Ionithermie FAQ’s

• Frequently Asked Questions:

What should I expect during my treatment? 

We will begin with several questions to determine your objectives and any medical conditions as some conditions may contraindicate the treatment.

When we are ready to start the service you will be given a disposable undergarment to put on.  This is so the ingredients can penetrate through the material.

We’ll do various measurements of the body area you’ve elected to treat.

Your therapist will then follow by dry brushing your skin and applying several all-natural products to your skin.

A mixture of the c lay and a lgae will be placed on the treatment mat, sandwiched between two large gauze sheets. You will then lay on the mixture.  Two more gauze sheets will be placed on top of your treatment area and covered with the remaining clay. During the process electrodes will be properly placed into the clay. The gauze succeeds in keeping the clay sufficiently in contact with your skin without creating any need for showering afterwards.

Your therapist will turn the hand-held machine will be turned on using a low setting. You will feel a slight "prickly" sensation. During the treatment the intensity of the stimulation can be turned up or down.  After approximately 30-minutes, the clay mixture will be "peeled" back and measurement will be taken.  The treated area will then be massaged with Lait Pour Le Corps Moisturizer. The gauze placed under the clay allows for easy clean-up; you can go straight to your next appointment or activity!

What medical conditions could prevent me from receiving an Ionithermie treatment?   

Listed below are some medical conditions that would not allow a person to have an Ionithermie treatment.  When in doubt, it is always advisable to speak with your doctor first.

• Pregnancy, less that 12 weeks post natal, breast feeding

• Metal pins and plates

• Pacemaker

• Cardiac Conditions

• Kidney or liver disorders

• Thrombosis

• Less than three months after surgery

• Cancer

• Sunburn

Reactions to the Algae :

• Hyper-Thyroid (Due to Iodine in the seaweed. Hyper-Thyroid (Due to Iodine in the seaweed. 

• Allergy to Iodine (This usually found in seaweed.  This can be detected if the client has an allergy to shellfish)

• On a positive note, clients with a Hypo-Thyroid react favorably to Ionithermie treatments. 

How often should I receive a treatment?   

Many people see visible results after only one treatment of Ionithermie. However, a more permanent result is achieved with a course of treatments, at a rate of two per week. A course of 5 treatments is recommended for early stages of cellulite,  a course of 10 treatments for visible cellulite conditions, a course of 15-20 treatments may be necessary if the cellulite is hardened and solidified.

Does the treatment hurt?

The galvanic stimulation can be described as a tingly or prickly sensation, which does intensify as the stimuli is increased. The faradic stimulation contracts the tissue, so you feel the equivalent of a mild muscle contraction. This, too, increases as the stimuli is increased. 98% of our clients do not consider the treatment uncomfortable, but any discomfort can immediately be reduced by your therapist adjusting the controls.

Will I have to shower immediately afterward?

No. The gauze keeps the clay from becoming messy on your skin. In fact, there is a benefit to NOT washing off the lotions we apply until as late as possible. Our clients fit their sessions into all parts of their daily schedule, many of them returning to work immediately afterward. Showers are available at our facility, however.

How long is the session?

You should allot one hour for each session, however the first session usually takes 1 ½ hours.

What can I do to maximize results?

The basic good-for-you things apply here, too: eat right, exercise regularly, drink plenty of water, particularly cran-water, a dilution of cranberry juice (1 part cran; 8 parts water). The same day, once you are home a 10 – 15 min. soak in a warm tub with Epsom salt will heighten and prolong your results.

Must I purchase the Home Maintenance Products?   

No, but the Les Complexes Biotechniques home care products will help you in maintaining your results.  The Ionithermie treatment is still working the body for 36-48 hours after your service.  It starts off the chain reaction of moving those stagnant toxins and distorted fat cells, therefore that is the time to immediately begin using the home care products, increasing or beginning an exercise program and healthy eating.

Do Home Maintenance Products come with my treatment?

No, The product line, Les Complexes, has several beneficial products that your clinician will prescribe for your own personal home care regemine.

Is Ionithermie all I need to get rid of my cellulite?   

NO! There is no magic cure for cellulite, but Ionithermie is a proven method of detoxifying cells, resulting in cellulite reduction and smoother, firmer skin. For maximum results, Ionithermie should be implemented in conjunction with a healthy diet and regular exercise program.  

Diet  

• Reduce toxins

• Rehydrate (particularly with Cran-Water)

• Control Calories

• Improve Health

Exercise

• Improves circulation

• Pump lymph

• Burn calories

• Boost metabolism

Ionithermie

• Breaks down trapped fat

• Disperses toxins

• Improves skin elasticity

• Reduces fluid retention

Cellulite: Phases & Stages

The Real Skinny on Cellulite

Cellulite is a French word adopted by alternative Practioners and Beauty Therapists simply because there is no other word in the English language to describe the kind of lumpy fat deposits that tend to collect on various parts of, usually the female, but sometimes the male, anatomy.

It varies considerably in severity and is most often seen on buttocks, upper thighs, inner knees, abdomen and upper arms.  Cellulite has little to do with being overweight.  One can be extremely thin and have cellulite.  Conversely one can be extremely overweight and have little or none.  Microscopic examination of cellulite reveals an accumulation of fat with a high amount of trapped fluid content.  This extra cellular fluid shows a high concentration of metabolic waste, toxins and ingested or inhaled pollutants.

Hypertrophied adipocytes, sluggish lymph and poor circulation all contribute to the phenomenon of cellulite.

In France cellulite has been accepted as a genuine medical condition for the past 40 years, so much so that anti-cellulite treatments are available on their equivalent of the National Health Service.  French doctors believe that if cellulite is left untreated it can lead to more serious medical problems developing such as water retention and arthritis.

Cellulite can also be a result of poor circulation to and from the area.  It is often noticeable in areas of poor muscular development and use, areas that lack good circulation to eliminate toxins and waste materials.  As the connective tissues are poorly supplied they harden, coarsen and re-arrange into bundles which cause the appearance of the “orange peel” look.

Cellulite is different from fat in that it is reluctant to respond to diet and exercise alone.  Ionithermie is a specific treatment to work on areas of cellulite, and when combined with diet, exercise and home care, it is extremely effective.  Ionithermie targets the stubborn cellulite areas that diet and exercise fail to reach