Lipolysis – fat tissue reduction

Injection lipolysis is a non-invasive method of reducing localized fat accumulations resistant to diet and exercise. A product is administered into selected areas, dissolving and destroying fat cells.

The active substances are usually phosphatidylcholine and deoxycholate (deoxycholic acid); L-carnitine, which supports fat metabolism, is often added. The released fat is transported to the liver, where it is metabolized and eliminated from the body.

The treatment works well for small, localized excess fat — it is not a method of treating obesity. The most common indications are:

• the „double chin” and submandibular area
• love handles and excess on the hips
• the abdomen and navel area
• the arms and nape area
• the back and bra area
• the inner thighs

The treatment is preceded by a consultation and an assessment of whether the excess fat qualifies for injection lipolysis.

For sensitive individuals we can apply local anesthesia. We administer the product with a special, long and fine needle into the selected areas of fat accumulation. The procedure lasts 30–60 minutes.

First results may be visible as early as a few days later, but the full effect usually becomes apparent after about 3 weeks, once the body has removed the dissolved fat. The effect builds up gradually over the first weeks.

Destroyed fat cells do not regenerate, so the effect is permanent — provided a healthy diet and physical activity are maintained. A series of 2–3 treatments is usually needed.

The treatment requires no recovery, but swelling (subsiding in about 7 days), redness, bruising (absorbing in about 14 days), tenderness and itching may occur — these are normal symptoms of fat cell breakdown. To support the effect:

• drink plenty of water to help remove the dissolved fat
• follow a low-fat and low-carbohydrate diet
• consider lymphatic drainage or vacuum massage (e.g. endermology)
• be physically active and wear loose clothing immediately after the treatment

In addition, the general rules after injection treatments apply. The body removes the dissolved fat gradually — the full effect is visible after about 3 weeks; report intense or painful swelling to the clinic:

• for the first 24 hours skip alcohol and very intense exertion
• cool compresses help with tenderness and swelling
• if the treated area is exposed, protect it from the sun with UV 50+
• use the sauna and pool only after the swelling and bruising have resolved

We do not perform the treatment in cases including:

• pregnancy and breastfeeding
• blood clotting disorders
• liver and kidney diseases
• diabetes and epilepsy
• allergy to components of the product (including soy, shellfish)
• extensive obesity and active skin infections at the injection sites

The final qualification is carried out by the doctor during the consultation.