ThermiVA Care

ThermiVA Pre/Post Instructions

HISTORY  

• It is recommended to have a normal physical and pap smear within 2 years.  
• If you have frequent urinary tract infections, it may be required by your provider to complete a urinalysis prior to the procedure.  
• Let your physician/provider know if you are prone to herpes outbreaks, as your provider may want to prescribe an antiviral prior to the treatment.  
• Inform your physician/provider of any vaginal surgery or if you have been told you have any vaginal prolapse.  

  PRE-TREATMENT REQUIREMENTS  

• A negative pregnancy test may be required for women of childbearing age.  
• Increase hydration one day prior to treatment. Drink an extra 4-6 glasses of water.  
• Shower within 2 – 3 hours before the treatment.   
• Empty bladder immediately before treatment and use a wipe to clean the area.  
• MUST clip short the external treatment area (see diagram)  

OR  

• MUST shave the external treatment area (see diagram) at least one day prior to the procedure (Waxing or laser hair removal 5-7 days prior to avoid further irritation).  
• Schedule your procedure when you are NOT menstruating.   

   CONTRAINDICATIONS  

• Cardiac devices such as AICD’s (auxiliary internal cardiac devices), defibrillators, mechanical valves, pacemakers, or any device that is affected by RF energy.  
• Pregnancy  
• Active sexually transmitted disease  
• Current urinary tract infection  
• Greater than a stage 2 pelvic organ prolapse  
• Recent vaginal surgery or fillers may require an alternative treatment  

  TREATMENT SCHEDULE  

• Space treatments approximately one month apart. A series of 3 treatments recommended.  

POST – THERMIVA INSTRUCTIONS 

WHAT TO EXPECT  

• If treated externally, skin may be slightly pink to red, swollen and warm to the touch for approximately one-hour post procedure  
• Possibility of mild cramping, which should resolve in 24 hours  
• Light spotting may occur immediately post procedure  

  ACTIVITY  

• Resume normal physical and sexual activity, unless otherwise directed by your provider  
• No restrictions on showering  
• No restrictions on bathing, swimming or hot tubs (exception: if spotting or mild bleeding wait one day)  

  CALL THE OFFICE IMMEDIATELY AT 412-429-1151 IF YOU EXPERIENCE  

• Bleeding lasting longer than 24 hours  
• Pain uncontrolled by over the counter medication  
• Cramping lasting longer than 24 hours  
• Fever higher than 101 degrees 

FOLLOW UP APPOINTMENT  

• One month after each treatment  

 If you have any questions or concerns, call The Skin Center at 1-800-429-1151.