Frequently Asked Questions About Endermologie

Cellulite is a common term used to describe pockets of trapped fat immediately below the skin, which cause uneven dimpling or "orange peel"-looking skin. Common but not exclusive areas where cellulite occurs include the thighs, buttocks, and abdomen. Contrary to popular belief, cellulite is not related to obesity, since it occurs in overweight, average, and thin women.

FDA-cleared claims about Endermologie include the following:

• Provides a sustained reduction in the appearance of cellulite and circumferential body measurements of cellulite-treated areas for up to 8 months
• Temporarily improves local blood circulation up to 400%
• Relieves delayed onset of muscle soreness (DOMS) following strenuous workouts
• Relieves minor muscle aches and pains, and muscle spasms, improves local blood circulation during burn rehabilitation (Rx Only)
• Improves lymphatic circulation in the treated area (Rx Only)
• Improves secondary lymphedema (Rx Only)

No. Cellulite is a complex, hereditary issue and must be addressed from the subcutaneous layer to act on fluid retention. While both diet and exercise affect deep fat, they fail to act on the underlying cause of cellulite in the superficial tissue of your skin. Even women who exercise regularly and consume low-fat diets often have cellulite.

Endermologie will help rid your body of undesirable fat deposits, and eliminate toxins. It is recommended that clients hydrate often while receiving treatments. The calculation to determine how much water to consume daily: Take your ideal weight and divide that number by two. That is how many ounces of water you should drink daily. It is also recommended to exercise and eat a well-balanced diet.

The best candidates for Endermologie are men and women who are in good health, have an active daily lifestyle, and possess realistic expectations.

Yes. Endermologie is a state-of-the-art connective-tissue treatment that aids in the rapid removal of lactic acid from muscles. This helps prevent or eliminate soreness and stiffness following rigorous workouts. In addition, Endermologie improves the condition and flexibility of all treated muscles, which helps prevent injuries, improves recovery times from workouts, and reduces the threshold of fatigue.

Lipomassage by Endermologie is the latest generation of Endermologie treatments that treats localized fat, cellulite and contours in a more targeted way. Lipomassage can produce faster and more specific results. These treatments help those who want to target specific body regions and lose inches and/or cellulite.

Many celebrities rely on and publicly promote Endermologie. Gunnar Peterson - Hollywood's celebrity trainer to the stars, works with a number of celebrities who use Endermologie: Angelina Jolie, Jennifer Lopez, Matthew McConaughey, Penelope Cruz, Gwen Stefani, Bruce Willis and Sylvester Stallone are just a few celebrities who have spoken positively about Endermologie. Said Peterson: "Lipomassage is the perfect complement to the training I have designed for my celebrity clients. Even with the most specialized exercise, you cannot target specific areas for spot-fat reduction. Diet and exercise help you lose weight, but not necessarily where you want to lose inches; that's were Lipomassage comes into play," he said.

Endermologie is non-invasive, relaxing and effective. LipoDissolve, a form of Mesotherapy, involves a series of painful injections. Users have experienced burning sensations, soreness, inflammation, and bruising. One of the potential risks includes adverse allergic reactions to associated medications. Results are comparable to Endermologie but the procedure is more costly. Depending on the area, hundreds of injections may be needed.

Read Washington Post's article on Lipo-dissolve, July 26, 2007

For more information, read "LipoDissolve: Under Investigation," by Dr. Alan Matarasso.

Endermologie is a non-invasive procedure and treatments do not involve breaking the skin in any way. Liposuction is designed to help with body shape and volume but doesn't reduce the appearance of cellulite. The cellulite may actually become more obvious. Endermologie is an excellent compliment to plastic surgery because it helps to smooth the lumpiness and eliminate any toxins that may be left over from the surgery.

Clients usually notice significant changes within eight sessions and some clients see results even sooner. It is important to continue with your program throughout the entire series so that your results last longer. Many clients continue with a monthly maintenance program.

Two to three sessions per week are recommended for the first three weeks.

Treatments to improve the texture of your skin last 30-60 minutes and we focus on your targeted areas.

Treatment sessions for sports therapy are usually 15-20 minutes depending on the protocol.

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