We have all seen an Ultrasound scan (USS) and some have had personal experience whilst they have been pregnant or some other disorder/disease. Apart from looking at organs, ultrasound can also be used to treat joint problems in addition to physiotherapy.
Liposonix is a new invention. Ultrasound produced by this machine heats the fatty tissue (thermocaogulation of adipose tissue) in the skin and so achieves similar results to radiofrequency devices. It can be used on face arms, abdomen and legs to improve cellulites. Again there is no downtime during treatment but patients may experience mild discomfort (prickling or heat sensation). Under recommended conditions of use, the most commonly observed side effects are temporary erythema (redness), mild ecchymosis (bruising), discomfort, and oedema.
Again there is no downtime during treatment but patients may experience mild discomfort (prickling or heat sensation). Under recommended conditions of use, the most commonly observed side effects are temporary erythema (redness), mild ecchymosis (bruising), discomfort, and oedema. The research has shown no increase in levels of cholesterol after this treatment