Ask Dr. Man- Ivivi

Dear Dr. Man, My friend has had quite a bit of plastic surgery in her life. She just had some more plastic surgery and her surgeon gave her a device to take home to help speed up her healing. For the life of me, I can’t remember the name. It had its own controls and delivered electric impulses. What is this device called and can you please tell me more about it?

Most likely, your friend’s surgeon used a newer device called the Ivivi, which helps speed recovery from surgery. It is shaped like a lasso and made of white wire, with a control that is easily operated. The Ivivi is a portable, battery-operated device that is activated by the patient, delivering tiny electrical pulses to the incision sites.

Backed by years of research, Ivivi can reduce swelling and pain associated with surgical procedures. In fact, 80% of patients who use Ivivi report their delight at its effectiveness in reducing post-operative pain.

Ivivi is also used to ease the pain and discomfort of non-invasive procedures such as Botox and chemical peels. The most dramatic effect Ivivi has is on patients following major surgery. I had one patient recently who had a full body lift to remove excess skin after he lost almost 200 pounds. A full body lift is one of the most painful procedures done by plastic surgeons. Body lifts usually entail a long and painful recovery. I had this patient use Ivivi to accelerate the healing process; in turn, it helped him get back to work in only two weeks, which is nearly unheard of following such major surgery.

Ivivi works through clothing, dressings or even casts. The applicator head is swung over the treated area, lightly resting against the treated area. The applicator doesn't need to touch the patient directly. A button is pushed and treatment begins, lasting 30 minutes. Treatments are generally given twice or three times a day.

Ivivi is extremely safe. There are no side effects and no chance of overdose or negative interactions with other treatments. In over 600,000 treatments, there have been no adverse effects reported. The technology is designed in such a way that only injured or damaged tissues respond. Healthy tissue is not affected in any way.
If you’re considering plastic surgery, consult with a board-certified plastic surgeon.

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Dr. Daniel Man is a board-certified plastic surgeon who has dedicated his life’s work to helping people look younger and improve their appearance through cosmetic surgery. He is a noted author, artist, inventor and educator. Dr. Man has been featured on major television networks, as well as national and local magazines and newspapers for his work as both a plastic surgeon and an artist. He has a successful private practice in Boca Raton, FL. For more information about Dr. Man, visit www.drman.com.