Fat Cavitation Treatment is one of the various weight loss and fat reduction methods available today. These methods are crucial for people who wish to keep their weight in check. Some are programs created by a nutritionist or health expert on the best way to achieve your goals. These programs may be tiresome, while others may involve risks that could place you in a bigger problem than before.
Finding an appropriate and easy alternative can be difficult, but not anymore. Avané Clinic, Nairobi, brings you ultrasonic fat cavitation treatment. This is an effective body contouring treatment used to reduce localized body fat and help you attain your desired body shape.
Ultrasonic fat cavitation is a type of body contouring treatment used to target stubborn fat cells under the skin. It is also called ultrasonic lipolysis. Moreover, it can also be referred to by brand names such as Liponix or UltraShape.
This procedure is non-invasive and, hence, involves no incisions or hospitalization. This means that it generally has a faster recovery compared to surgical procedures. It also means that the results of the procedure cannot be instantly seen but may take some time to become noticeable. It is a non-surgical alternative to surgical methods of fat reduction such as liposuction.
Ultrasonic fat cavitation uses ultrasound technology to target fat deposits below the skin. It is a non-surgical method of reducing localized fat and improving the appearance of cellulite. Fat cavitation is more of a body-sculpting procedure than a weight-loss procedure. This means that it helps target fat and improve body shape. It is, however, not intended as a weight-loss treatment.
Studies conducted on ultrasonic fat cavitation have shown that people who use the method may not experience a significant change in body weight. However, they may display changes in body fat concentration in treated areas.
The treatment involves applying ultrasonic vibrations to the fat deposits below the skin. A 40KHz ultrasound wave is used to perform this procedure. The pressure created by the ultrasound energy affects the fat cells. The resulting fatty substances are then processed by the body through its normal metabolic and lymphatic processes.
This procedure is mostly performed on areas such as the stomach, hips, face, neck, upper arms and thighs.
How Does Fat Cavitation Treatment Work?
Fat Cavitation Treatment tones and contours the body using radio frequencies and low-frequency ultrasonic waves. These waves are applied to fat deposits under the skin. The ultrasound energy affects the fat deposits, after which the body processes the resulting substances through its normal metabolic and lymphatic systems.
The fat deposits are changed into glycerol and free fatty acids. Glycerol may then be reused by the body, while free fatty acids are transported to the liver and processed by the body.
How to Prepare for a Fat Cavitation Treatment Procedure
You first need to visit our clinic for a consultation session. Here, the attending doctor will ask you questions about your health, medical history, diet, lifestyle and other related factors. These will be insightful in helping them understand your specific condition.
The doctor may perform some tests and even assess your BMI. Furthermore, the doctor engages you in a discussion about your expectations and goals for seeking such treatment. They discuss the procedure with you while explaining the requirements, benefits and possible side effects.
Additionally, the doctor gives you precautionary measures to take before and after the procedure. These help in supporting the effectiveness of the procedure and may also aid recovery.
You may be advised not to drink alcohol for at least 48 hours before the procedure. Furthermore, you may be advised to avoid nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen, before treatment depending on your individual circumstances.
You may also be advised to drink plenty of water before and after the procedure.
How Is the Fat Cavitation Treatment Procedure Done?
The ultrasonic fat cavitation process is done as an outpatient treatment program at the doctor’s office. Depending on the area being treated, the doctor might request you to undress and wear a paper gown.
You will then be asked to lie on the procedure table, and a comfortability test is performed. The doctor may clean the area under treatment using an appropriate solution. They then slowly and carefully pass the handheld ultrasound device over the body part being treated.
This procedure takes about 40–60 minutes, depending on the area being treated.
What to Expect and the Recovery
During Fat Cavitation Treatment, you might feel a little warmth as the ultrasound waves pass through your body. The device may also produce a low buzzing sound.
After the procedure, you are generally free to go home. You may be able to drive and go about your normal activities, depending on your healthcare professional’s advice.
Some people may experience temporary effects such as mild pain, bruising, redness or swelling. These effects are generally temporary.
The Results
You should not expect to see the results of Fat Cavitation Treatment immediately after the procedure. This is because it takes time for your body to process the changes following treatment.
Some people may also require repeated sessions of the treatment to improve the overall results. In some cases, results may become visible from the 6th to 12th week after treatment.
The results can be long-lasting when accompanied by a healthy and responsible lifestyle. However, this does not stop the body from creating new fat cells or depositing fat in the previously treated area.
One must therefore watch their lifestyle after treatment to support healthy living and maintain their body. At Avané Clinic, we may couple this treatment with nutritional advice to help our clients achieve their treatment goals and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Good Candidates for Fat Cavitation Treatment
An ideal candidate for Fat Cavitation Treatment should be in good overall health, should not smoke and should have realistic expectations.
Additionally, the BMI range for an ideal candidate should be between 18.5–24.9, depending on the treatment plan and clinical assessment.
Fat cavitation is not suitable for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers. It may also not be recommended for people with certain medical conditions, malignancies, cardiac pacemakers or other metal implants.
People with coagulation disorders, infections or wounds in the area to be treated may also need to avoid the procedure.
A consultation with a healthcare professional is necessary to determine whether the treatment is appropriate for you.
Benefits of Fat Cavitation Treatment
The procedure has little to no downtime. It is non-invasive and involves no surgical incisions. This means that it does not involve the scars associated with surgical procedures.
It is also non-surgical and generally does not require anaesthesia. Additionally, the results take effect gradually, allowing for a more discreet treatment process.
The procedure may also be considered an option for people looking to target localized areas of fat without undergoing surgery.
Disadvantages of Fat Cavitation Treatment
Fat Cavitation Treatment may result in less overall weight loss compared with invasive methods such as liposuction. This procedure may also be less suitable for people who are obese or have a significant amount of weight to lose.
Moreover, it may need to be complemented with other weight-management approaches to achieve desired body-contouring goals. It can also be difficult to determine the exact amount of fat lost.
Fat cavitation may involve minor temporary side effects such as redness, bruising, headaches or swelling. In some cases, uneven areas, lumps or bumps may appear after treatment.
Takeaway Note.
Despite your best efforts at weight loss and fat reduction programs, there might be some obstinate fat particles that just refuse to go away. You don’t have to stress over them anymore. Through the ultrasonic fat cavitation treatment, Avané clinic can take that worry off your shoulders. Visit us today at the Yaya centre in Nairobi and consult with Dr Pancholi or any other one of our trained, qualified and certified medics. Feel free to contact us to book an appointment for consultation or treatment or make enquiries about our amazing services.