Understanding Cellulite Formation · Understanding Cellulite Formation Adipose cells (fat cells)...
Transcript of Understanding Cellulite Formation · Understanding Cellulite Formation Adipose cells (fat cells)...
Understanding Cellulite Formation Adipose cells (fat cells) swell due to fat storage.
Capillary walls become excessively permeable causing localized accumulation of fluid.
Inadequate lymphatic drainage slows the removal of excess fluid.
Adipose cells cluster and are bound by collagen fibers, further impeding blood flow.
Connective tissue strands stiffen, pulling down on their anchor points.
Changes in blood flow, lymphatic drainage, fat, and connective tissue result in cellulite.
Essentials of Cellulite Reduction
Enhanced microcirculation
Edema reduction
Improved protein & fluid transport
Fat reduction
Weight reduction
Connective tissue tightening
Skin & tissue smoothing
Muscle strengthening & toning
Body Shaping with the D-ACTOR Ultra
D-Actor Acoustic Wave Hand Piece
Pneumatically Generated Impulses:
Relatively slow (pulse duration 5msec) Penetration depth: 60 mm Vibration effect Drainage effect Effect of the lymphatic system Stimulation of metabolism
The Best “Accidental” Discovery
Several female athletes were undergoing treatment for torn and strained hamstrings with Acoustic Wave Therapy with the D-Actor.
Practitioners began noticing a remarkable improvement in the appearance of cellulite and skin tightening.
As a result, Storz Medical commissioned scientific studies, yielding remarkable results in cellulite treatment, skin tightening and circumference reduction!
Effects of Pressure Wave on Cellulite
Before Pressure Wave Enlarged fat cells bulge towards skin surface, creating the orange peel appearance. Inelastic vertical connective tissue fibers do not stretch along with the surrounding adipose tissue. Local blood circulation is significantly reduced.
During Pressure Wave Oscillating acoustic waves relaxes connective tissue Firmness of the epidermis increases. Blood circulation is significantly enhanced. Collagen production is stimulated, strengthening the dermis and epidermis.
After Pressure Wave
Improved firmness Restored natural elasticity of the skin & connective tissue Visible and long-lasting improvement in skin texture.
See Lasting Results
Patient 1
Patient 2
Dramatic Results in Thighs
Patient 3 Front
Patient 3 Back
Stretch Mark & Scar Breakdown
Stretch Marks
Scar
Scientific Documentation
91% Pa'ent
Sa'sfac'on
74% Increase in Skin Elas'city at 3 months
105% Increase in Skin Elas'city at 6 months
Average Improvement seen in 2.5 treatments Substan'al
Increase in Dermal Density
Significant Reduc'on of Subcutaneous Fat Deposits
Findings from: Gerhard Sattler MD, Derma Forum: October, 2007 C. Christ, G. Sattler, Aesthetic Dermatology: January, 2008
Improving Skin Elasticity in 8 Treatments
Measured with Derma Scan, Cortex
Dermal Structure Improvement
Before Pressure Wave
The dermis/subcutis transitions appear as a very discontinuous, irregular line. (Black structures are fat cells and lymphatic fluid).
Dermascan (Cortex) image of a 54-year old patient with cellulite
After Pressure Wave
The skin structure has become measurably more compact; the zero-echo black spaces have reduced further.
Patient Selection & Expectations Contraindications
Pregnancy, breast feeding Deep vein thrombosis in leg Cancer disease Serious renal or hepatic insuffiency
Side Effects
Swelling Reddening Haematoma Light pain, muscle ache Sensitivity before or during menstruation