Body contouring treatments are safe and effective for many clients when performed correctly and on suitable candidates. However, not everyone is medically suited for these treatments. For safety, effectiveness, and ethical practice, certain conditions and circumstances mean treatment should be postponed or avoided entirely.
A thorough consultation and medical disclosure are essential before starting any slimming or body contouring programme.
Why Contraindications Matter
Non-surgical body contouring treatments work by:
- Breaking down fat cells
- Stimulating the lymphatic system
- Increasing circulation and metabolic activity
If the body cannot safely process these changes, treatments may be ineffective or potentially harmful. This is why some clients may be advised not to proceed or to delay treatment.
LipoVela® Fat-Dissolving Injections – Contraindications
LipoVela® injections are not suitable for clients with any of the following conditions:
- Soya, pea, or any bean allergy (very important)
- Nut allergy of any kind
- Pregnancy
- Breastfeeding
- History of strokes
- History of blood clotting disorders
- Current or past cancer of any kind
- Current or past epilepsy or seizure disorders
- Coronary heart disease
- Clients on heart medication
- HIV/AIDS positive (very important)
- Currently on a course of antibiotics
- Pacemaker or implanted electronic device
Due to the injectable nature of this treatment, strict medical screening is mandatory.
Ultrasonic Cavitation – Contraindications
Ultrasonic cavitation should not be performed on clients who have:
- Pregnancy
- Breastfeeding
- Pacemaker or implanted electronic device
- Heart disease or serious heart conditions
- Liver or kidney disease
- History of cancer
- Epilepsy or seizure disorders
- Blood clotting disorders
- Metal implants in the treatment area
- Current illness such as flu, cold, fever, or infection
- Clients currently on antibiotics
- Clients on blood-thinning medication, including warfarin
Radio Frequency (RF) – Contraindications
Radio Frequency skin tightening treatments are not suitable for clients with:
- Pregnancy
- Breastfeeding
- Pacemaker or implanted electronic device
- Heart conditions or clients on heart medication
- Epilepsy or seizure disorders
- Metal implants in the treatment area
- Active skin infections, inflammation, or open wounds
- Current or past cancer unless medically cleared
- Clients who are currently unwell or on antibiotics
EMS (Electrical Muscle Stimulation) – Contraindications
EMS treatments should not be performed on clients with:
- Pacemaker or implanted electronic device
- Pregnancy
- Epilepsy or seizure disorders
- Heart disease or heart conditions
- Clients on heart medication
- Recent surgery in the treatment area
- Hernia in the treatment area
- Metal implants near the treatment area
- Clients currently sick with flu, cold, or infection
- Clients currently on antibiotics
Ozone Therapy – Contraindications
Ozone therapy is not recommended for clients who have:
- Pregnancy
- Breastfeeding
- Severe anemia
- Bleeding disorders
- Recent heart attack or stroke
- Ozone sensitivity
- Clients currently sick or on antibiotics
Laser Lipolysis – Contraindications
Laser lipolysis should not be performed on clients with:
- Pregnancy
- Breastfeeding
- Pacemaker or implanted electronic device
- Current or past cancer unless medically cleared
- Epilepsy or seizure disorders
- Heart disease or heart conditions
- Liver or kidney disease
- Active skin infections or open wounds in the treatment area
- Clients who are unwell or currently on antibiotics
Temporary Contraindications (When Treatment Should Be Postponed)
All body contouring treatments should be postponed if you are:
- Sick with flu, cold, fever, or infection
- Currently on antibiotics
- Feeling physically run down or unwell
Treatments should only be resumed once you have fully recovered.
The Importance of a Consultation
A professional consultation allows us to:
- Review your medical history
- Identify contraindications
- Select the safest and most effective treatments
- Set realistic expectations
In some cases, the safest decision is to delay treatment or advise against it altogether.
Final Note
Your health and safety always come first. Body contouring is not a shortcut or a replacement for medical care, and ethical treatment planning is essential for real, sustainable results.
If you are unsure whether you are a suitable candidate, a consultation is the best place to start.
