THE DOLIA METHOD: A SEQUENTIAL MULTIMODAL APPROACH TO NON-INVASIVE BODY CONTOURING

Анотація

Non-invasive aesthetic modalities including ultrasonic cavitation, radiofrequency, vacuum therapy, and infrared stimulation are widely applied in clinical practice, yet no standardized methodology currently governs their coordinated sequencing within a single treatment protocol. The Dolia Method is a structured five-phase system that coordinates these modalities into a reproducible treatment coordination system, supported by conceptual models for directional treatment progression, inter-modality synergy, adaptive energy parameterization based on tissue density grading, and multidimensional outcome scoring through a Composite Transformation Score (CTS). A prospective observational case series was conducted at a single aesthetic practice in Colorado, USA, between October 2025 and April 2026. Twenty-two clients (19 female, 3 male; mean age 37.8 years) completed 8 to 10 sessions with circumferential measurements, tissue firmness assessments, and satisfaction scoring at baseline, midpoint, and endpoint. Mean endpoint circumferential reductions ranged from 2.8 cm at the upper thigh to 4.8 cm at the abdomen, with CTS values between 38 and 74 across participants. Transient mild erythema was the only adverse effect observed. The protocol is designed to be reproducible across practitioners and adaptable to different device ecosystems, supporting potential implementation across aesthetic clinic settings. Limitations of the design, including the absence of a control group and the preliminary nature of the assessment instruments, are discussed alongside directions for controlled multi-site investigation.

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