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Concerns About VelaShape Bruising & Procedures? (photo)

I purchased VelaShape to smooth-out saddle bags and the inner knee area. At my last session the technician spent only 3 minutes on each area (4 total), and the discomfort was minimal. Today I had a different technician. It was very uncomfortable (from pressure, not from heat), and the entire area on my thigh that was worked on is horribly bruised. I'm seriously beginning to wonder if these "techs" know what they are doing. Can anyone out there offer insight?

1 Doctor Answer | Asked by Runelady in Littleton, CO
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VelaShape Works for Cellulite

Velashape uses three modalities to target unwanted cellulite. Radio Frequency, Infrared Heat, and Massage. The bruising you have experienced is normal, as the massage rollers use a light vacuum to pull the tissue towards the heat source inside of the applicator. The goal while using the Velashape is to get the area(s) Heated to a certain temperature. This generally takes 15-20 minutes depending on the size of the area being treated. There are different levels of massage and the levels can be... more
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