Electrolipolysis, or electrolipphoresis, is a cosmetic treatment that fights localized fats and cellulite, however, this procedure is not recommended for people with skin sores, local infections, diabetes and fibroids, for example.
Electrolipolysis treatment promotes the degradation of fat cells and facilitates their release, scientific studies have shown that the use of electrolipolysis is effective in combating localized fats and cellulite, however, better results are observed if the person also exercises and has a low-calorie diet.
- Electrolipolysis aims to remove accumulated fat by stimulating the lipolysis process.
- That is.
- Breaking down fat.
- Applying a low-frequency electrical current to the site.
- Resulting in a loss of accumulated fat and increased blood circulation.
- Also improving the appearance of the skin and reducing swelling.
A device connected to acupuncture needles, which are placed in the area to be treated, such as the abdominal area, flanks, buttocks or thighs, is used for the passage of the electric current, for example.
The hands are placed in pairs, with a distance of less than 5 cm, and connected to the device, the physical therapist must turn on the device, adjust the necessary parameters for the procedure and the individual will feel the electric current in the area (a kind of tingling) until he almost feels pain.
The needle technique is more effective because it acts directly on fat cells, however, electrolipolysis can also be performed by silicone electrodes that are placed in the place to be treated and transmit the electrical current to the fat cell.
Typically 10 sessions are shown for you to see results, however the number of sessions may vary depending on the method used and the amount of fat you want to remove.
The results of electrolipolysis are usually observed from the 10th session, but can be seen in advance if the person chooses to perform other cosmetic treatments such as lymphatic drainage, which facilitates the elimination of fluids and toxins.
It is recommended to perform at least 10 electrolipolysis sessions, at least once a week, in the case of needle treatment, and up to 2 times in the case of silicone electrode, in addition to practicing physical activities and having an adequate and balanced diet, thus decreasing fat accumulation and the appearance of cellulite.Find out what to eat to remove fat.
The technique can be performed in aesthetic clinics or physiotherapy clinics, by properly trained physical therapists, sessions should be performed about twice a week, day by way, and better results are observed if, after electrolipolysis, the person has a manual or mechanical lymphatic drainage.Session.
An electrolipolysis session has an average duration of 40 minutes and there is usually no pain, however the person may feel a slight tingling, but this does not cause pain.
During the session, it is normal to appear that the intensity of the device has decreased and, at this stage, the physical therapist should increase the rating of the device, since the individual is already able to withstand a higher intensity.
Although it is an effective cosmetic treatment method, it has several contraindications, not being indicated for people who have allergies in the area to be treated, are pregnant, have hypothyroidism, Cushing syndrome, calcium deficiency or osteoporosis, for example.
In addition, people who have pacemakers, epilepsy, kidney failure, fibroids, cancer, hypertension, hypoglycemia, diabetes or who use medicines containing corticosteroids, progesterone or beta blockers should not undergo this cosmetic treatment to remove localized fats.Discover other treatment options for localized.fat.
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