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Treatment For Cellulite

Woman needing treatment for cellulite
| Treatment for cellulite can reduce visibility

If you are looking for the best treatment for cellulite you have probably realised they have some things in common. Whether it’s creams, lotions, lasers or surgery they tend to be expensive, unproven and can be very invasive. But what you might not have considered is that having a massage is not only relaxing and therapeutic, it can naturally get rid of visible cellulite. As a massage therapist I have massaged hundreds of clients for varies issues. This includes pain, tight muscles, strains, knots, anxiety and more. And many times I’ve been told something along the lines of, “This might sound silly but, I don’t seem to have as much cellulite and I look more toned.”

Let’s take a quick look at what cellulite is and why it isn’t silly to suggest that massage treatment can help.

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What Is Cellulite

Cellulite is simply fat that is acting against connective tissue and therefore gives the appearance of an uneven surface. It is most commonly visible on your thighs, buttocks and stomach but can also affect arms, breasts and hips(1). Although it is not at all harmful or a sign of being overweight (slim women have it too) the more fat there is the more cellulite might be visible. Factors that can make the issue worse include age, poor diet, an unhealthy lifestyle, genetics and pregnancy. For more information on this read my article here

The Causes Of Cellulite

So if cellulite is natural how can massage help? Well it can not physically get rid of cellulite any more than it can get rid of fat. But according to healthline.com, “Creams don’t remove the cellulite. Instead, they temporarily reduce the appearance of it. The fat cells still exist under the skin.” And the same applies to massage. From experience and client feedback however, I have noticed that massage can reduce its appearance. It can also give a more toned look to treated muscles. In other words, it is an effective and natural treatment for cellulite.

The reason for this is that your lifestyle will almost certainly involve something that has a detrimental effect on your body. This might be an active lifestyle that includes a busy job and lots of exercise. It might be more sedentary and leave you working at a desk all day, driving or watching TV. It might be that your days are stressful and leave you feeling anxious and in need of a drink or some comfort food. Or it could be a combination of all three. Whatever it is the result will be tight muscles, knots and the build up of scar tissue. By impeding blood flow, these restrictions compromise the body’s natural detoxification processes. This can cause toxins to build up and potentially lead to further health concerns.

The result is that cellulite becomes more visible than it otherwise would be. And massage to the affected areas, or even to the body as a whole, can reverse this.

How Massage Is A Treatment For Cellulite

Reduced scar tissue and relaxed muscles enable optimal blood flow. In turn this leads to improved nutrient and oxygen delivery and efficient toxin removal. Ultimately this enhances the appearance and function of the muscles.

This is why I believe massage is an excellent treatment for cellulite, as it reduces its appearance in a natural and beneficial way.

How Many Sessions Will I Need

woman bum after treatment for cellulite
| Reduce the visibility of cellulite with massage

Like all issues that can be helped by massage, how much treatment you require for cellulite depends on several factors. These include the condition of your muscles, your overall health and fitness, and how well your body responds to massage. In this case it also depends on how visible your cellulite currently is. One massage should be enough to make some difference. However, it might be a few days later that you really notice the benefits. After which, further massages will continue the improvements and maintain them.

Massage Treatment For Cellulite Summary

As I said earlier, like any other treatment for cellulite, massage can not physically get rid of it. But I have seen it become less visible even when treating cellulite was not the purpose of the treatment. And many clients have confirmed this. So if you would like to book or have any questions get in touch.

Book A Mobile Massage

If you would like to book a mobile massage in York please contact me on 07713 250352 or email david@massageinyork.co.uk. Includes sports massage, deep tissue massage and Swedish massage. For more information on booking click here

Cellulite – What Is It And How To Get Rid Of It

There are a lot of myths around cellulite. These include how it is caused, how it is prevented and how to get rid of it. But there are things you can do to minimise its appearance without resorting to risky surgery or expensive creams.

What Is Cellulite?

Woman With Cellulite - Massage In York
| Cellulite affects far more women than men but has little to do with being overweight

Cellulite is nothing more than fat beneath the skin which is pushing against connective tissue. It affects 90% of women compared to only 10% of men. This is due to the structure of collagen fibres in the lower body and its appearance has little to do with being overweight. Slim people can show it but being overweight does increase the amount you might have. And although perfectly harmless and natural it is not what most people want to see when they look in the mirror. This is why there is so much talk about how to prevent it.

Cellulite is divided into 4 different grades:
Grade 1 – No visible cellulite even when skin is pinched.
Grade 2 – No visible cellulite when lying down or standing.  When skin is pinched an orange peel texture can be seen.
Grade 3 – Cellulite is visible when standing, but may disappear when lying down.
Grade 4 – Visible cellulite when standing and lying down.

What Causes Cellulite

Although cellulite doesn’t mean there is anything wrong there are certain things that can increase its appearance. For instance, the more fat there is on a body, the more likely it is that cellulite will be visible. But there are specifics that are also believed to contribute:

Genetics
Certain genes may make some people more prone to having cellulite than others. These include gender, race, metabolism and poor circulation

Hormones
Hormones such as oestrogen, insulin, noradrenaline, prolactin and thyroid-related hormones are all though to play a role in the presence of cellulite.

Diet
A diet that is high in fat, carbohydrates or salt and low in fibre is likely to cause more cellulite. Likewise, processed foods and artificial sweeteners, additives, too much sugar and not drinking enough water.

Lifestyle
Smokers, people who do little or no exercise and those who sit or stand in one position for long periods are thought to be likely to have cellulite. It is also more likely to appear with the release of hormones that are related to stress and anxiety.

Treatment

Although there are numerous treatments that are meant to remove and prevent cellulite, a lot of them are expensive and don’t actually work. However, there are a few things that can and all of them will also improve your general health.

Exercise

Any activity that gets you moving will also get the blood moving around your body. But ideally it should be something that gets you out of breath. This will in turn reduce the effects of stress and anxiety which then lowers production of stress hormones linked to cellulite. It will also help to lower the amount of body fat present in general.

Diet

A healthier diet low in processed foods, fat and carbohydrates and high in fibre is another change that will help to reduce fat and improve health. As will drinking at least 2 litres of water a day.

Reduce Stress

Even more effective than treating the stress in your life is to avoid it in the first place. If the source is your job or your daily commute this might not be possible, so try learning some better ways of dealing with it.

Massage

Woman With No Cellulite - Massage In York
| A massage therapist can help with many of the causes of visible cellulite

A massage is beneficial as it helps with many of the causes already mentioned. It lowers stress and anxiety stored up in muscle tension which reduces stress hormones related to cellulite. It increases blood flow and helps with lymphatic system drainage, which in turn helps with water dispersion and removal of toxins. And it can help with fat breakup so areas are less concentrated and therefore less visible. Combined with the other suggested treatments there is plenty that can be done to help you remove excess cellulite(1).

Book A Mobile Massage

If you would like to book a mobile massage in York please contact me on 07713 250352 or email david@massageinyork.co.uk. Includes sports massage, deep tissue massage and Swedish massage. For more information on booking click here