Reduction of Cellulite through massage

It can't be stated that massage will remove cellulite because the entire process is one of client participation, cooperation, genetics, and dedication. However, RESULTS SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES. There are methods which are approved by FDA which allow them to say "reduces the APPEARANCE of cellulite" but these methods don't actually remove the material and it just re-forms. What I have done in conjuction with my clients has worked and worked well with sustained results. Cellulite treatment can be incorporated in your massage treatment for $20.00 which includes a container of a proprietary treatment formula which is applied between sessions. The results here were obtained with an agressive approach which does cause a good deal of sensitivity but slower and gentler approaches can be incorporated.

Same subject before	and after 12 treatments Click on the photos to see closer, more detailed version

This is another unretouched example. Judge for yourself.

 

 

What is cellulite?

Cellulite is not a medical or scientific term but it is a commonly used term to describe the pitting, bulging and deformation of the skin usually affecting the thighs, buttocks, and hips of women. Chemical analysis has shown that cellulite is the same as ordinary fat cells and that it is not a unique substance. Fat cells are held together by a network of fibers that are nourished and cleansed by body fluids. Poor circulation can result in a slowing down of this cleansing process and an accumulation of waste materials that thicken and harden into immovable pockets of fat causing the dimple affect.

 

 

How to get rid of it.

Intense tissue massage can break up adhesions and liquefy congealed masses. Directed lymphatic drainage massage can move waste material in small quantities out of the system and, if the client continues a healthy aftercare, result in a permanent or near permanent reduction of cellulite. In addition to the two types of massage a transdermal serum is used to help soften the congealed fat cell structure and tone the skin.

There are 3 classes of cellulite. Class 1 is cellulite which is only visible in certain body positions or when skin is compressed. Class 2 is normally visible but may be reduced or made invisible by various body positions or stretching skin. Class 3 is always visible and body position or skin stretching do not diminish the appearance. It is reasonable to think that a program of three treatments a week for 4 weeks may reduce the cellulite by one class. This is dependant on cooperation and is not a simple fix.
A treatment will consist of application of serum, cellulite breakup massage, and lymphatic drainage. This will take anywhere from 20 to 45 minutes with the remainder of the hour being an abbreviated full body or single zone massage. It will cost $20.00 above the cost of a regular massage and will include a treatment serum to use between sessions. Be prepared to have the treated area remain reddened for several hours. In addition the massage techniques may cause bruising in some of the affected areas. This will depend on your skin type and your choice of aggression in the approach.

 

Client Care

In order for cellulite reduction to be successful and to remain in effect certain things must be done.
Water intake must be kept up. Normally people should be drinking 64 oz per day and extra beyond that for high heat, physical work, or diuretic intake such as coffee, sodas, and alcohol..
Exercise should be kept up or increased. Specifically aerobic exercise will help lymphatic flow and help remove binding toxins. Bouncing on mini trampolines has been shown to be extra beneficial due to the valve structure of the lymphatic system.
Dry brushing to stimulate local circulation should be done at least 5 minutes per day .
Healthy eating is necessary to maintain the appearance of your newly flushed tissues
Patience and persistence. This condition did not come about in a day and will not leave in one day either. I will not, as many others do, require that you pay for a treatment regimen in advance and you may quit at any time but don’t expect to see results before at least 6 –8 treatments.