If there’s one thing people dread about being fat, then that would be cellulite. This is because cellulite creates complex problems in the body, beginning with increased fat deposition, tissue hardening and reduced lymph flow. In layman’s terms, cellulite is the one that hinders you from losing weight fast. In addition, cellulite can reduce your strength due to decreased blood and oxygen circulation and in turn push you towards a sedentary, not to mention depressing lifestyle.
The problem about cellulite is that it is difficult to break, even with diet and exercise. Yes, it can be reduced, but it takes ridiculous amount of effort before results can be observed. And cellulite thrives in areas where fat is hardest to burn, such as the arms, stomach and thighs.
One way to effectively fight cellulite is through acoustic wave therapy. This kind of therapy makes use of high pressure acoustic waves that penetrate into deeper layers of the skin and targets the areas where cellulite is present.
What acoustic wave therapy does is that the waves go into the deeper layers of the skin and break down cellulite by means of heat. It is like the waves are slowly melting and burning the cellulite so that it can pave way for better blood and oxygen circulation and increase metabolism which could not be immediately reached by conventional weight loss methods such as diet and exercise.
There are basically two types of acoustic wave therapy: one that uses radial waves and the other using planar waves. Radial acoustic waves are relatively slow, and they are able to work on the superficial layers of the skin. Radial waves are good for stage 1 cellulite levels, and at the same time they can stimulate the nerves and increase metabolism.
Meanwhile, planar acoustic wave therapy performs deep penetrating action, and is ideal for areas like the upper thighs and stomach. This is because they can go deeper and reach the inner layers of cellulite. Planar acoustic wave therapy is recommended for areas with stage 3 cellulite, such as those that already form dimples or the “mattress-effect” on the skin due to the fat deposits. Planar waves are not only effective in increasing metabolism, but at the same time activate cells that have been damaged due to the stagnant fat deposits.
Acoustic wave therapy sessions are rather short and quick. You can also focus on specific areas to treat cellulite. Each session lasts for 10-20 minutes, and from there you can feel that the cellulite has become more open for workout and easier reduction.
True, acoustic wave therapy does not make you lose weight. But with the benefits it offers-alongside proper diet and exercise, achieving a slimmer body will no longer be a chore, but a journey you can definitely enjoy.