Does Velashape Work?

I have no personal experience with these devices, but purchasing any device for many $1000's corrupts your objectivity as a clinician.  Manufacturers are adept at convincing doctors to embrace new technology with the following pitch: 1. It's the greatest thing ever (TGTE) 2. It didn't work? Change your treatment settings and you'll see it's TGTE 3. You need to combine treatments with our other great device, and then you'll see it's TGTE 4. Your machine is now two years old- you should buy our brand new machine that is truly TGTE.

If your MD is caught in this cycle, it is very difficult to escape.

Velashape3 is a great procedure for the temporary reduction of cellulite. The technology uses radiofrequency and heat to help tighten the skin. I also recommend the treatments for every patient after liposuction.

The Velashape III does work and is the only non-invasive body shaping machine to combine four different technologies including IR (infrared), Bi-Polar RF (radio-frequency) and mechanical tissue manipulation using pulsed vacuum and massage rollers. The combination of the IR and vacuum coupled RF technologies causes deep heating of the connective tissue, which in return stimulates collagen. With the a series of six treatments, one week apart we have seen significant improvements in cellulite and skin elasticity. #VelashapeIII

We have been using Velashape for treating cellulite for almost 10 years now and have had so much success with it that we have upgraded to the Vela III.As with everything, success depends on several factors:  was the client appropriately selected?  Was the appropriate number of treatments performed?  Were the treatments performed by an experienced practitioner?  Did the client follow proper diet, exercise and aftercare?  Did the client maintain their improvements after the treatments were done?No treatment is perfect and it takes good communication between patient and practitioner for best results.  This is just as true for Velashape as for anything else, which is why we emphasize all aspects of the treatment so that our clients achieve desired results - and maintain them!  In our experience, when clients are appropriately selected, they can get great results.Good luck!

Thank You for your questions. There are different degrees of cellulite. Type I,II, III. Type III  is the most severe. Velashape will improve the appearance of all 3 types. However, there is no cure for cellulite. Velashape treatments are maintenance treatments!!! Type 3 will require more treatments than type I... It will definitely look better depending on the time and number of maintenance treatments you have . 
Dr. Jean 

Thank you for asking this question and I can understand why you would ask it, if people seem to be saying that the device does not work.  However I can only speak about my own experiences.  
VelaShape was one of the first devices for treating the body that I purchased in my clinic and it was the very first model of the VelaShape technology.  Since then I have had VelaShape 2 and I now have VelaShape 3, which offers more power and shorter treatment times.  I have found VelaShape to be consistently popular with my patients, due to the results it provides.  It is worth noting that a course of at least 3 treatments at strict intervals will always be required to begin with and to maintain those results, follow up treatments will also be required.  And very importantly, it should be remembered that it is not possible to remove cellulite completely, but only to temporarily reduce the appearance of it.  I hope that this has been helpful and wish you good luck in your treatment.

I have to say that Velashape III, the newest model of the Velashape line it is a beauty. You have to have in mind that all treatments require the client to follow at home instructions. For example, drink plenty of water. This is the easiest step to follow and sometimes clients ignore it.
You also have to have in mind that the amount of sessions vary, we usually recommend to start with 6 sessions. This does not mean cellulite will be gone after you finish these treatments. Some clients see difference on the first 3 treatments, other it can take over 10 treatments. The good thing about it is that once we can diminish the appearance of cellulite clients usually come once a month for a maintenance session.
Yes, it does work, the technology is fascinating and it has been proven to really show results.

One of
the very best technologies today for the reduction of cellulite is called
“VelaShape III”.The name
is confusing, because there was VelaShape I and II before, and neither device
was really great because they both required multiple treatments, on the order
of 8 to 10 or more, as well as frequent follow-up treatments to maintain
results.I try to explain to my patients
that the latest VelaShape III is NOTHING like Vela I or II, so they cannot
compare the new machine to the old.However, the names and numbers do make it confusing for the consumer to
know exactly which device is being used, so I’d like to try and explain why I
am so intrigued and happy with the new VelaShape III.Overall,
VelaShape III is now the most advanced technology that is FDA-cleared for
reduction of cellulite and circumferential fat-reduction.The only thing is that results are not yet
permanent, however you may achieve long-lasting results with follow-up
treatments recommended every 2 to 3 months for optimal results, but you may
practically plan to do maintenance treatments twice annually and maintain very
acceptable results!

Thank you for your question. I would suggest Cellulaze to reduce your cellulite. Cellulaze is the only minimally invasive laser procedure designed to attack the structure of cellulite beneath your skin. Cellulaze is backed by many years of clinical research. Studies have shown it increases the thickness of your skin by 25% and the elasticity of your skin by 29%—significant claims that haven't been made by any other treatments. Thicker and more elastic skin can help flatten and smooth the skin surface to improve the appearance of cellulite. In addition, 93% of patients surveyed were satisfied or very satisfied with their results at one year post their procedure, and all would recommend the Cellulaze cellulite laser treatment to a friend.

The gold standard and still the best treatment that works for cellulite is Endermologie. Nothing is yet permanent but Endermologie has a long, positive track record. Treatments are not painful and maintenance only requires 2 or 3 treatments a year. Be sure the Endermologie Therapist has appropriate training and has been doing treatments for awhile. It is not easy to properly administer treatments so ask for references.