Lipo laser / pads
Lipo Laser Pads — Placement & Timing
Cosmetic contouring appearance as part of a package of services.
What am I doing?
Light-emitting pads strapped over the treatment area for a set time as part of a cosmetic body contouring series.
Where am I doing it?
Abdomen · Flanks · Thighs · Upper arms · Back
How do I do it safely?
Straps snug enough for contact, never restrictive.
What do I do next?
Document the session, give aftercare and set the follow-up.
Movement pattern
Keep the handpiece moving — slow, overlapping, continuous.
- 1Clean and dry skin. No oils or lotions under the pads.
- 2Flat placement. Full contact, no creasing, secured but not tight.
- 3Timed cycle. Use only the instructor / manufacturer approved duration.
- 4Check in. Confirm comfort and check skin at removal.
Technique demonstration
Video placeholder — your instructor uploads the approved demonstration for this modality here.
Manufacturer / Instructor Approved Settings
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Intensity / power level
To be entered by instructor / administrator
Duration per area
To be entered by instructor / administrator
Frequency / mode
To be entered by instructor / administrator
Sessions per week
To be entered by instructor / administrator
Notes from instructor
To be entered by instructor / administrator
Set up
Supplies needed
Clean pads and straps · Disinfectant wipes · Timer · Towels
Client positioning
Comfortable and still for the whole timed cycle, warm and draped, water within reach.
Provider positioning
Stay nearby and check in; do not leave the client unattended if your protocol requires monitoring.
Handpiece positioning
Pads flat against clean, dry skin with full contact and no folds or gaps.
Areas to avoid
- Over the eyes
- Over tattoos, moles and lesions unless cleared by your instructor
- Broken or irritated skin
- Any area excluded by the manufacturer
Common beginner mistakes
- Pads placed over lotion
- Straps too tight
- Running longer than approved
- Reusing pads without disinfecting
Safety reminders
- Follow eye-safety guidance for the device.
- Never extend the timed cycle.
- Inspect skin at removal and document.
Stop
Stop treatment if any of the following happen: Any discomfort; Numbness or tingling from tight straps; Unexpected skin changes. Do not resume until the situation has been appropriately evaluated.
Documentation reminders
- Pad placement map
- Approved cycle duration
- Skin at removal
- Client feedback
Aftercare considerations
- Instructor-approved lipo laser aftercare.
- Common themes: movement after the session, hydration, series consistency.
Mini quiz
The client asks to leave the pads on longer because she has time. What do you do?
Educational use only. SculptCoach does not diagnose conditions and does not replace manufacturer instructions, professional training, state or local requirements, or medical advice. Always follow the settings and protocols approved by your instructor and your device manufacturer.