High-Intensity, High-Frequency, Parallel Ultrasound Beams for Cellulite of the Buttocks and Thighs

Area of Science:

• Aesthetic dermatology
• Medical device technology
• Non-invasive body contouring

Background:

• Ultrasound energy is established for treating facial wrinkles and lifting skin.
• High-intensity ultrasound induces controlled thermal injury for tissue remodeling.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate a novel ultrasound device for cellulite improvement.
• The device uses high-intensity, high-frequency, parallel ultrasound beams.

Main Methods:

• Prospective, multicenter clinical study.
• Two treatment sessions were administered.
• Sixty-five female subjects completed the study.

Main Results:

• Significant improvement in Cellulite Severity Scale (1.61 units, p < .001).
• 89.2% of subjects showed improvement in cellulite appearance (GAIS, p < .001).
• Significant improvement in skin laxity (0.70 units, p < .001) and GAIS (0.76 units, p < .001).

Conclusions:

• The novel ultrasound device safely and effectively improves cellulite appearance.
• The technology demonstrates efficacy for thigh and buttock cellulite.
• No device-related adverse events were reported.