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Can You Zap Away Fat With a Laser? Self’s Beauty Director Gives Her Results

Can You Zap Away Fat With A Laser?
Friday, July 22, 2011 at 9:41 AM   |  posted by selfeditor
SELF’s Beauty Director, Elaine D’Farley tested out three revolutionary anti-aging beauty treatments and bravely documents every detail. First up, the Zerona laser!
I love learning and when it comes to fat reduction I’m fascinated. There are lots of exciting things going on in the world of lasers, lights, and radio frequency treatments. For example, I was interested in Zeltiq when I heard about it. Cleared by the FDA in 2010 as a body contouring treatment, it uses a gel patch attached to a machine that freezes fat cells, making them self-destruct and get re-absorbed into the body over several months. I quickly set up an appointment and suddenly found myself strapped to a chair getting ready to freeze my pooch off, i.e. destroy my fat, when I realized I didn’t want to. Personally, the idea of killing part of my body to be slimmer seems counter intuitive to being healthy. When the nurse offered me ‘my last chance’ to disengage from the machine and call off the procedure, I did. I ran back to the office a bit traumatized but relieved. Then I heard about Zerona and WENT FOR IT..read on to see and hear about the results!
Zerona is a cold laser that helps fat cells develop pores allowing the stuff inside to empty out, flattening the fat cells, and then your body excretes it, just like when you detox, no self destruction required. I was intrigued. I liked the idea that my fat cells would remain intact, merely getting opened and drained, it made me feel more secure to know that the Zerona laser was encouraging and helping the body to do what it does naturally when you lose weight. I signed up for a consultation. I showed up at Dr. Jame Heskitt‘s office a bit wary. She was concise, quick and completely thorough in her description of the procedure along with being really knowledgeable about everything else out there, I trusted her. I decided to sign up for the six treatments.
On the designated day I showed up at 8:30am after dropping off my daughter at school and we did the “before” photos. Knowing how detailed SELF’s research team can get regarding these types of photos I was pleased to see little foot marks where you place your feet so that when you take the after photos you stand in exactly the same spot in the same way. Then I got measured. Next, I lay down on the bed with the lasers above me. It is completely painless; in fact it’s relaxing. I read and relaxed and 20 minutes later Dr. Jame popped in and turned me over. I marveled at the lights lingering over me like a benign octopus, noiselessly targeting my fat. It felt a little too good to be true. I returned five more times.

Zerona laser treatment measurements for body contouring resultsIn between sessions I felt great, it was fun this idea of melting my fat while doing – ahem – nothing. You can’t drink alcohol while doing the treatments, so perhaps my diminished wine intake over 2 weeks helped melt a little fat too but however it works, I’ll take it. After the last session Dr. Jame told me to come back a week or so later because more fat would melt. I returned, we measured, and I lost! It worked: 9.5 inches overall. Here is the data to prove it:

 — Elaine D’Farley, SELF Beauty Director
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Veterinary Practice News December Issue We Don’t Claim It — We Prove It!

Veterinary Practice News December 2012 Issue

We Don’t Just Claim It—We Prove It!
Educational Series Article:  Class 3 Laser – Less is More
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Verju – First Green Laser to be Given FDA Market Clearance

The Verjú laser system is made up of (6) low level laser beams that sweep the area of concern for the appearance of cellulite treatment period of 15 minutes (15 minutes per area).  The region is then massaged with the Erchonia percussion device for two minutes per area treated.  For body contouring, treatment period of 30 minutes (15 minutes per area front and back).  There is no pain involved, no heating of the tissue, no incisions and patients can continue their daily routines immediately following their session. No diet and exercise is required, but should be encouraged for maximum benefit. The Doctor will determine the number of treatments depending on their assessment of what grade level the cellulite is.

-Most Advanced Treatment for the Appearance of Cellulite.
-Pain Free Procedure with No Downtime Afterwards.
-No Side Effects or Adverse Events.
-Results in as Little as Two Weeks.

 

 

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XLR8 by Erchonia – The World’s Most Advanced Laser

Introducing the Newest Line of Cold Lasers from Erchonia®

One revolutionary new handheld laser device with three FDA 510(k)market clearances. This dual-diode laser features an easy to use graphical user interface (GUI), with a sleek new cord-free design. With user definable channels and preset protocols, cold laser has just become more flexible than ever before. Experience the freedom of this incredible new technology— XLR8 your patient’s recovery!

PL5000 Training Video Available Online

PL5000 Training Video is now available online!

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R2L Success Testimonial ~Dr. John Mainiero

This short testimonial with Dr. John Mainiero reviews the success he has had in selling the R2Ls in his clinic, Mainiero Family Chiropractic and Wellness in Vineland, NJ. Dr. John Mainiero became a distributor for the R2L in June 2015 after using Erchonia’s other proven modalities for over 15 years.
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Hope Springs Eternal: Spring Wellness Tips

Spring is a time for rebirth; a time to look at your health anew. Rejuvenate your health and well-being and flourish as much as the flowers and nature around you with these springtime wellness tips.

Soothe Winter’s Achesflowers in the spring

The sun and warm weather of spring are a welcome relief for those suffering from arthritis and rheumatism.

Think of the tissues around a joint as a balloon. When the air pressure is low, as it is in cold weather, the tissue expands, putting extra pressure on the joints. People with arthritis can actually feel changes in atmospheric pressure, which is how some people purportedly predict the weather in their bones.

Springs warmer temperatures and higher pressure allow the tissues around your joints to relax. Spring’s sunshine isn’t the only healing light for your pain, though.

Low-level laser therapy (LLLT) makes use of cold laser light to stimulate healing on a physiological level in your cells. During treatment, a clinician applies a low-intensity laser to the bothersome joints. The photons can penetrate 2 to 5 centimeters into your skin, passing through the dermis, epidermis, and subcutaneous tissues to the joint itself. The cells absorb the laser light. It is believed that the light is converted to usable energy, initiating a series of processes that heal injured tissue and reduce inflammation and pain.

Beat Spring Allergies

The one downside to spring is the sudden upsurge in allergies. An estimated 40 million Americans suffer from  seasonal allergies, which have a variety of symptoms but are usually denoted by a congested nose and watery eyes. Allergies often start in youth, but its not uncommon for them to develop later in life.

Spring in particular causes allergies thanks to:

  • Pollen from grass, trees, flowers, and weeds
  • Mold spores
  • Animal dander
  • Allergens from dust mites, cockroaches, and other insects

Start by eliminating as many allergens as you can. Make sure you replace the filters of your HVAC system to keep dust and allergens to a minimum. If you plan to mow the grass or perform some manual labor outside, wear a face mask to keep dust and pollen away from your mouth, nose, and eyes. Check your weather for pollen alerts and avoid windy, high-pollen days when youre planning any outdoor excursions.

For the inevitable allergens that make their way into your system, try some natural remedies. Neti pots flush out mucus and other irritants with a saline solution. This wont actually eliminate pollen but it can minimize allergy symptoms and congestion. Some people have also found acupuncture to be helpful.

If worse comes to worst, consult an allergist for to update your allergy medication.

Put a Spring in Your Step

Now that the sun is out and the days are longer, there are more opportunities to get fit and have fun while you’re at it. Here are some tips to get back into the habit of working out:

  • Take it slow. To avoid injury and discouragement, underestimate your abilities in the beginning and gradually increase intensity, whether it’s mileage, time, or amount of weight.
  • Consider cross training. Cross training allows you to maintain a relatively high intensity level while varying your workouts enough to avoid injuries from overuse.
  • Train with others. Training with others who are at a similar fitness level can keep you progressing at a steady pace.
  • Always remember RICE. RICE stands for rest, ice, compression, and elevation. Combine to relieve muscle soreness in the event that you do go overboard.

Fill up on Seasonal Produce

Spring is best known for the resplendent selection of delicious fruits and vegetables.  Some of springs seasonal specialties include:spring fruits

  • Asparagus – These familiar spears are packed with a variety of nutrients, including vitamins A, C, E, and K, fiber, folate, and chromium. Asparagus is also one of the top antioxidant-containing foods.
  •  Peas – These tiny green spheres are rich in fiber, protein, and lutein, an antioxidant that keeps your eye cells healthy. Cooked peas offer more iron, magnesium, and phosphorous than raw peas.
  • Rhubarb – Low in sodium and saturated fat while providing a ton of vitamin C (integral to your immune system) and vitamin K (considered a powerful aid against diabetes), rhubarb is also a surprisingly good source of calcium.
  • Strawberries – These bright red beauties have a ton of fiber and manganese, but the most surprising quality is their vitamin C. Just a cup of strawberries offers about 150% your daily vitamin C value.
  • Apricots – Apricots are available in late spring. They offer a good source dietary fiber, potassium, vitamin A, and vitamin C.

Spring is a transitional period signifying love, warmth, and new beginnings. Take advantage of the renewed happiness and beauty around you and shake off the cobwebs of winter. Above all, dont forget to have fun or smell the roses.