Acoustic wave therapy for cellulite, body shaping and fat reduction.

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Acoustic wave therapy for cellulite, body shaping and fat reduction.

J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2016 Dec 20;:1-33

Authors: Hexsel D, Camozzato FO, Silva AF, Siega C

Abstract
BACKGROUND: Cellulite is a common aesthetic condition that affects almost every woman.
OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the efficacy of acoustic wave therapy (AWT) for cellulite and body shaping.
METHODS: In this open-label, single-center trial, 30 women presenting moderate or severe cellulite underwent 12 sessions of AWT on the gluteus and back of the thighs, over 6 weeks. The following assessments were performed at baseline, and up to 12 weeks after treatment: Cellulite Severity Scale (CSS), body circumference measurements, subcutaneous fat thickness by magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), quality of life related by Celluqol(®), and a satisfaction questionnaire.
RESULTS: The treatment presented positive effect in the cellulite severity. A considerable percentage of subjects shifted the cellulite severity to moderate or mild. The average CSS grading significantly reduced from 11.1 to 9.5 from baseline to follow up visits (p<0.001). The significant reduction in body circumference was corroborated by the significant reduction in the subcutaneous fat thickness assessed by MRI. The treatment resulted also in a remarkable improvement in quality of life and high satisfaction. No serious adverse events were reported.
CONCLUSIONS: AWT is a safe treatment to improve cellulite appearance and reduce body circumferences.

PMID: 27997260 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]

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