Radiofrequency associated with manual lymphatic drainage in facial rejuvenation

Abstract

Objective: To verify the effectiveness of radiofrequency associated with manual lymphatic drainage in facial rejuvenation. Methods: This was a longitudinal and interventional study conducted in the laboratory of the Aesthetics and Cosmetics Course of the University of Fortaleza (UNIFOR) from August to October 2019. Participants were recruited based on a database, totaling a sample of 4 volunteers and 8 sessions. Data were collected through evaluation form, comparative photos in order to verify the results obtained with the treatment. The research was approved by the Ethics Committee of the UNIFOR under opinion number 3,570,017. Results: There was improvement in the aspects of the skin such as improvement of the facial contour, hydration, furrow filling, lines. And reduction of facial edema. Conclusion: The use of radio frequency associated with Lymphatic drainage was beneficial in skin aging. It is suggested that one more volunteers and sessions are held in order to achieve even more results most significant.