VelaShape

VELASHAPE CARE INSTRUCTIONS

The VelaShape Cellulite Treatment system combines radio-frequency and infra-red light plus tissue mobilization and suction to recontour problem areas.
– Contraindications include: pregnancy, recent tanning (within 7 days before the treatment), Accutane use within the last 3 months, diabetes (we do not treat below the knees), chemo or radiation therapy, pacemaker, internal defibrillator, metal device in the area to be treated, blood clots of a history of blood clots, HIV positive (a letter of clearance is needed), children under the age of 12, or treatment on a body part which has decreased feeling or numbness.

Pre-Treatment Instructions:

• Avoid eating 2 hours prior to treatment if you are treating your stomach/abdomen area.
• Drink (1 gallon) of water per day and follow a low fat diet to maximize your results.
• Avoid aspirin or anticoagulants if possible as they may cause bruising with a suction device.
• Unprotected sun exposure to the treatment area 2 weeks prior to treatment can result in complications such as skin burns. SPF 50 is required on the treatment area if it is exposed to the sun.
• Exfoliate the treatment area the day of your treatment.
• Avoid creams, moisturizers, self-tanners or any other topical products on the area to be treated.
• Discontinue the use of Accutane for six (6) months prior to treatment.
• If you are pregnant, we will need to postpone your treatment. You can resume your treatment 3 months after delivery with a release from your doctor.
• You must wait 3 months after liposuction to begin treatments; a release from your doctor is required.
• Avoid the use of Retin-A or any acids that may be irritating to the treatment area 3 days prior to treatment.
• Please note that you may be more sensitive to the procedure if you are premenstrual or menstruating.
• If you are on antibiotics, you must have had your last dose 10 days prior to treatment.
  The use of certain medications causing sensitivity to sunlight, (photosensitive) should be avoided, please contact us if you are not sure if your medication is photosensitive. Photosensitive medications may cause skin burns.
• If the skin to be treated is irritated, non-intact or bruised we will postpone your treatment until your skin is healed.

Post-Treatment Instructions:

• Drink (1 gallon) of water throughout the day and follow a low fat diet to maximize your results.
• Walking for 30 minutes will benefit your body’s response to this treatment.
• The treatment are should not be exposed to the sun. SPF 30 or higher should be applied whenever exposed to the sun.
• Immediately following treatment, the area may show a slight erythema (redness) and/or edema (swelling). Itching is possible as well all of which are completely normal.
• Bruising, “Hickeys” or crusting of the skin may also occur, this is possible however contact the office with any concerns you may have.
• Avoid exfoliating the treatment area 24 hours post treatment, avoid exfoliating irritated skin.
• Avoid Retin-A or irritating acids or products for 24 hours following treatment.
• If the skin in the treated area crusts, do not rub, pick, or use any kind of exfoliation until the treated area heals. Do not shave the area if crusting is present.
• If swelling occurs, apply ice packs. Discomfort or stinging may be alleviated with Tylenol or other pain reliever.