ABSTRACT
Radiofrequency technology dates back to the 1920’s with the introduction of electrocautery. Over the decades, it has been used in multiple specialties for cauterization and ablation. Recently, the use of radiofrequency emerged a non-invasive, non-ablative technology that uses volumetric thermotherapy modify the connective tissue septa and fat in the treatment of cellulite [1]. Although there is no consensus on the etiology of cellulite, growing evidence suggests that a decrease in the microcirculation and weakening of connective tissue with subsequent herniation of subcutaneous adipose tissue into the dermis play a role in its pathogenesis [2,3]. Existing treatment modalities for cellulite range from exercise, weight loss, vibrating machines, suction devices, topical creams, mesotherapy, injectables, surgical subcision, lasers and recently in the last decade radiofrequency devices. e proposed mechanisms for e cacy of radiofrequency in cellulite treatment include thermal injury leading to tightening of dermal brous septae, formation of new collagen and collagen remodeling; improved local blood circulation; dissolution of fatty acid and thermal-induced fat cell apoptosis [4,11].
