What should you know about Radiesse hand rejuvenation?

Ageing hands can lose the padding that once softened the outlines of veins, tendons and bones. Radiesse contains calcium hydroxylapatite and is placed under the skin by a trained clinician. It can provide structure while encouraging a tissue response that may improve skin quality over time.

The treatment is about moderation rather than making the hands look puffy. A clinician considers skin thickness, vein prominence, tendon position, movement and symmetry. Bruising, swelling, redness and tenderness are possible while the area settles.

At consultation, discuss your desired change and show any previous injectable treatment. Tell the clinician about allergies, immune conditions, bleeding problems, medicines and skin problems on the hands. Ask how the product will be distributed and how the result will be reviewed once early swelling has passed.

Afterward, use only the care measures provided by the clinic. Avoid rubbing, tight pressure and demanding hand activity until advised. Protect broken skin and report concerns early rather than attempting to correct lumps yourself.

Get prompt advice if pain or swelling is increasing instead of easing, or if you notice spreading redness, heat, unusual firmness, skin discoloration, blisters, numbness or difficulty moving a finger. Severe pain, pale or dusky skin, breathing trouble or facial swelling needs urgent medical attention.

Ask what rejuvenation can and cannot change, whether your hand anatomy makes this option suitable, which alternatives exist, what normal healing looks like, and who to contact outside clinic hours.