There are various weight loss and fat reduction methods available for use today. They are crucial for people who would wish to keep their weight in check. These methods are programs created by a nutritionist or a health expert on the best way to achieve your goal. The programs may be tiresome, and others may involve risks that may place you in a bigger problem than before. Finding an appropriate and easy alternative is hard, but not anymore. Avané clinic, Nairobi brings you ultrasonic fat cavitation treatment. This is an effective treatment used to reduce body fat and helps you attain your desired body type.
Ultrasonic fat cavitation is a type of body contouring treatment, used to remove stubborn fat cells under your skin. It is also called ultrasonic lipolysis. Moreover, it can also be referred to by its brand names, which are Liponix or Ultrashape. This procedure is non-invasive, and hence involves no incisions and no hospitalization. This means that it has a faster recovery. It also means that the result of the procedure cannot be instantly seen, but take some time to be noticeable. It is a safer alternative to surgical methods of fat reduction such as liposuction.
Ultrasonic fat cavitation uses ultrasound technology to break down fat particles below the skin. It is a non-surgical method of reducing localised fat and cellulite. Fat cavitation is more of a body sculpting procedure than a weight loss procedure. This means that it helps one lose fat and get the desired body shape. It is however not effective as a weight loss procedure. Studies conducted show that people who use the ultrasonic fat cavitation method, showed no significant change in body weight. However, they displayed a significant change in their body fat concentration.
The treatment involves applying pressure on the fat particles below the skin, through ultrasonic vibrations. A 40KHz ultrasound wave is used to perform this procedure. The pressure is high enough, and the fat cells cannot withstand it. They are forced to break down into a liquid form. The liquid fat can then be excreted normally, through the lymphatic system. it is taken to the liver where it is excreted as waste. Later on, it is drained as waste from the body, in form of urine. This procedure is mostly performed on the stomach, hips, face, neck upper arm and thighs.
How does ultrasonic fat cavitation work?
Ultrasonic cavitation tones the body using radio frequencies and low-frequency ultrasonic waves. These waves form bubbles around fat deposits under the skin. The bubbles then burst, breaking the fat deposits into the interstitial and lymphatic systems where they are drained. The fat deposits are changed into glycerol and free fatty acids. Glycerol is then reused by the body while free fatty acids travel to the liver and are excreted as waste.
How to prepare for a fat cavitation 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 questions. These will be insightful in helping them understand your specific condition. They may perform some tests and even read 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, possible side effects, etc.
Additionally, the doctor gives you precautionary measures to take before and after the procedure. These help in increasing the effectiveness of the procedure, while also aiding in enhancing a quick recovery. You will not be expected 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 for at least 2 weeks before the procedure. You will also be required to drink a lot of water before and after the procedure. This helps increase the rate at which the body flashes out the waste.
How is the 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 done. The doctor may sterilize the area under treatment using alcohol. He then slowly but carefully passes over the handheld ultrasound device over the body part being treated. This procedure takes about 40-60 minutes.
What to expect and the recovery.
During the procedure, you might feel a little warmth as the ultrasound waves are passes through your body. The device also processes low buzzing sounds. After the procedure, you are free to go home. It is safe for you to drive and go about your normal business, hence you won’t need a ride home. One might feel pain and slight bruising, but these are temporary and minimal. Furthermore, the body might be swollen or puffy for a while.
The results.
You should not expect to see the result of the procedure immediately after. This is because it takes time for your body to break down, dissolve and pass out the dislodged fat cells. One might also require repeated sessions of the treatment to increase the effectiveness of the treatment. In most cases, the results are visible from the 6th to 12th week after treatment. These results are permanent since the dislodged fat cells cannot grow back.
However, this doesn’t stop the body from making new fat cells and depositing them on the previously treated area. One must watch their lifestyle post-treatment to ensure that one maintains healthy living and a healthy body. At Avané clinic, we couple this treatment with nutritional advice to help our clients achieve highly effective treatment. This also helps them maintain their bodies after treatment.
Good candidates for fat cavitation.
An ideal candidate for fat cavitation should be in good overall health, shouldn’t smoke and should have realistic expectations. Additionally, the BMI range for an ideal candidate should be between 18.5- 24.9. Fat cavitation is not safe for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers. It is also not recommended for people with a skinfold of lower than 2 cm and individuals with malignancies. Fat cavitation is not recommended for people with cardiac pacemakers and other metal implants. People with coagulation disorders and individuals with infections or wounds in the area to be treated are also not allowed to have fat cavitation.
Benefits of fat cavitation.
The procedure has little to no downtime. Its results are permanent and they last longer provided one maintains a healthy and responsible lifestyle. Moreover, fat cavitation has minimal side effects. It is non-invasive and involves no incisions. This ensures that the procedure leaves no scars and that one is not at risk of scarring. It is non-surgical and involves no use of anaesthesia. Additionally. The result takes effect gradually, hence one can keep discretion about the treatment. The procedure is also affordable and highly effective. It is safe and FDA-approved for medical and cosmetic use in body fat reduction.
Disadvantages of fat cavitation.
It has lesser loss of weight as compared to invasive methods such as liposuction. This procedure might be ineffective for obese people or individuals with a lot of weight to lose. Moreover, it requires complementing with other weight loss treatments to achieve the desired results. It is difficult to know exactly the amount of fat lost. Fat cavitation also involves minor side effects such as redness, bruising and headaches. It might take cause the appearance of lumps, bumps and valleys after the procedure. This happens when the skin does not absorb the fat evenly after it is broken down.
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.
