Does Ultherapy Work on the Hands?

Even with the most superficial, 1.5mm deep transducer, the ultherapy's energy may be delivered too deeply for the hand. If you are trying to build up collagen, then Fraxel Restore is an excellent therapy for the tops of the hands. Several treatments would have to be done.  Fillers such as Restylane, Radiesse and Fat injections have been used, off-label, to build up volume which is often needed in the aged hand to help hide the bulging veins.

Ultherapy is FDA-approved. It is commonly used on areas of the face and neck to address sagging of the eyelids, brow, cheeks, chin and jawline. It can also improve marionette lines and folds and a downturned mouth. The whole face may be treated for an overall tighter, more toned appearance, or individual areas may be targeted. However, it is not currently safe to use on the hands.

Ultherapy is not currently approved for use on the hands. Theoretically it would provide adequate skin tightening but there are no studies to show proven results in this area. Also, it would be very difficult to make contact as this is a bony area, making a thorough treatment difficult to deliver. At this time, Photofacial IPL, fillers, and topical products will provide the best results on the hands.