Canadian Women's Struggle with Body Shape Impacts Overall Outlook on Life

- New survey reveals more than 90 per cent of women say there is something about their body they would change¹ -

TORONTO, Sept. 27, 2012 /CNW/ - Apples and pears don't just represent fruit, these are the shapes the majority of women identify their bodies with, according to a new survey of 1,000 Canadian women commissioned by Syneron Medical, the pioneer and market leader in body shaping technologies such as UltraShape® and the globally acclaimed VelaShape® system.  The just-released survey found that 65 per cent of women are not at all satisfied with their mid-sections, including their muffin top (48 per cent), their spare tire (47 per cent) and their love handles (39 per cent) ².  Although 71 per cent of Canadian women still found the time to integrate a solution to improve their body shape such as dieting and/or exercise (59 per cent) ³, nearly half (49 per cent) of women would also consider a non-invasive, non-surgical body shaping procedure to address these problem areas⁴.

"In recent years women in my practice are increasingly concerned about their body shape," says Dr. Lisa Kellett, dermatologist and founder of DLK on Avenue Cosmetic Dermatology Clinic, Toronto, Ontario.  "I believe many Canadian women are proactive in seeking out solutions to maintain a positive outlook when it comes to their body shape.  However, despite eating well and exercising regularly, sometimes there are stubborn areas that don't respond, particularly after having children or losing weight. This can be very frustrating for the women who come to see me."

Women opt for non-surgical procedures to get the body shape they desire

Nearly three times the number of women would prefer a non-surgical procedure over a surgical procedure to target fat pockets on their body (50 per cent vs. 17 per cent)⁵. Women cite cost (88 per cent), pain (72 per cent) and downtime (71 per cent) as the key barriers to having an invasive surgical procedure to rid fat pockets⁶, as opposed to a non-invasive, non-surgical procedure such as UltraShape.

UltraShape is a clinically-proven, safe, comfortable, no-downtime non-surgical body shaping procedure conducted by a healthcare professional.  It is the first technology to simultaneously treat multiple depths of fatty tissue, with Vertical Dynamic Focus^TM. According to survey respondents, more than half of women would be likely to consider this option (56 per cent) ⁷, and "looking better in their clothes" was the number-one reason why (85 per cent) ⁸.

Women said that the top reasons they would be interested in UltraShape is because it is non-surgical (87 per cent), there is no downtime (70 per cent), results are seen quickly (63 per cent), and it is comfortable (54 per cent) ⁹.

"Even with a healthy diet and exercise, we still can't control what fat the body burns," said Dr. Arie Benchetrit, certified plastic surgeon and medical director of Cosmedica, Montreal, Quebec.  "UltraShape is a good option for those women who want to change their body shape and image.  The attributes of UltraShape are increasingly preferred by women in my clinic, and it is one of the only non-surgical procedures that actually destroy fat cells.  I've seen a great response and consistent results among my patients, and I know it can have a positive impact for those women who have trouble seeing results in stubborn problem areas."

A regional list of Canadian healthcare professionals who offer the UltraShape procedure can be viewed at www.UltraShapeYourOutlook.com.  Tweet @UltraShape for more information.

About the Survey

The survey was completed using Leger Marketing's online panel, with a sample of 1,000 Canadian women between the ages of 25 to 60.  A probability sample of the same size would yield a margin of error of ±3.1 per cent, 19 times out of 20.¹

About UltraShape®

From the makers of VelaShape®, the first and still the only clinically proven body shaping technology for cellulite¹¹ and circumference reduction¹², comes the next innovation in body shaping - UltraShape.  UltraShape is a clinically proven, non-surgical body shaping solution for both men and women that is approved in Canada. UltraShape's proprietary technology emits patented pulsed focused ultrasound energy that prompts an instant mechanical (non-thermal) destruction of fat cells - selectively destroying unwanted fat cells in problematic areas such as the abdomen, flanks and thighs without discomfort and downtime. With Vertical Dynamic Focus^TM, UltraShape is the first technology to simultaneously treat multiple depths of fatty tissue for greater volume of fat destruction.

About Syneron Medical Ltd.

Syneron Medical Ltd. - a company devoted to real technology, real science and real results - is the leading global aesthetic device company with a comprehensive product portfolio and a global distribution footprint. The Company's technology enables physicians to provide advanced solutions for a broad range of medical-aesthetic applications including body contouring, hair removal, wrinkle reduction, rejuvenation of the skin's appearance through the treatment of superficial benign vascular and pigmented lesions, and the treatment of acne, leg veins and cellulite. The Company sells its products under two distinct brands, Syneron and Candela. With its innovative approach to aesthetic treatments, Syneron has now entered into one of the largest in-demand applications, skin lightening. Founded in 2000, the corporate, R&D, and manufacturing headquarters for Syneron Medical Ltd. are located in Israel. Syneron also has R&D and manufacturing operations in the US. The company markets and services and supports its products in 86 countries. It has offices in North America, France, Germany, Italy, Portugal, Spain, UK, Australia, China, Japan, and Hong Kong and distributors worldwide.

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¹ UltraShape Omnibus Survey, September 2012.  Slide 25
² UltraShape Omnibus Survey, September 2012.  Slide 16
³ UltraShape Omnibus Survey, September 2012.  Slide 28
⁴ UltraShape Omnibus Survey, September 2012.  Slide 34
⁵ UltraShape Omnibus Survey, September 2012.  Slide 34
⁶ UltraShape Omnibus Survey, September 2012.  Slide 40
⁷ UltraShape Omnibus Survey, September 2012.  Slide 39
⁸ UltraShape Omnibus Survey, September 2012.  Slide 42
⁹ UltraShape Omnibus Survey, September 2012.  Slide 36
¹⁰ UltraShape Omnibus Survey, September 2012.  Slide 6
¹¹ Temporary reduction of the appearance of cellulite
¹² Circumference reduction of the thighs

SOURCE: Syneron Medical Ltd