title: A noninvasive mechanical treatment to reduce the visible appearance of cellulite.
abstract: Cellulite is a cosmetic condition of subcutaneous fat herniation through fibrous connective tissue that results in a dimpled appearance of the skin. Occurring in approximately 85% to 90% of all women worldwide, cellulite has been well studied. The result has been the development of a plethora of treatment protocols yielding little to no success. We describe a noninvasive mechanical treatment for women with cellulite, evaluating the safety and effectiveness of a technique that utilizes a unique patented device for the reduction of the visible appearance of cellulite.
authors.affiliation: Physical Therapy Specialists, PC, Troy, Michigan, USA.
authors.forename: Paul J
authors.initials: PJ
authors.lastname: Roubal
authors.affiliation: Somerset Plastic Surgery, Troy, Michigan, USA.
authors.forename: Michael J
authors.initials: MJ
authors.lastname: Busuito
authors.affiliation: Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan, USA.
authors.forename: D Carl
authors.initials: DC
authors.lastname: Freeman
authors.affiliation: Michigan Hand and Wrist, PC, Novi, USA.
authors.forename: Jeffrey D
authors.initials: JD
authors.lastname: Placzek
mesh_terms: D000273:Adipose Tissue / Q000378:metabolism*; D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D000071697:Cellulite / Q000628:therapy*; D003357:Cosmetic Techniques / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000295:instrumentation; D004867:Equipment Design; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged; D016896:Treatment Outcome; D055815:Young Adult