RF electrode for aesthetic and body shaping devices and method of using same

摘要

A segmented RF electrode with one central segment delivering the treatment energy and at least one peripheral segment arranged around the perimeter of the central segment and a temperature control element communicating with the peripheral segment. The electrode is incorporated into an applicator for aesthetic and other skin treatments.

主权项

1. A skin and subcutaneous heating RF electrode for aesthetic and body shaping devices, the RF electrode comprising:
a segmented energy delivery surface having one central segment and at least a first peripheral segment arranged along the perimeter of the central segment and thermally and electrically insulated therefrom and wherein the at first peripheral segment defines a conduit; wherein the first peripheral segment surrounds the central segment and is constructed of an electrically conductive material; a coolant fluid enclosed in the conduit; a source of RF energy connected to both the central segment and the first peripheral segment; a second peripheral segment constructed of an electrically insulating material arranged along a perimeter of the first peripheral segment and surrounding the first peripheral segment; wherein the first peripheral segment and second peripheral segment are separated by thermal and electrical insulation.