, the lower end of intensity will be selected at first, and will be worked up to a comfortable level for yourself.
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When the cavitation tool is applied to the stomach you will hearing a buzzing sound inside your ear, the intensity of the machine can be adjusted to make this more comfortable.
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The cavitation tool will be swept over the area in lines or circle movements for 20minutes.
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Treatment Part 2 (RF: toning and firming)
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Timer will be set to 20 minutes, again with the intensity set at the lower level, and increased according to yourself.
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Small circular movements will be used.
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The probe gets hot, but the intensity can be adjusted.
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The conductive gel with will removed at the end of the treatment and a lymphatic drainage massage will be completed.
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Pre and Post Care Advice
Pre-Treatment Advice:
2-3 days prior
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Drink 2l of water each day
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Do not binge eat
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Do not consume alcohol the day before treatment
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Day of Treatment:
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Keep hydrated with water
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Do not drink caffeine or carbonated drinks 3-4hours prior to session
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Do not eat a heavy meal or anything 2 hours prior to session
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Post Treatment:​
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Drink plenty water 2l plus
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Do not eat for 1 hour after treatment
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Follow a low fat and reduced carbohydrate diet
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Avoid animal fats such as butter and cheese.
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Avoid carbohydrates such as white bread, rice, pasta and deserts
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Include more protein into your meals
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increase consumption of fruit and vegetables
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Exercise following treatment to stimulate lymphatic activity
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Skin brushing daily prior to shower or bath and improve results
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Avoid alcohol for at least 24hours post treatment