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Endermologie

Endermologie is a treatment performed by plastic surgeons to rid cellulite. Endermologie treatments effectively reduce the appearance of cellulite. French plastic surgeons developed the first endermologie machine to be used in cellulite treatment. Endermologie seems to prove that cellulite is not a condition associated with being overweight. And yet the appearance of cellulite diminishes with weight loss or liposuction.

Cellulite is a condition that affects 85% of women across the world. Although they are not certain, researchers have come to believe that there a various factors involved. They do conclude that diet, lifestyle choices, and tight clothing which restricts circulation contribute to the formation and nourishment of the condition. Women continue to search for a long-lasting treatment that will rid cellulite from their bodies or at least decrease the cellulite progression.

Endermologie uses rollers over the affected area that feel like a deep tissue massage. Suction is used in tandem to tighten the skin and distribute the dimpling. Sessions usually last between 14 and 28 minutes. Follow ups should be done at least once monthly.

Endermologie has been the first treatment approved by the Food and Drug Administration. Thus the claim “temporary reduction of cellulite" can be legally used. The folding and stretching action of the connective tissue from an endermologie treatment reduces the appearance of cellulite. So the FDA allows treatment plans to claim reduced body measurements, increased circulation, relief of muscle pain, and reduction of muscle spasms.

This method of cellulite reduction was developed in the 1980s as a nonsurgical procedure for treating burn scars. During burn treatments surgeons began to notice the cellulite reduction on patients. From then on, the benefits of endermologie for getting rid of cellulite are well recognized.

Individuals who choose to use endermologie see results within six treatments. Following a treatment, the majority of patients report a very deep relaxing sensation. These people also report a feeling of increased energy level that goes with the relaxed mood. There might be some minor but temporary bruising similar to what happens from a deep tissue massage.

Before having in endermologie treatment, an individual should drink at least 8 cups of water and continue to hydrate during the course of treatment. The drinking of sufficient amounts of water helps eliminate waste products from the body. It also stimulates the lymphatic tissue which makes it easier for the cellulite fats to disperse.

Endermologie Machine

Because of the popularity of the endermologie treatment many manufacturers have developed a relatively inexpensive home-based endermologie machine. Unfortunately, some of these machines do not achieve the same results as seen in a clinically supervised procedures. Most handheld machines cost between $100 and $500 and are not FDA approved. So they can't quite claim that you'll see a reduction in the appearance of cellulite.

At this time the long-term results from this noninvasive treatment have not yet been established. As word spreads about endermologie, there will be more cosmetic surgeons offering the service at their office or at clinics. Individuals who want to try endermologie to reduce the appearance of their cellulite should seek referrals from friends and family.

Although the treatment is noninvasive and has little side effects it is best to seek treatment from a certified cosmetic surgeon. Always continue your search for inexpensive yet successful methods for dealing with cellulite.

There's a related article on Cellulite Surgical Removal.

Always consult with your doctor or a certified professional trainer before undertaking any exercises, treatments, or dietary supplements.

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