Body Contouring
What is body contouring?
Body contouring consists of using cavitation, radio frequency and lymphatic drainage to not only decrease fat cells but also helps to improve the elasticity of skin. Each treatment option has exceptional results and improvement on any body locations that are worked on. A break down of how each treatment works are listed below.
Cavitation.
Cavitation uses ultrasonic sound to emit low frequency vibrations of 40 kHz that produce a strong wave of pressure into fat cells and shake the cells until they lose their structure and rupture, thus eliminating the fat cell. Once this is done, the fat cells become a liquid content that leaves the body through normal channels of the body’s metabolism.
Scientific term: Ultrasonic cavitation technology enables concentrated sonic energy to be directed only at localized treatment areas, and thus capable of selectively disrupting the subcutaneous fat cells. The fat cells are then broken down into interstitial fluid that is metabolized into glycerol and free fatty acids. Water soluble glycerol travels into the circulatory system to generate energy while insoluble free fatty acids enter the liver to be decomposed like any other simple fatty acids.
Vacuum Radiofrequency
Radio frequency supports the metabolism pf large fat granules that are previously ruptured by cavitation, forcing the excertion of triglycerides and triggering of skin tightening. During this process, the dermis and subcutaneous layer are heated simultaneously, forcing collagen fibers to contract. The contracting fibers pull on and tighten the skin, creating an immediate effect. This also helps to produce new collagen fibers. RF energy enters into the skin and decreases wrinkle depth by thickening the skin where there are thicker indentations, resulting in a firmer and contoured appearance.
Lymphatic Drainage Massage
After vacuum radio-frequency, a rotating lymphatic massage modality is used. The rotating hand piece provides a warm sensation to the area being treated while helping to eliminate toxins and tissue waste. Since this increases blood circulation, cell metabolism in the cells is also sped up and the productions of collagen and connective tissue is even further improved. Since the hand-piece rotates during this step, it eliminates the possibility of over heating the skin and provides a relaxing experience. By applying and releasing pressure over the lymph vessels, lymph fluid is moved towards the nearest lymph nodes which assists with removal of waste products and the appearance of any puffiness or water retention. This process also increases the production of fresh oxygen and nutrients to the area being treated. In return, the process helps combat capillary congestion and the prevention of couperose skin and rosacea.