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CryoShape. A proven method that begins freeing you of the stigma, embarrassment and emotional burden of unsightly Hypertrophic Scars and Keloids (HSK).

How are keloids different from normal scars?

Structure:
Uncontrolled proliferation of disoriented collagen fibers

Appearance:
Hard and rubbery, puffy or ropey, angry red color, bizarre growths
Sensations:
Itchy, painful, tender, irritated by clothing
Focus:
Attracts unwanted attention on a daily basis

How do hypertrophic scars and keloids affect quality of life?

It's a global problem affecting people of all ages and skin colors, in all geographical regions.

Permanent discomfort and / or pain 
Public embarrassment  
Impaired self-confidence and body image  
Reduced social contact and intimacy 
Psychological disturbance  

CryoShape is being called the most exciting advancement in cryosurgery in 100 years. It offers a superior technique and real solution to the challenge of eliminating unwanted and annoying growths, with results that far surpass today’s traditional methods. And it’s now available for the first time in the U.S. The results speak for themselves.

Exciting Advantages of CryoShape:

Most cases require only a single session with a physician1,2
Dramatic reduction in recurrence rate1,4
No risk of scar worsening4
Almost immediate alleviation of annoying itching, pain and tenderness1,2,3
Significant reduction in scar or keloid volume with one treatment1,2
Minor changes in skin surface color5

Hypertrophic Scars and Keloid CryoShape TreatmentCryoShape. The 21st century solution to an age-old problem.

“Now in my late 20s, I have been prone to developing keloids since I was 10. The effect on me over the years has been devastating - emotionally as much as physically. I’ve prayed forever, and overcoming this almost intolerable condition has been my dream for as long as I can remember. CryoShape has finally provided the answer I’ve been searching for most of my life.”

Please feel free to tell us your story… the impact this condition has had on your life; successful and unsuccessful treatments; or simply sharing information about keloids and scars.


References:
1 Har-Shai Y. et al., Intralesional cryosurgery for enchancing the involution of Hypertrophic scars and keloids. Plastic Reconstruction Surgery. 2003
May;111(6):1841-52
2 Har-Shai Y. et al., Intralesional cryosurgery enhances the involution of recalcitrant auricular keloids: a new clinical approach supported by experimental studies. Wound Rep Reg (2006) Jan-Feb;14(1):18-27
3 Bock O. et al., Quality of life with keloid and Hypertrophic scarring. Arch Dermatol Res (2006) 297: 433-438
4 Professor Har-Shai, Personal communication
5 Har-Shai Y. et al., Effect of skin surface temperature on skin pigmentation during contact and intralesional cryosurgery of keloids. European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology. 2007 Feb;21(2):191-8




The CryoShape Blog:

A few tips on trying to prevent Hypertrophic Scars and Keloids.
Does CryoShape work on any size keloid and scar, and how do I know it will work for me?
How difficult/painful is the CryoShape process and what about the healing process?
What’s the prognosis after the CryoShape procedure?
Terrific news for sufferers of keloids and hypertrophic scars.

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