Operator Manual
Treatment Parameters
Selecting the appropriate RF Energy level is essential for successful treatment.
Always start with a low energy level and observe the skin's reaction before increasing the
energy.
When applying energy to tissue, there are dierent eects achieved in the tissue: at a
relatively low increase of temperature there may be activation of cellular components of the
skin; further temperature increase may lead to cellular destruction (necrosis/coagulation)
and an even further temperature increase leads to ablation.
The choice of treatment parameters should take into consideration the diusion and
depth of the lesion, as well as its specic anatomical location such as proximity to bone. In
addition, patient's skin type and tolerance should always be considered.
Post Treatment Care
Post-treatment emollient cream should be applied to the treatment area.
Post-treatment cooling is not necessary. In the event of post-treatment discomfort, it is
recommended to cool the treated area immediately with air cooling. Cold (not frozen) packs
may also be used. Blistered or ulcerated skin can be treated with a prescribed cream.
Tiny scabs of less than 1 mm diameter will usually form 24-72 hours post- treatment and
may remain for several days. The scabs should not be touched or scratched even if they
itch, and should be allowed to shed o naturally.
Blistered or ulcerated skin can be treated with a prescribed antibiotic ointment or burn
treatment cream as per physician's discretion.
During the rst two days following treatment, care should be taken to prevent trauma
to the treated site: avoid hot baths, massage, etc. The skin should be kept clean to avoid
contamination or infection; any mechanical or thermal damage to the area must be avoided.
Moisturizer may be applied only several hours (~½ a day) after each treatment and then
should be applied regularly throughout the course of the treatment. Make-up may be
applied only 12 hours after each treatment if desired, unless an unwanted reaction occurs
in the area. Generally 24 hours after treatment, patients may use regular soaps, but not
scrub soaps or exfoliants.
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