Mechanical roller massage therapy is a non-invasive procedure to reduce cellulite.

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Mechanical Roller Message Therapy

Mechanical Roller Message Therapy - Introduction

Mechanical roller massage therapy is used in the treatment of cellulite. Although diet and exercise can help to reduce the overall dimpling and lumpiness associated with cellulite, some patients are genetically predisposed to accumulating cellulite and will still develop cellulite at a very low weight. Mechanical roller massage is popular for its healing, relaxing, therapeutic and pleasurable effects.

Mechanical Roller Message Therapy - History

Long term results of mechanical roller massage therapy have not been established, but it has been used since 1996. And aside from the cosmetic uses of mechanical roller massage therapy, it has also been used to soften scars from burns and to soften connective tissues. Further research and studies will need to be done to find a more permanent solution for cellulite.

Mechanical Roller Message Therapy – What is Cellulite?

Cellulite is thought to occur when connective tissue is built up between the skin and the muscles—usually in the area below the buttocks and above the back of the knees. This is not to say that cellulite can not appear elsewhere, but this area seems to give patients the most grief. Cellulite has also been said to develop from a build up of fat in the fat cells of the specific area. With the build up of water around these cells, the cellulite is formed. As the fat cells grow, the skin gains that ‘orange peel’ appearance. Unfortunately, this entire situation causes a lessened ability to drain off toxins and excess fluids, and effectively ruins the connective tissues. The skin loses the ability to bounce back and is resistant to improvement through exercise and dietary restrictions.

Women are more likely to develop cellulite—about 90% of women will have cellulite at some point in their life. Recently, cellulite has been attacked by various creams and special diets, but they do not seem to have consistent results and need to be continuously used in order to receive the full benefits. In many cases, surface treatments for cellulite temporarily tighten the skin, but the area will return to its original state when treatment use is discontinued.

Mechanical Roller Message Therapy in Cellulite Treatment

So where does that leave mechanical roller massage therapy? Mechanical roller massage therapy is currently approved by the Federal Drug Administration for its use against cellulite. It is a non-invasive procedure that works to stimulate the affected area and provides temporary tightening of dimpled skin. With continuous treatments and proper maintenance of diet and exercise, mechanical roller massage therapy can be the perfect complement to other cosmetic procedures.

Mechanical Roller Message Therapy – Who is it for?

The best candidates for mechanical roller massage therapy include those who have tried to decrease their cellulite with diet and exercise to no avail. Those patients that are in good health and are committed to maintaining the results also make the best candidates for mechanical roller massage therapy. A combination of repeated mechanical roller massage therapy treatments along with proper diet and exercise will increase the maximum benefits of the therapy. Drinking eight to ten glasses of water along with avoiding processed foods, caffeine, and alcohol is recommended after beginning a mechanical roller massage therapy. Patients are also advised to walk up to thirty minutes a day to promote further circulation.

Mechanical Roller Message Therapy – Procedure

Mechanical roller massage therapy is a deep tissue massage, incorporating the stimulation of lymphatic drainage. It has been suggested that cellulite may be the result of the body’s inability to drain away fats and toxins in certain areas of the body. In the first hour long treatment, the patient should not feel pain as the treatment is performed. Usually a trained practitioner performs the treatments—it’s very important to find someone who has lots of experience with mechanical roller massage therapy.

Mechanical roller massage therapy works by using a mechanical roller and regulating suction to make the skin fold symmetrically in order to stimulate the area’s circulation. Although the first treatment takes an hour to complete, subsequent treatments will only last from thirty to forty-five minutes. Most patients find that the best results are achieved after a dozen sessions or so. After the maximum results have been achieved, then less frequent visits can be scheduled.

Mechanical Roller Message Therapy – Limitations

It is important to stress that mechanical roller massage therapy will not cure the causes of the cellulite, but only the appearance. Dimples and bumps on the skin will reappear unless regular maintenance sessions are scheduled. But this aside, good results have been shown in scientific studies in the United States and Europe.