By Dr Joy Bryant MD
Frequently Asked Questions ACOUSTIC WAVE THERAPY – CELLULITE TREATMENT
What is ACOUSTIC WAVE THERAPY? Acoustic wave therapy or AWT is a latest available treatment on the market for treating cellulite. Acoustic wave therapy uses the pressure waves to break up the fat cells under the skin. Pressure waves correct the connective tissue and release the dimples, by relaxing the connective tissue & strengthening it. This produces a smoother toned surface. Will I lose weight and or inches as well as the “orange peel” look? AWT is not a weight loss or fat loss system, it is for treating the look and feel of cellulite. However many women do experience some weight and or inch loss as a result of the treatment. At your first visit, we will take some photos of the area(s) to be treated, take your weight and take some measurements so that after the 6 treatments we can do these again and see the results of AWT. Will it tone the Muscles? Yes, the AWT treatment acts in a similar way to a Vibragym machine in that the vibration of the pressure waves against the skin, cause muscles to tighten and tone up. Most women can expect to see smoother skin and tighter, toned muscles. To enhance this effect, we ask you to spend 10 minutes on our Vibra-gym immediately after your AWT treatment and to drink up to 2 litres of water every day. Is there scientific proof that AWT actually works? Ultrasound pictures taken of the skin, confirm thickening of the dermis immediately after even one session. So yes, the Acoustic waves do work the way that we have shown.
How long is a session and how many sessions to I need? The procedure takes about 30 minutes for a typical thigh & buttock area. Extra time can be allocated for extra areas such as arms or abdomen. We recommend that you do 10 minutes on the Vibra-gym immediately after the session and then you are welcome to take a shower here before leaving. It is best to allow an hour for each appointment. Two sessions per week for 3 weeks is the standard recommendation for the average person. Some people may require more than 6 initial sessions to achieve the results they are looking for. This is followed by a single maintenance treatment every 3 months thereafter. Does AWT hurt? There is no pain associated with the treatment, patients will feel gentle pressure, a sort of pummelling on the skin, but it is can be relaxing for most people. What other areas of the body can be treated? AWT is suitable for treatment mostly on the thighs, buttocks and arms. In some cases the stomach can be treated, as long as there’s cellulite present. Remember, AWT is not for fat loss treatment. How does it compare with other Cellulite treatments? AWT is considered to the best form of cellulite treatment available on the market, as it pain-free, has shorter treatment time per session and less sessions are required to achieve results. Most Endermologie clients average 15-20 sessions for optimal results, spending longer on the table and some people find it quite uncomfortable to endure. AWT achieves noticeable results in 6 - 12 sessions, with 6 sessions being enough for most people. How much does each session cost? Is there a discount for pre-purchasing the 6 sessions? Each session is $150, this includes the AWT, the Vibra-gym and a shower. When paid for as you go 6 sessions add up to $900. If the 6 sessions are pre-purchased, we offer them for $850. Is there a free consultation available? Yes, you can book a free 15 min consultation during which time the treatment will be explained in detail and the areas where you have cellulite can be assessed for your suitability for the treatment.
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