How effective are Weight loss Injections?
Multi country trials have revealed the
patient satisfaction rating to be a whopping 93%! This means
proven results. The average circumference reduction is 2 to 6
cm, depending upon the area treated. Results from the Network
study revealed the following average centimeter reductions per
treatment by body area - lower belly 6.2, upper belly 5.9, love
handles 4.2, saddlebags 3.5, upper thigh 3.0 & knee 2.6. We have
performed many thousands of treatments.
Who is suitable?
PHOS is a safe & affordable body shaping method, suitable for
many, many people - and consistently helps people of all shapes
and sizes. It is ideally suited to people who have problem fatty
areas and would also like to lose weight. It is also ideally
suited to those with lean figures desiring refinement of one or
more problem areas. It provides satisfaction without having to
undergo a more invasive liposuction procedure and is often used
to improve post liposuction irregularities. Indeed, liposuction
is not suitable for as many people because it tends to
exacerbate skin laxity, whereas PHOS tends to improve skin
laxity. The only people who are not suitable for PHOS are people
suffering from anorexia nervosa and the extremely overweight who
have a medical or psychological impediment to their weight loss.
Is it safe?
PHOS has safely treated hundreds of thousands of
people. The reason why it is so effective is not due to any
toxic chemicals as the components that form PHOS are totally
natural and already exist within your body. PHOS is so effective
because the precise placement of these concentrated natural
substances into the fatty tissues simply dissolves and destroys
fat cells. The whole process is similar to a sugar cube being
slowly dissolved when simple water is added to it! Here is how
it works.PHOS major ingredient Phosphatidylcholine (PC), known
as lecithin, is a natural product derived from soy that is used
orally for many medical reasons. PC has been used intravenously
for many years to remove fat blocking the circulatory system and
to protect the liver during severe liver illness. Now it
improves far more figures than it saves lives. PC is already in
your body and is found in abundance in your fat cell membranes.
When injected into your fatty tissues the PC concentration
destabilizes the PC membranes of some of your fat cell
membranes, resulting in cell destruction and the release of
their fatty contents into the fatty tissue. Another natural
component within PHOS, Deoxycholate (DC) dissolves the fatty
contents into a "milky" emulsion. Your body's scavenging cells
slowly remove this milky emulsion over the next 2-3 months in
the same way that they also remove a bruise. The removed fat is
partly eliminated from your body via the intestines but it
doesn't cause any discomfort, nausea or diarrhoea. It is also
partly used as preferential source of fuel for your body. This
means that it forces your body to burn and utilize your unwanted
fat. In our experience the people who obtain the maximum
treatment results are always those who simultaneously take
advantage of this period and diet. This appears to amplify the
improvements.
How is it administered?
First we decide
which of your fat we are going to treat, weigh you, and then
measure and record the thickness of your fatty tissue . For most
people we then inject the solution directly into the fatty
tissues using microfine needles, similar to acupuncture needles.
Injections take around 10 to 15 minutes and are easily
tolerated. We have treated thousands of patients and have NEVER
had anyone who has not had their treatment completed. There can
be some mild injection discomfort, redness or itchiness, though
these soon pass. It is safe & easy! Unlike liposuction - no
special pressure garments need to be worn.
Treated areas can
become slightly tender and swollen for a few days, as your body
prepares to remove your dissolved fat. The amount of swelling
varies between patients in the same way that people respond
differently to a mosquito bite, but it is never serious. The
swelling is only noticeable to others on exposed areas such as
the face and upper arms. The treated area feels similar to mild
sunburn and is easily controlled with simple analgesics or
Solarcaine spray though these are seldom required.
How much weight can I lose?
Patients often report that dieting is far,
far easier after PHOS and this is consistently associated with
substantial weight loss. The exact mechanism behind this is not
known but the decreased hunger is not associated with any ill
effects such as nausea. The effects of PHOS are far, far greater
for those who simultaneously improve their lifestyles during the
2 - 3 month fat dissolving period. The greater achievers are
always those who conscientiously improve their diets, especially
whilst they are enjoying the period of decreased hunger. Apart
from lean people who are simply using PHOS to remove an annoying
fatty lump or two, we encourage all patients to actively diet.
We feel so strongly about this that we urge patients to only
consider Weight loss Injections when they are at a stage in
their lives when they can dedicate some time and effort towards
themselves. We help our patients with food selection but put
simply, generally avoid high calorie foods such as 'junk foods'
which contain excessive fats and carbohydrates. Choose instead
healthier options such as non-starchy vegetables together with
lean protein sources. Weight loss from one treatment is usually
2 to 5 kg, although motivated patients often achieve far, far
more. It is important to limit calorie consumption during this
time so that maximal fat burning can occur. It is also important
to not think of PHOS as a magic wand! The people who achieve the
best results are always those who are ready to make a concerted
effort to improve their lifestyles. For these people PHOS
frequently has dramatic results. Imagine having the ability to
not only lose weight but to lose it from those problem areas
that you just can't budge! Think of Weight loss injections not
only as weight loss aid but as a unique treatment that forces
fat loss from areas that you choose! The number of treatments
required varies for each individual and the degree of
improvement that is desired. Worldwide studies have shown that
one third of patients achieve satisfaction with just one
treatment, one third require two and one third require more. So,
the majority of people are satisfied with the results obtained
with just one or two treatments. We provide patients with our
herbal oral supplement that we have found to be a powerful tool
to assist us in achieving your weight loss goal. We guarantee
that if you follow our treatment program - you will achieve
results. Our treatment plan has inbuilt time specific objectives
and if you are not achieving certain benchmarks additional
strategies can be commenced. As doctors we can then prescribe
many other therapeutic options to ensure you reach your full
potential. Another reason we can be so sure of ourselves is that
we work with an extensive network of fitness consultants,
dieticians, physiotherapists, exercise physiologists,
psychologists, personal trainers, weight loss consultants …etc.
Our goal is to make it as easy as possible for you to achieve
yours!
When will I notice results?
Within 2 weeks the
treated areas slowly begin to soften, any minor bruising
resolves and the fatty tissue thickness gradually begins to
reduce. At this point you might have noticed a loss in body
weight if you have been decreasing your calorie consumption but
your contours will not have improved at this stage. Most people
begin to notice contour improvement around the 4th week. The
maximum fat loss occurs between the 4th and 8th week, and this
is when the maximum changes in contours are noted. As it takes
your body up to 12 weeks to fully remove the dissolved fat,
permanent improvements continue to occur up to this time. Slight
lumpiness due to the body preparing the fat cell contents for
elimination can sometimes be felt (but not seen) in the treated
areas during the first 10 weeks. PHOS offers a very gentle and
simple solution to permanently improve unwanted fatty deposits -
forever!
Who should not have PHOS?
PHOS is not recommended for children, pregnancy, breast feeding or if you suffer from
(active - cancer, HIV AIDS, Hepatitis B or C) or a severe end
stage metabolic disease.
What are the side effects?
Side
effects include - mild bruising, itching, swelling and
tenderness. Swelling is usually very minor but can rarely be of
concern if your wardrobe only contains tight, figure hugging
clothes!!! Any swelling that does occur usually resolves over
the first few days, Aside from mild swelling and bruising there
is virtually no 'down time' so you can return directly to your
work and social life.
What areas can be treated?
Any area
of the body from the knee up can be treated. The commonest
treated areas are - abdomen, thighs, hips, saddle bags, love
handles, flanks, buttock, arms, neck, jowls and lower third of
face. Post PHOS local collagen production causes the skin and
tissues to contract after treatment; unlike liposuction where
they tend to sag. It can even help cellulite and stretch marks.
How much does it cost?
PHOS is a fraction of the cost of
liposuction. The cost of a treatment is usually $200 . This
means for many people we can cover most, if not all of a
person's problem areas in a single treatment. This is true for
those within 5 kilos or so, of their ideal weight. For those who
are heavier than this, the number of areas that we can treat
goes down as the thickness of fat being treated increases.. Our
initial consultation is free and of course obligation free. If
you are unsure, simply schedule an appointment with our doctor,
so we can discuss treatment options for your particular body
shape, fat thickness and desired We can then give you realistic
time frames and the anticipated costs involved in achieving your
objectives. After your consultation you can chose to be treated
straight away,
What happens at the initial consultation?
We realize that some of our patients will be nervous and
apprehensive about the thought of showing their unwanted fat to
a clinician who they have only just met for the first time.
Please don't worry. You are in good hands. Our experienced
Clinical Nurse Specialist have performed literally hundreds of
thousands of examinations over more than 25 years of practice.
We pride ourselves on our levels of professionalism,
understanding and patient care. We choose not to undress our
patients wherever possible. So please wear clothes that can be
conveniently loosened to permit easy examination and treatment.
During the consultation we will - answer your questions, discuss
your particular needs, develop realistic expectations and
formulate a treatment plan. If you then decide to proceed with
treatment we will then document your weight, circumferences and
skin fold thicknesses, and then apply the numbing cream, which
usually takes around 5 to 10 minutes.
Do I have to undress during treatment?
No. All we need to do is to expose the
areas that require treatment. Many patients who tend to be shy
or self-conscious merely select appropriate clothing for their
treatment. For example you can wear a dress or skirt if you are
having your legs or bottom treated. Or if you are having your
tummy or back treated, you can wear a top and skirt, jeans or
pants.
What are the differences between PHOS and Liposuction?
PHOS- Safe, no general or sedational anaesthetic is required.-
Minimal pain during and after procedure.- Short recovery time.-
Rapid return to normal activities.- Ability to precisely control
fat removal. No unevenness- Minimal bleeding and bruising.-
Microfine needle. No stitches.- Office procedure, no operation,
no hospital.- Lower cost. - No permanent ill effects reported.-
Extremely rare cases of infection and no reports of bleeding or
death. - Future weight gain evenly distributed evenly without
'bumps' or waves- No structural damage or irregularities have
been reported with PHOS.
Liposuction- Not as safe. General or
sedational anaesthetic required.- Significant post procedural
pain and discomfort.- Prolonged recovery time.- Significant
recovery period required away from work and play.- No ability to
precisely control fat removal leading to unevenness.-
Considerable bruising and bleeding.- Puncture points leaving
scars and often requiring stitches.- Operation, Hospital.-
Higher cost. - Can cause permanent damage to fat cells and
nerves.- Has caused infections and bleeding, leading to death. -
Future weight gain often uneven leading to bumps and waves-
Permanent damage can occur causing cellulite, saggy skin, skin
irregularity or lumpiness of the skin.
Can I keep on exercising after having PHOS?
You can exercise straight away
after having your PHOS treatment. Extreme sports that wobbles or
hits your treated fat will be uncomfortable as your treated fat
will be tender for up to a few days. This can be lessened by
wearing tight garments such as bike pants, leotards or skins. It
is a good idea to swap high impact exercises with low impact
exercises for a few days, until any treated fat tenderness
subsides. For example, delay high impact contact sports such as
martial arts, boxing, football or basketball for a few days
until any tenderness subsides. If you are unable to postpone
such activities also realize that although you might feel a bit
sore, you won't be damaging your treatment in any way.
Can I
still have PHOS if I have fake tan or tattoos on my skin?
We
cleanse the skin with an alcohol based cleanser before
treatment. Our injections deliver the product into the fatty
layer and so it is irrelevant whether you have fake tan or
tattoos. One slight complication is that when PHOS comes into
contact with fake tan it removes it, so you will need to have
your tan reapplied after your treatment.
Can I have PHOS if I am taking medication?
Yes as it doesn't react with
medications. Please, however, tell us what medications you are
taking as certain medications might interfere with some of our
other weight loss preparations or local anaesthetics.
Can I go back to work after the procedure?
Most people return to
either their work or social life immediately after having. No
special precautions are required.
How does PHOS differ from Mesotherapy?
PHOS and Mesotherapy are often confused. The
major difference is that PHOS is the treatment of the body's fat
layer with PCDC to permanently dissolve away fat cells, whereas
Mesotherapy is the treatment of the hypodermis with various,
pharmaceuticals and vitamins, usually to improve the overlying
skin.
Is PHOS permanent? Will the fat ever come back?
PHOS
permanently destroys and removes some of your unwanted fat
cells. Once they have been destroyed they can never come back.
And as we do not grow or develop new fat cells after puberty,
the results are permanent.
If I put on weight will the fat go to other areas?
The aim of PHOS is to permanently remove fat
cells from areas of your body where you have excessive fat
cells, compared to the rest of your body. The goal is to have a
more even fatty layer, rather than a disproportional one. Once
this is achieved, if you gain weight then you will gain it more
evenly than you did previously.
Does it hurt?
As the
only way to administer PHOS is via microfine injections through
the skin, there does entail some pain or discomfort.. We have
treated many thousands of people without any numbing cream
whatsoever.
Where does PHOS come from? How is it made?
PHOS's major active component is derived from soy. Local
anaesthetic is added to decrease treatment discomfort and a
small amount of adrenaline is added to minimise bruising. Our
PHOS main active ingredient, phosphatidyl choline is prepared
here in Australia under strictly sterile nitrogen chamber
conditions by a registered compounding pharmacy. This way we are
assured of the strength, quality and safety of our product. Our
manufacturer is the largest supplier of phosphatidyl choline in
Australia.
Can I do anything to minimize any side effects?
Yes. Firstly it is important to relax and realize that you are
having a treatment that hundreds of thousands of patients have
successfully undergone, without any drama! It is a good idea not
to starve yourself on the day of your procedure and to be well
hydrated with water. After treatment drink plenty of water. If
you feel any discomfort you can spray the area with some
solarcaine spray, or alternatively take paracetamol or voltaren.
If any local swelling were to develop, this can be controlled
with application of cold compresses.
Can I have PHOS if I am pregnant or breast feeding?
Even though the preparation is
natural and safe, we don't provide any cosmetic treatments to
pregnant or breast feeding women. On the other hand, there is no
problem if you fall pregnant any time after having Lipodissolve.