Cosmetic Surgery Zap That Fat

New BodyTite Radio-frequency Body Sculpting Undergoing Clinical Trials

By Jim Greene

Published on November 29, 2010

Radio-frequency energy is the key to the latest body sculpting system undergoing FDA-sanctioned clinical trials by some 30 plastic surgeons in the United States. The system, developed by an Israeli company, has already been approved for use in Canada and the European Union.

The BodyTiteTM system, by Invasix, Ltd., uses proprietary radio-frequency assisted liposuction (RFALTM) technology to simultaneously eliminate fat cells and tighten loose skin in the treated area. Invasix hopes to capture a share of the market currently claimed by laser liposuction.

The hand piece used in the BodyTiteTM system includes a cannula that doubles as an electrode, emitting RF energy that kills the fat cells it then suctions away. Another, wider electrode above the skin uses RF energy to gently heat the skin, promoting shrinking and tightening.

Company Says RF Energy Offers Better Control Than Lasers

According to Invasix, their system is an improvement over laser liposuction because RF energy can be more precisely controlled than laser energy, resulting in more precise sculpting of the treatment area.

BodyTiteTM treatments are performed under local anesthesia or light sedation. Swelling and bruising is said to be minimal. Patients are advised to wear compression bandages during a brief postsurgical recovery period.

A partial survey of plastic surgery practices performing BodyTiteTM procedures revealed treatment prices varying from $2,000 to $8,000, depending on the part of the body being treated. One trial surgeon said expected FDA approval should open up competition and bring prices down.

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1

Had traditional liposuction on the stomach which left me wrinkled and lumpy; had fat transfer to my face which didn't work; had my arms done, some wrinkles there as well; fat transferred to my hands; wrinkles there and veins still showing; had Radiesse injected in my face in the nasal folds and mouth lines after the fat transferred - this failed as well; I'm wipep out emotionally and financially and not happy with the results; would love to be considered for a clinical trial. Had all this done in NYC; Will go anywhere in the country as a candidate for a clinical trial . Thx

Seonag
about 1 year ago

2

I am interested in participating in a Body Tite c;inical trial in San Diego, CA.

Elaine
about 1 year ago

3

I am found this technique very interesting and would like to participate in any trail that is being held in San Antonio,TX.

Latrice
over 1 year ago

4

I am interested in participating in clinical trials in atlanta,ga

brenda roberts
over 1 year ago

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Interested in trail clinic in San Antonio,Texas

Tashia
over 1 year ago

6

I am truly interested in participating in the clinical trial of Body Tite in Las Vegas NV

caroloyn houston
almost 2 years ago

7

Interested in participating in a clinical trial in New York City.

Bea D.
almost 2 years ago

8

interested in trial kent wa..

Tammy Larssen
about 2 years ago

9

Very interested in participating the int Boby Tite trials in Florida, Georgia or South Carolina..

Chris
about 2 years ago

10

interested in a BodyTite trial in Orlando

vm
about 2 years ago

11

interested in trial in Orlando area

valerie
about 2 years ago

12

interested in trial in san diego area

s. ball
about 2 years ago

13

Interested in participating in a BodyTite trial in San Antonio,Tx.

K. Hess
about 2 years ago

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Interested in participating in the
bodytite radio-frequency Body Sculpting clinical trial in Dallas, TX area

S. Stone
about 2 years ago

15

Interested in participating in the BodyTite Radio-frequency Body Sculpting clinical trial in the Georgia, Florida or South Carolina area.

Y.Yancy
about 2 years ago

16

Interested in participating in the BodyTite Radio-frequency Body Sculpting clinical trial...Columbia, SC 29201

R. Gray
about 2 years ago







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