What is the VelaSmooth™?
The VelaSmooth is the first Class II medical device cleared by the FDA for the treatment of cellulite. The VelaSmooth combines vacuum suction, mechanical rollers, and heating through infrared light and bipolar RF energy. Reduction in cellulite and contouring of lipodystrophies (unwanted lumps, bumps and bulges) are the treatment goals for VelaSmooth.
How does the VelaSmooth™ work?
Vacuum suction and massage from the mechanical rollers draw circulation into the local area for increased oxygen availability, as well as manipulation of the tissue for drainage of trapped fluids through the lymphatic system. Heat from the infrared light source and the bi-polar RF is deployed into the hypodermis to facilitate the use of energy from adipocytes in this layer. Use of these stored triglycerides results in the shrinkage of the actual fat cell and reduces the total volume within the fat chamber. This is how cellulite appears reduced even after only a few treatment sessions. Focal aggressive treatment to specific lipodystrophic areas such as “love handles” and “saddlebags” results in contouring of the area. There is often visible and measurable contouring of the lumps and bumps as evidenced by post-treatment photos, girth measurements, and what most patients love the most….how their favorite pair of jeans seem to fit much better!
What is cellulite?
Cellulite is a phenomenon which occurs primarily in women but sometimes in men as well. Uneven tension within the hypodermal layer of fat creates an uneven skin surface and dimpling. Hypertrophied adipocytes, trapped lymph and poor circulation all contribute to the cellulite phenomenon.
How does the VelaSmooth improve the appearance of cellulite?
The VelaSmooth combines gentle light and radio frequency energies (elōsTM) with mechanical rollers and vacuum suction to manipulate the superficial fat tissue layer that contributes to cellulite. The heat from the light and RF energies increases metabolism of this fatty layer and shrinks the size of fat cells. The mechanical rollers and vacuum suction act on the blood vessels to increase circulation to the local area, as well as massaging the skin to achieve a smoother, less dimpled surface appearance.
What results can one expect from the VelaSmooth treatment?
Gradual improvement of cellulite in treated areas, firmer and tighter skin surface is also reported. Most patients notice re-contouring of areas such as saddlebags, love handles which are measurable by a reduction in circumference or girth. Added benefits of treatment include improved circulation and relief from muscles aches in the treated areas.
How often are treatments done?
The initial treatment series consists of 16 treatment sessions- treatments are performed twice a week. Some patients see the improvements as soon as 10-12 sessions, others may need the full 16 sessions. Maintenance treatments are typically done once a month after the initial series in order to keep up the results achieved. Each treatment session is between 45-60 minutes long but this time varies depending on your size and how many treatment sites are indicated.
How many treatments are needed?
Most patients achieve noticeable improvement after 10 sessions, and first start seeing a difference after the first few treatment sessions. Treatments are performed twice weekly. Some patients with more severe cellulite or lipodystrophy would benefit after 12-16 sessions in the initial treatment series. Maintenance treatments are done monthly thereafter.
What happens after each treatment?
The treated area may appear flushed or pink from the heat for a short while, and may feel warm for several hours after treatment. One can resume normal activities immediately.
How does the patient tolerate VelaSmooth™ treatments?
The treatment is comfortable; it feels like a warm deep tissue massage for most patients. There is some pinkness to the skin and the areas feel warm for a short while after a completed treatment session. Normal activities are resumed immediately.
Is treatment with the VelaSmooth™ safe?
Treatment is very safe for all skin colors and can be performed even on tanned skin. There are no long-term health hazards from light or RF energies.
Who should get VelaSmooth™ treatment for cellulite?
Anyone who wants improvement of the appearance of cellulite in the thighs, hips, buttocks, abdomen or upper arms. Contouring of unwanted bulges and disproportionate fatty areas is also a benefit of Velasmooth treatments. The effects of body contouring and reduction of girth for some patients may be enhanced by compliance to healthy lifestyle.
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