How It Works

Power-Assisted Liposuction Redefined

Unlike other reciprocating power-assisted liposuction technologies, the PowerX^® System utilizes a rotational movement of the cannula to quickly and effectively treat fatty areas, while minimizing trauma to the surrounding tissue. The physician has control over the rotation angle and the rotation speed.

Rotation Angle

The rotation angle determines how far the cannula rotates. All angle selections refer to the total angle traveled by the cannula, split equally about the home position. For example, if you select a rotation angle of 180º, the device will rotate 90° clockwise from its home position, return to home position, rotate another 90° counter‐clockwise before returning to its home position again, for a total of 180° of angular rotation.

In general, the higher angle options (360° and 720°) are utilized in deeper tissue where rapid debulking of fat is desired. For more superficial treatments, where the orientation of the ports may be important, the lower angle settings (90° and 180°) are utilized.

Rotation Speed

The rotation speed determines how fast the cannula rotates. In general, faster rotational speeds (340 and 420 rpm) are used in deeper tissue, while slower speeds (100, 180 and 260 rpm) are more desireable in superficial treatments. Physician stroke speed and patient comfort will help determine the appropriate speed settings.