Are you considering shockwave treatment for cellulite but what you have seen so far has not convinced you completely?
Then this article is for you: let's start at the beginning.
Cellulite: some useful information
Cellulite is a tissue inflammation that affects the dermis and subcutaneous tissue, due to an accumulation of fatty tissue in the form of fat nodules and toxins. The fat cells swell and press on the microcirculation, creating, water retention and inflammation. Visually, this situation manifests itself through the so-called "orange peel'.
Cellulite is more common in the female population, due to hormones and a different structure of collagen fibres than in men.
The areas where we are most likely to see cellulite appear are:
- Hips
- Glutei
- Thigh
- Knees
- Abdomen
There are 'natural' methods to combat cellulite, which include:
- Exercising
- Eat a balanced diet and drink plenty of water
- Sleep well and try to minimise stress
- Avoid smoking and drinking alcohol
If you have already tried all these things but without results, it might be time to think about non-invasive medical-aesthetic treatments, such as shockwaves for cellulite, at professional centres like MedikalBeauty.
Now, let us go into more detail.
What are 'Shockwaves'?
Le shock waves are pulsating acoustic waves with high energy and amplitude, which form in a very short time. The shock wave is a single pulse with a very rapid pressure increase, followed by a slower decrease. Once generated, it travels towards the target area while maintaining almost unchanged velocity and potential energy and releases energy to the tissues according to their greater or lesser density.
Their first use was in the medical field: they originated as a treatment for kidney and urethral stones; later, they were used in orthopaedic-traumatology and only in recent years also in dermatofunctional physiotherapy, to combat cellulite.
Shockwaves for cellulite work like this: by increasing the vascularisation of the treated area, they counteract the blockage of microcirculation caused by cellulite. In addition, they also have an important effect in reducing localised fat deposits, implementing a real lipolysisafter which the area must be drained with lymphatic massage or pressure therapy.
How does the shockwave treatment for cellulite work?
Shock waves produce a vibration that goes through all the layers of the skin down to the subcutis, where cellulite is deposited. The therapist is able to adjust the depth of penetration and focus the energy on a specific area, optimising the treatment.
Before starting the sessions a specialist will make a dermatofunctional assessment and will build a totally customised path with a specific number of sessions and the necessary timing to achieve the goals you want. In fact, there is no one-size-fits-all course: it will be designed and tailored to your characteristics and needs.
What results can be achieved with Shockwaves?
- Skin regenerationwaves activate the cell nucleus, inducing the generation of growth factors;
- Improvement of microcirculationwaves promote the formation of new blood vessels, counteracting cellulite from the very first session. Tissue oxygenation is thus improved;
- Acceleration of metabolism of fat cells;
- Stimulation of the lymphatic systemThis helps the elimination of liquids and toxins, reducing swelling;
- Induction of collagen and elastin synthesiswhich improves the appearance of the skin, making it appear firmer and more elastic
- Strengthening connective tissue and toning muscles
If the treatment is accompanied by a healthy diet and the right physical activity, results are maintained over time.
Are there risks and contraindications?
It is best to avoid shockwave treatment if:
- One suffers from coagulopathies
- They assume anticoagulants
- One suffers from thrombosis
- You have cancer diseases
- It was of pregnancy
- One suffers from polyneuropathy due to diabetes
- You have inflammation or wounds open in the area to be treated
- One suffers from severe renal dysfunction
- They bring pacemaker o prosthesis
- One underwent therapy with cortisone up to six weeks before treatment
Some considerations on Shockwaves
Shockwaves produce more immediate effects in the case of oedematous and fibrous cellulite. Results tend to be slower to arrive in the case of the cellulite scleroticIt takes more sessions and a little more patience, but you will notice a big difference.
Before the treatment, a diagnosis is essential, both to design your personalised pathway and for you: you can ask the specialist all your questions and doubts, so that you can approach the treatment with maximum serenity.
The 'hardest' task, however, will be yours.
To achieve lasting results is important:
- Drink at least 2 litres of water per day
- Regular physical activity
- Have a nutrition expert follow you for a healthy, balanced diet
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