1. EDEXCEL Level 3 SUBSIDIARY DIPLOMA in Beauty Therapy
Audio Sonic Lesson

2. AUDIO SONIC LESSON Aim: To perform audio sonic Objectives-
Objectives-
State 3 effects and benefits of incorporating audio sonic treatments into massage (comprehension questions).
List 3 contra indications to the treatments
Demonstrate audio sonic treatment into a massage (Listen and respond to information), (Measuring time).
List home and aftercare advice and identify at least one retail opportunity
Extended Objective:
List and describe 5 contra indications to the treatments EQ
Identify barriers to your learning

3. Audio Sonic

4. Audio Sonic
Audio sonic vibrator is a small, hand held appliance which creates a gentle stimulation through sound waves. Sound waves are transmitted by all media- solid, liquid or gas. The molecules in human tissue will vibrate when struck by sound waves. It is believed that lymph, cartilage, muscle and bone can conduct audio sonic pulses.
Audio sonic contains a coil which is controlled by a electro magnet. When current is applied one way the coil moves the other way creating a backwards- forward movement with the head remaining static so the treatment is less stimulating on the surface and more relaxing for the client.
Sound waves penetrate deep into the tissues at a cellular level and are therefore more beneficial in relaxing tension nodules

5. Treatment technique Explain the treatment effects and sensation
Check for contra indications
Select flat or ball applicator
Apply talc or oil to the skin
Use stroking or circular movements
Treatment time:- 5 – 15 minutes

6. Effects and benefits of audio sonic
To reduce tension nodules, muscle spasm and overworked muscles
Produces warmth, erythema and relaxation of tissue fibres
Increases cell metabolism and circulation
Aids desquamation
Stimulates sebaceous activity
Improves the appearance of dry, dehydrated and sensitive skins

7. Contra indications to treatment
Metal pins or plates
Thrombosis
Back or abdomen during pregnancy
Headaches or migraines
Highly vascular or inflammatory conditions
Skin diseases or disorders
Undiagnosed pain
Sun/ wind burn

8. Lesson Review In pairs discuss what you have learnt today.
Write down two new thing you have learnt today