Are you tired of cellulite, those unsightly lumps and bumps of fat just underneath the skin? Many women and men are afflicted by cellulite, and there are several methods out there that promise to get rid of it. Acoustic Wave Therapy, or AWT, is one of the newest ways to treat cellulite. This method uses special paddles that emit acoustic pulses, or waves of pressure, as they are moved over the areas being treated. In just thirty minutes, your skin can become smoother and appear more toned.
The waves emitted by the acoustic wave device pass through the fat and skin to target the bands of fibrous connective tissue responsible for the dimpling and rippling of the skin. By relaxing this connective tissue and making it more elastic, AWT may smooth the look of cellulite. AWT therapy also aims to increase circulation and the production of collagen, a key structural element within the skin.
This non-invasive procedure is intended for people who are in good overall health and who are near their ideal weight. It works best on those whose excess fat is close to the surface of the skin, where it gathers into lumps. After undergoing acoustic wave therapy for cellulite, you can experience slight tenderness, bruising, or redness in the treated area, though no downtime is required and many patients return to work the same day as their treatment session. While many patients notice results after the first session, the results generally become noticeable after three to four treatments.
