History of Acoustic Wave Therapy

A relatively new approach to body contouring, Acoustic Wave Therapy is a weapon in the arsenal against cellulite. Introduced in 2006, Acoustic Wave Therapy (AWT) has become an increasingly popular option for patients fighting the dimply, cottage cheese appearance of cellulite in legs, thighs or other areas of the body.

Development of Acoustic Wave Therapy

For years, high energy sound waves have been used in clinical applications. These applications include: *Kidney stone treatment *Gall stone treatment *Pain relief, especially for pain associated with poor circulation and stiffness in the joints In the process of using acoustic waves for various treatments, especially for pain relief, doctors and patients noticed improvement in skin texture and tone. This led to the development of AWT for use in treating cellulite. The general process was adapted to work only on the skin and the lower dermis, rather than penetrating into deeper layers as previous applications required to be effective. In its current form, AWT reduces the pebbly look of cellulite and restores a smooth, youthful look to the skin. AWT is non-invasive, and so is safe for most patients. However, those who have experienced deep vein thrombosis or any sort of blood clotting disorders might not be good candidates for the procedure. As with any cosmetic procedure, consultation with an experienced medical professional will help determine if the approach is right for a particular individual.