Areas people ask about
Body treatments are discussed for many areas. Common questions involve:
- the abdomen and flanks
- the thighs and buttocks
- the upper arms
- the area under the chin
- the back
- the legs, for lymphatic massage
Each area may suit a different device or method, and some may not suit any. A licensed provider looks at the area, asks about your health and medicines, and decides what is suitable. Visits usually come as a series, and the number varies.
Who performs body treatments
Who may run body contouring devices or give cellulite treatments depends on the method and on state rules. Some devices can be run by trained staff under a supervising provider. Any injectable cellulite option is given by licensed providers where state law allows. Lymphatic massage is often done by a licensed massage therapist or a nurse.
In Missouri, ask the provider who will do your treatment, what license or training they hold, and who supervises them. Also ask who to contact if you have a concern after a visit. A licensed provider decides what is suitable.
Questions to have ready
Bring these questions to a body treatment consultation:
- Which method or device would you suggest, and why?
- Who will perform it, and what training do they have?
- How many visits do people usually have, and how far apart?
- What sensations should I expect during and after?
- What side effects are possible?
- How is cost worked out for a series?
Cost is set by each provider, so ask at the consultation. You can find more ideas on the questions to ask page.
Questions about body treatments
What counts as a body treatment?
At a med spa, body treatments usually mean non-surgical services such as body contouring devices, cellulite treatments and lymphatic massage. Contouring devices apply cold, heat or other energy to chosen areas. Lymphatic massage is a gentle manual technique. A licensed provider explains what they offer.
What are cellulite treatments?
They are a mixed group. Some use devices with radiofrequency, sound waves or suction. Some are hands-on techniques. Some providers offer injectable options, which are given by licensed providers where state law allows. Ask what method a provider uses and how it works in general terms.
Does this site perform body treatments?
No. This site has no staff, providers or clinic. It passes your consultation request to a provider in or near St. Louis. That provider decides what is suitable after a consultation, and cost is set by them.
One form, one local provider, and your questions answered before any decision.
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