Carboxytherapy – Reology2
A new generation device for injecting medical carbon dioxide (CO2) subcutaneously and intradermally.
Carboxytherapy is a modern treatment method, used primarily in treating cellulite, stretch marks, scars and dark circles under the eyes. It can be used within the area of the eyelids, neck, arms, buttocks, abdomen and legs. This method uses carbon dioxide, a gas naturally found in the human body, which does not cause any long-term side effects. The carboxytherapy treatment usually lasts about 15 to 30 minutes and is performed on an outpatient basis. Immediately after the procedure, the patient may return to daily activities; however, in some cases, cannot swim or take a bath for 24 hours after carboxytherapy. Most patients require about 7 to 10 treatments.
Carboxytherapy is a non-surgical method of treatment used in aesthetic medicine. During the procedure, injections are made to administer carbon dioxide under the skin. It is believed that carbon dioxide can destroy fat cells, stimulate blood flow, improve skin elasticity, reduce the visibility of cellulite and stretch marks.
Carboxytherapy, or microinjection of carbon dioxide, subcutaneously and intradermally, helps to:
The procedure
The exact course of the procedure depends on the place which is to be treated. The general rule, however, is similar. The reservoir containing carbon dioxide is connected to the gas flow control valve. During the procedure, the doctor can precisely regulate the amount of flowing carbon dioxide. The gas flows into a sterile tube ending with a filter. This filter catches all impurities so that they do not get into the patient’s body. On the other side of the filter, there is a needle through which the gas is injected. The procedure is almost painless. The treatment is performed on an outpatient basis and usually takes about 15 to 30 minutes. The effects will appear after about 6 to 7 weeks of treatment.
Preparation for the procedure
Carboxytherapy does not require special preparation from the patient.
Action mechanism of carboxytherapy
One of the main reasons for the formation of cellulite, stretch marks and dark circles under the eyes is weakened blood circulation. Under physiological conditions, the cells of the human body produce carbon dioxide. Erythrocytes deliver oxygen to tissues and take away carbon dioxide. Eventually, carbon dioxide is exhaled by the lungs. During the carboxytherapy, the doctor injects carbon dioxide, which increases the local blood flow. As a result, the skin’s elasticity improves and the dark circles under the eyes light up. Carboxytherapy is effective in treating stretch marks by stimulating the synthesis of new collagen fibres. Treatment of cellulite with carboxytherapy is possible because the injected carbon dioxide causes the breakdown of adipocytes (fat cells), which are later eliminated from the body. Carboxytherapy may also be useful in the treatment of some types of alopecia caused by poor blood circulation.
Possible side effects of carboxytherapy
Carboxytherapy is a relatively safe procedure, with a very low risk of complications. Sometimes bruises may appear around the injection area, but they disappear spontaneously within a week. Patients who undergo carboxytherapy for the reduction of adipose tissue or cellulite should not submerge in water for 24 hours after the procedure.
In the case of carboxytherapy used to treat stretch marks and scars, the patient should not feel pain after the procedure. A slight itch may be felt, but usually, it lasts shortly and disappears spontaneously. In the case of cellulite or excess fat treatment, after the procedure, the treated areas may be excessively warmed up or tingling, which usually lasts for about 24 hours after the procedure.
Reology2 is the latest generation device for carboxytherapy and medical administration of carbon dioxide (CO2) subcutaneously and intradermally.
Reology 2 provides patients with safety, the effectiveness of therapy and comfort of treatment.
