Sigmacon Medical Products Corp. announced today that the new Pollogen™ apollo™, the most advanced Radio Frequency System in the world for body sculpting and facial contouring, is now available in Canada.

“Despite our tough economic times, projected growth of body sculpting and skin tightening procedures, is expected to climb at an astonishing rate”, says Jay Herman, President of Sigmacon Medical Products Corp. “To meet this demand, we have surveyed the global aesthetic industry and carefully selected only the safest and most advanced RF technology available – the Pollogen apollo™.”

Developed with proprietary TriPollar™ technology, the apollo™ has several advantages over older RF systems. Compared to existing mono-polar and bi-polar devices, the apollo™ provides a more uniform and higher concentration of Radio Frequency energy at a controlled depth. This allows for greater efficacy at lower power settings. In turn, patients can safely achieve immediate results comfortably and pain-free. As well, the treatment is suitable for all skin types and colours.

Clinical results range from a reduction of up to 10cm1 in tummy circumference and 6cm1 in thigh circumference. As well, the apollo™ RF TriPollar™ treatment is used to provide non-surgical face lifts, localized fat reduction, reduction of fine lines, wrinkles and stretch marks, as well as improve skin texture and tightness (including delicate areas such as the décolleté and back of the hands).

"We are very excited about the collaboration with Sigmacon and launching TriPollar™ - the latest 3rd generation RF technology in Canada, comments Ms. Yfat Scialom, CEO of Pollogen Ltd. “We are confident that our clinically proven, safe and effective products meet the expectations and needs of the Canadian market. We look forward to the successful expansion of TriPollar™ technology in North America, as experienced in Asia, South America and Europe."

How the apollo™ TriPollar™ procedure works
apollo™ RF energy safely penetrates the skin to selectively heat the fat cells and extra-cellular matrix (ECM) where collagen fibres are embedded. Localized heating immediately shrinks the fat cells, contracts the collagen fibres and increases the metabolism of the fibroblasts; thereby accelerating the production of new collagen and elastin fibres. In turn, the skin tightens, creating a smoother, healthier and younger appearance.

About Pollogen Ltd.
Pollogen Ltd., manufacturer of apollo™, is an established world leader in the field of professional medical aesthetic equipment and solutions. The Company’s diverse product line is powered by the unique TriPollar™ RF technology, providing full face and body treatments, delivering immediate visible results from the first treatment. Further information can be found at www.pollogen.com and www.tripollar.com.

About Sigmacon Medical Products Corp.
Sigmacon Medical Products is a Canadian distributor of new and emerging healthcare technologies, including diagnostic, surgical and therapeutic systems for medical aesthetics, dermatology, ophthalmology, otolaryngology, gynecology, phlebology and urology.

For more information, please contact:
Terry O’Reilly
Director of Sales
Sigmacon Medical Products Corp.
Toll-Free: 1-800-898-7455 (x251)

Reference:
1. Alex Levenberg, “Circumference Reduction by TriPollar RF Technology using the Apollo Device,” Tel Aviv, Israel: M.D. Doctor’s House, Plastic Surgery Dept., September 2008.