SHOPPING CARTWhat is VelaShape?
VelaShape is a non-surgical laser for the circumferential reduction of cellulite and fat. It is also the only FDA approved laser for body contouring, tightening and smoothing of the skin. The VelaShape is ideal for those stubborn areas of unwanted fat and cellulite on the hips, buttocks, thighs, abs, love handles, flanks, arms, and loose skin around the knees. When an active and healthy lifestyle just isn’t enough to eliminate those extra inches of fat around the hips and abs, or smooth the last few dimples of cellulite on the thighs and buttocks, VelaShape is the perfect solution with no downtime, safe and fast results!
How it Works:
VelaShape is a non-invasive medical laser designed on bi-polar technology: a combination radio frequency and infrared heat and light to deliver energy directly into the target endpoint: cellulite and fatty cells. When the heat and light are deposited into the cellulite and fatty cells, they provide an energy that begins to stimulate the metabolism in the cells, ultimately burning the fat and or cellulite.
Basically, VelaShape was designed to mimic what the body goes through during an aerobic and active state. For instance, when a person increases their cardio through jogging, they begin to burn calories and ultimately burn fat. This is because the metabolism in the cells has received enough heat and energy to begin breaking down the fatty deposits. The VelaShape mimics that exact process by delivering heat and light (radio frequency and infrared) in the target cells, providing maximum energy in a localized area. This intense energy then begins to increase the metabolism within fat and cellulite cells, ultimately burning fat or cellulite.
The VelaShape also has a second component to it: cell stimulation through suction and massage. This was explicitly designed to penetrate the lymphatic system to ultimately reduce cellulite and fatty cells, while significantly improving the texture of the skin.
Although VelaShape is non-surgical and therefore, does not permanently remove the cellulite and fatty cells, the size of the cell is still stimulated and reduced through the VelaShape process.
This enables the results to be maintained through proper diet, exercise, and future maintenance treatments are also strongly encouraged.
Required Treatments:
VelaShape technology typically it requires a minimum of 6-8 treatments to achieve optimum results. However, the accurate treatment plan and number of treatments required is customized on a per client basis. This is determined by our medical staff upon evaluation of:
- The area(s) being treated
- Type of treatment orientation- cellulite, fat, or both
- Goal - desired amount of cellulite and fat reduction
- Candidacy for VelaShape
Candidacy for VelaShape:
Candidacy for VelaShape is determined during a face-to-face consultation with a member of our medically trained staff and professional consultants.
During the consultation the client’s Body Mass Index (BMI) ratio, weight and measurements will be taken and documented- protected under HIPPA for highest level of confidentiality.
Candidates for VelaShape
- Must have a BMI ratio of 25% or less. Optimum results are seen in candidates of 25% BMI ratio and less. In other words, within 30 lbs of your goal weight. To calculate the BMI, take the weight and divide it into the height.
Example: 130 lb and 5’5 woman: 130/5.5 = 23.63% = Ideal Candidate - Must live an active and healthy lifestyle. Exercise and diet is mandatory for best results.
- Best Results for candidates between ages 25-45
Cellulite and Fat Classification:
Ideal Classification - Cellulite
If cellulite is only present when standing or “squeezing” body area, but disappears when lying down or relaxing area, it is ideal for the VelaShape to breakdown and metabolizes cellulite and fat within the cells.
Not Ideal Classification - Cellulite
If cellulite is always constant and present when lying down and relaxing, it may be more stubborn and difficult to eliminate.
*However, reduction and softening of skin texture and appearance of cellulite can still be achieved, but expectations are set accordingly.
Ideal Classification - Fat…“If you can pinch an inch or two”
VelaShape is also ideal for body contouring of unwanted fat and is FDA cleared for inches lost. The best candidates will have smaller “fatty areas” that can be pinched and measured in a one to two inch scale. VelaShape is also for those candidates who exercise regularly and maintain a healthy lifestyle, but still haven’t been able to loose those “final inches”.
Not Ideal Classification - Fat...”If you can grab a handful or two”
For those candidates who are higher than a BMI ratio of 30%, and are more than 30 lbs from their goaled weight, it is strongly encouraged to get closer to that goal for optimum results. VelaShape is not surgical and not for significant weight and fat loss.
Treatment Protocol:
VelaShape is done once a week, for a minimum of six weeks. Results are typically not seen until the 4th treatment, and it is imperative treatments are consistent with the once-a-week protocol.
Recommendations:
Drinking alcohol and smoking in excess during the procedure is strongly discouraged as it dehydrates the body and cell, and restricts the blood flow. This reduces the chance for optimum results for cellulite and fat reduction.
Exercise and a healthy diet must be implemented during the VelaShape treatment plan, i.e. “Whatever You put into VelaShape, VelaShape puts into You.”
Maintenance treatments are strongly encouraged. Just like working out, you must “maintain your results” through supplement VelaShape treatments.
For more information, or to discover if you’re an ideal candidate for VelaShape, please schedule your complimentary consultation today.
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