Blackford Wellness Helps You Get on the Right Track
By Morgan H. Holden
Set in the heart of the mountains of Western North Carolina, Blackford Wellness is an up-and-coming body contouring and health spa on a mission to help women of all ages and sizes on their journey to reach their health and beauty goals. Led by lifelong North Carolina resident and medical professional Priscilla Hendrix, Blackford Wellness offers a myriad of non-invasive, pain-free treatments focusing on fat loss and contouring in addition to wellness treatments such as detox sauna therapy, LED light therapy and teeth whitening.
With a passion for education and a dedication to providing the best services, Priscilla uses gentle techniques such as cavitation, laser lipo and cryolipolysis to improve body contour and create a more sculpted appearance.
Cavitation utilizes ultrasonic waves to break down fat, and is a great option for those looking to reduce size in larger areas.
Laser Lipo treatments use heat and light therapy to break down fat in smaller areas and are great for smoothing or tightening those stubborn areas like love handles, chin and arms.
Cryolipolysis, commonly referred to as cool-sculpting, destroys fat cells in targeted areas by freezing them.
All three of these treatments are gentle experiences, taking around an hour in the office. No needles or drainage are required for these treatments, as they each allow your body to eliminate the fat cells naturally through your lymphatic system over time.
My experience with Blackford Wellness started with a cavitation appointment. I had been feeling stuck in a depressive slump since the quarantine had mostly shut down my ability to work as a freelance artist, and had packed on the pounds over those years. I have struggled with weight and self image for years, and when the quarantine was beginning to end, I found myself feeling hesitant to leave the house and be seen by others publicly. I saw an ad for Blackford Wellness, a new local business at the time, offering unheard-of deals on body contouring services, and made an appointment. I walked in skeptical, feeling the most unhealthy I have ever felt in my life, unsure that the treatments would be intensive enough to be effective at my current size, and doubting myself and my ability to take control of my health and appearance. Priscilla quickly put me at ease about the options for someone at my current size and assured me I would see results.
My session started with twenty minutes in the detox sauna bag, a simple insulated unit similar to a sleeping bag, with multiple zones of infrared heat incorporated to heat the body quickly. I despise being hot and was sure this was about to be torture, but the design of the bag leaves your face out of the heat and was actually quite soothing to my muscles and joints. I also suffer from early-onset arthritis and swelling issues as a result of an injury many years ago. I never dreamed that I would find relief from something so simple.
By that evening, I was noticing a huge difference in my achiness, as well as my mood, and awoke the next day to discover the typical morning swelling was nowhere to be seen or felt. I was so surprised that I instantly started doing some research into the detox sauna treatment and learned that it has a long list of benefits, including improved mood, improved circulation and improved sleep, which were all contributing factors to my overall feeling of wellness. From that point on, I was sold on the benefits of detox sauna therapy!
For the remainder of my session, Priscilla used cavitation to break down fat cells in my abdominal area by using a wand-like device that uses ultrasonic waves to penetrate the skin and destroy the outer cell wall of fat cells. It was entirely painless, the only indication I was receiving a treatment being a low occasional vibration sound from the wand. This treatment is followed by RF (radiofrequency) skin tightening, which is also administered with a gentle wand-like device without any pain or discomfort. I left the first session feeling an instant improvement in that puffy, bloated, uncomfortable feeling I had often suffered from, and trying to decide if my waist band was really looser or if that was my imagination. I increased my water intake as suggested, and felt an immediate energy boost from the vitamin B-12 injection I received in the office. By that evening, I was feeling much more optimistic about being able to regain control of my health and scheduled a series of sessions.
Over the next two months, I was able to shrink my waist size almost eight inches and noticed a huge improvement in the smoothness and firmness of my skin in the area treated. The swelling issues I had been battling became a thing of the past, my body pain levels decreased, and my general feeling of well-being returned to me. This huge improvement was just the boost my mental health needed to drag me out of my slump and have me feeling like myself again for the first time in many years! These days, I continue to receive treatments from Blackford Wellness about twice a month, and always look forward to my days in the office there.
During her time as a wellness practitioner, Priscilla has found that the quick results from treatments, such as cavitation, cryolipolysis and laser lipo, has been a great catalyst for those on a health or weight loss journey. She encourages these clients to stick to healthier eating plans and reasonable exercise habits, resulting in greater overall weight loss and health improvements without medications or surgery. A variety of wellness treatments are available to help improve the body’s ability to detoxify, increase circulation, naturally boost your mood, improve sleep cycles and enhance the results of the body contouring services as well.
Priscilla’s thoughtful and nurturing nature shines through in her treatments in the office, allowing her to put clients at ease and give them peace of mind that she has their health and best interests at heart. When she isn’t in the office, Priscilla enjoys spending time with her family and driving her classic 1966 Mustang. Raised by a Ford enthusiast, Priscilla’s love of Mustangs comes from her father and the company’s name honors him today, as their family cars are traditionally black Ford vehicles, giving the name ‘Blackford’ a personal meaning she takes great pride in. Priscilla also loves animals, and helps rescue cats and care for animals in need in her spare time.
Whether you’re hoping to feel healthier, regain your energy, or improve your appearance, Blackford Wellness is committed to helping you reach these goals without strict diets, medications, or expensive surgeries. Priscilla strongly believes that wellness should be accessible to everyone, and is committed to providing that to her local community. Consultations are free, and appointments are available by phone or through Vagaro. Reach out today to find out how Blackford Wellness can help you!
For more information on Blackford Wellness, visit their website: www.blackfordwellness.net
To book your appointment today, go to: www.vagaro.com/blackfordwellness