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    Clin Interv Aging. 2007;2(4):623-30.

    Can cellulite be treated with low-energy extracorporeal shock wave therapy?

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    Klinik Piano, Gottstattstrasse 24, Biel, Switzerland. angehrn@klinikpiano.ch

    Abstract

    The present study investigates the effects of low-energy defocused extracorporeal generated shock waves on collagen structure of cellulite afflicted skin. Cellulite measurement using high-resolution ultrasound technology was performed before and after low-energy defocused extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) in 21 female subjects. ESWT was applied onto the skin at the lateral thigh twice a week for a period of six weeks. Results provide evidence that low-energy defocused ESWT caused remodeling of the collagen within the dermis of the tested region. Improving device-parameters and therapy regimes will be essential for future development of a scientific based approach to cellulite treatment.

    PMID:
    18225463
    [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]
    PMCID:
    PMC2686339
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