Laser-assisted options for weight loss in Illinois demonstrate innovative technological advances. Procedures offer little to no invasion into an overweight person's body. This results in faster recovery time, so patients can return to normal daily living activities much sooner than those who opt for more invasive surgical treatments such as liposuction. Further, laser treatments can be done on an outpatient basis and do not require the use of general anesthesia.
Types
Laser-assisted weight loss options in Illinois take three forms. Consumers may opt for a low-level infrared laser treatment offered by Laser Therapeutics in Urbana. There is no invasion into the body with this treatment; the laser is instead applied to certain spots along the central nervous system based on the knowledge of acupuncture therapy. The laser facilitates weight loss by suppressing the appetite. Zerona clinics in Chicago and Fox River Grove offer another kind of noninvasive laser weight loss. The Zerona laser is waved over stubborn areas of fat and liquefies the fat so it may be absorbed and eliminated via the lymphatic system. The third option is invasive liposuction, known as SmartLipo, which only requires local anesthesia. It is available in many Illinois cities. A small tube called a cannula is inserted into target areas and delivers a laser fiber that simultaneously melts fat and coagulates tissue, which results in minimal bleeding and bruising.
Time Frame
Laser acupuncture for weight loss requires the most time commitment. Two treatments are offered in the first month, and patients must expect to return for monthly therapy until achieving their weight loss goal. The Zerona laser treatment requires six separate sessions in a two-week period. Each session lasts for about 40 minutes. SmartLipo laser liposuction normally requires one surgical treatment that lasts anywhere from 45 minutes to one hour.
Costs
Laser Therapeutics charges $199 for its initial and follow-up session and an additional $100 for each monthly session thereafter. Zerona laser treatment is priced according to the size of the body treatment area. For this reason, it can cost anywhere from $2,000 to $3,500. Like the Zerona treatment, SmartLipo costs vary depending on the size of the treatment area. Each treatment area can cost between $1,700 and $7,000.
Recovery
Acupuncture by laser is not a surgical procedure. It instead works by biological stimulation and requires no down time or medication after treatment. Zerona laser treatment is also completely non-surgical, so you can resume normal activities immediately after treatment. Patients are, however, advised to stay well hydrated. SmartLipo is surgery by laser. Patients normally go home one hour after treatment with pain medication and compression garments. They can return to non-strenuous activities after two days.
Long Term Results
Neither short- nor long-term results are guaranteed from laser acupuncture. With Zerona, long-term results are guaranteed by permanent lifestyle changes. If a patient resumes poor dietary and exercise habits, emptied fat cells can re-fill. SmartLipo permanently dissolves fat cells in treated areas for guaranteed long-term changes.
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