Vacuum massage
Vacuum massage has both cosmetic and therapeutic effects. In cosmetology, vacuum massage is actively used to treat local cellulite in the buttocks, on the back of the thighs and the breeches zone, as well as to eliminate the orange peel effect. But vacuum massage can be applied to the whole body.
Cellulite treatment schemes have been developed, where vacuum massage is combined with vibration massage and electrolipolysis. The latter destroy fat cells, and vacuum massage, increasing the lymph flow, cleanses the body of their decay products. In addition, vacuum massage tones the muscles, carrying out a slight lifting, restores skin elasticity, promotes the resorption of scar tissue and stretch marks. Therefore, vacuum massage is used to improve and strengthen body contours, that is, shape modeling, to smooth wrinkles, improve complexion and correct local imperfections of the face oval, double chin.
Vacuum massage treats using cans, inside which a vacuum is created, usually by burning oxygen. The created vacuum during vacuum massage increases the supply of oxygen to tissues, the intensity of metabolism, and improves blood circulation. These effects contribute to the renewal and strengthening of the skin, and the stimulation of lymphatic drainage, which even leads to the elimination of the "orange peel" effect. Classic vacuum massage most often uses glass jars with thickened edges with a capacity of 50-100 ml. Vacuum massage is carried out through a contact medium - vaseline or vegetable oil with the addition of aromatic oils, lipoactive gels with medicinal properties. Jars are applied to the oiled skin, which should firmly adhere to the skin. The vacuum in the jar is created by introducing a burning cotton swab dipped in alcohol. After that, the burning tampon is quickly removed and the jar is placed on the skin. Then the massage therapist moves the cups, which causes a local rush of blood to the skin, boosting metabolism and destroying fat cells. The usual duration of a vacuum massage is 15-20 minutes. Also, vacuum massage is carried out using special devices that allow you to quickly and painlessly destroy large fat formations under the skin and establish lymph drainage, due to which accumulated toxins are removed and puffiness is eliminated.
Modern devices regulate the pressure of vacuum massage, and the level of intensity of the effect is selected in accordance with the sensitivity of the skin. The problem area is treated with a volumetric nozzle that creates a vacuum. Vacuum massage with hardware attachments is performed due to the gentle suction of the skin and rolling it in any direction. At the same time, the masseur makes circular movements, gently pressing on the skin. The procedure takes about 30 minutes. The result becomes noticeable after 5-8 sessions. Vacuum massage has a wonderful healing effect on muscle back pain. In this case, the emphasis is on especially painful places before the pain signal is removed (especially in the "pain nodes" on the shoulder blades and lower back). Vacuum cupping massage performed on muscles and tendons causes significant relaxation. The criterion for the time of exposure to vacuum massage is the appearance of persistent redness of the skin.
The movements of the cans are made in a centrifugal circular direction, but always end in the direction of venous outflow - up along the spine and to the sides or down to the lower back and groin. Typical areas of exposure to therapeutic vacuum massage: collar and neck, back, lumbar region, thigh, buttocks, shoulder, lower leg. Banks are also placed on the stomach - when the internal organs are lowered in the abdomen and small pelvis.
In addition to relieving pain, vacuum massage is used to treat hypertension, angina pectoris, headaches, gynecological diseases, vascular dystonia and insomnia. Based on the principles of reflexology, according to which the body surface is divided into zones closely related to the function of internal organs, the vacuum created during massage affects not only skin receptors, but also active points. This leads not only to local, but also to a general healing effect on the body, relieving nervous fatigue and stress.
Most often, vacuum cupping massage is included in complex treatment along with other therapeutic and prophylactic measures, such as acupuncture, manual therapy, exercise therapy, drug treatment. Vacuum massage is rightfully recognized as a universal medical and cosmetic procedure, which is reflected in a wide range of its applications. Rare moments when you are advised to refrain from vacuum massage sessions are acute inflammatory diseases of internal organs, skin defect in the area of exposure, gall and urolithiasis, and recurrent thrombophlebitis. The appearance of multiple bruises on the skin is not a complication, but a normal skin reaction to vacuum massage, they will go away on their own, in a fairly short time.