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Fat Reduction Using External Laser Radiation and Niacin

a laser radiation and fat reduction technology, applied in machine/engine, machine control, renewable energy generation, etc., can solve the problems of fat or cellulite reduction, long recovery period, and a large amount of inflammation after the procedure, so as to reduce fat or cellulite and smooth contours

Inactive Publication Date: 2011-12-01
ERCHONIA CORP
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[0012]The present invention is a non-invasive method for reducing fat or cellulite in a patient by administering a therapeutically effective amount of niacin and applying laser energy to targeted external regions of a patient's body. The present method helps create smooth contours.

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The procedure carries with it some risks and side effects.
Due to the physical damage induced, the procedure can damage nerves, lymphatics and vasculature in the surrounding area, often resulting in significant loss of blood as the blood is vacuumed out with the fat and the formation of seroma due to damaged lymphatic channels.
In addition, the post-procedure recovery period is long and often accompanied by a great deal of inflammation, bruising and concomitant pain.
These procedures suffer the disadvantage of still having to physically stab the cannula repeatedly in the fat layer as well as essentially melting the adipose tissue, resulting in undesirable levels of bruising, inflammation, pain, blood loss, and seroma formation.
While a significant improvement over prior art, it is still invasive and carries with it the corresponding pain and risks.
The effect of these agents on cellulite is somewhat dubious, and these agents are not known to actually reduce fat.
These procedures are disadvantageous in that they utilize such high energy sources that they excessively heat the surrounding tissue, which can result in damage to the tissue and pain.
In addition to destruction of cells, another difficulty with this method is accurately obtaining the desired focal zone under the skin.

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[0016]The present invention combines niacin and low-level laser therapy to reduce fat in a patient and contour the body. Niacin is a water-soluble vitamin necessary for many aspects of health, growth, and reproduction. It is part of the vitamin B complex, and is also known as nicotinic acid or vitamin B-3. Niacin assists in the functioning of the digestive system, skin, and nerves. It is also important for the conversion of food to energy. Niacin is found in dairy products, poultry, fish, lean meats, nuts, and eggs. Legumes and enriched breads and cereals also supply some niacin.

[0017]Niacin can be administered orally, topically, sublingually, nasally, intravenously or otherwise parenterally. As used herein, a therapeutic amount of niacin is the amount that increases the amount of fat metabolized by the patient's body. For example, the therapeutically effective amount of niacin administered orally can be about 500 mg or more than about 15 mg. The therapeutically effective amount of ...

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Abstract

The present invention is a non-invasive method for reducing fat or cellulite in a patient by administering a therapeutically effective amount of niacin and applying laser energy to targeted external regions of a patient's body. The present method helps create smooth contours.

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CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]This application is a continuation of co-pending U.S. patent application Ser. No. 11 / 522,136 filed Sep. 14, 2006, which is a continuation-in-part of co-pending U.S. patent application Ser. No. 11 / 053369 filed Feb. 7, 2005 which claims the benefit of co-pending U.S. Provisional Application No. 60 / 542,720 filed Feb. 6, 2004.FIELD OF INVENTION[0002]This invention relates to a method for non-invasive, non-traumatic shaping and contouring of a human body by external means. In particular, this invention relates to administering niacin to a patient to enhance the effects of applying laser energy to targeted external regions of a patient's body to reduce fat by facilitating the removal of the intracellular fat from fat cells in the targeted areas.BACKGROUND[0003]There is a great demand to be slimmer and have smoother contours. Many people resort to the cosmetic surgical procedure known as liposuction, wherein excess adipose tissue, also known as ...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): A61M35/00A61N1/00C02F1/00C02F1/32E03C1/00F03B1/00F03B13/00F03B13/10H02K7/18H02P9/04
CPCC02F1/001Y10T29/49009C02F1/283C02F1/32C02F1/325C02F9/005C02F2201/009C02F2201/3222C02F2201/326C02F2209/005C02F2209/006C02F2307/06E03C1/08E03C2201/40F03B1/00F03B13/00F05B2220/602F05B2240/2411H02K7/1823Y02B10/50Y02E10/223Y02E10/28Y10T29/49229C02F1/008A61B2018/00464A61N5/0613A61N2005/0644A61N2005/0651A61N5/067H02K7/18Y02E10/20
Inventor SHANKS, STEVEN C.MALONEY, RYAN
Owner ERCHONIA CORP
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