THE PALP & ROLL DRAINING MASSAGE

The principle
Cellulite is linked to the "accumulation of fats and the conformation of fat cells in certain areas of the woman's body, such as the hips, thighs or buttocks. It is aggravated by some circulatory, venous and lymphatic problems. This massage can be performed" by hand or with the help of specific equipment.
Often the palp & roll massage is completed by lymphatic drainage or pressotherapy, which consists in creating a vacuum around the areas to be treated thanks to suction cups. In this case we are talking about endermology or palp & roll massage in suction. This massage is performed thanks to a special device.

Practically
- If the massage is done by hand, the masseur performs a series of "pinching" of the skin, in order to form folds, which soften the tissues and activate circulation.
- If it is carried out by machine, the device exerts more or less strong aspirations on the parts of the body to be treated. The aspiration causes a fold that causes a request for blood in the treated area. The fold is then "rolled" and made to slide over the area, in a "dough" gesture. This comes and goes causes a better oxygenation of the cells, the evacuation of toxins and the softening of the connective tissue.
The suction is weak at the beginning, to allow you to "try" the skin. During the following sessions the intensity is increased, in order to free the blood vessels of the parts to be treated: belly, thighs, legs and arms. Under the effect of the suction, the skin should become slightly pink, which indicates a more intense circulation.

To know
- This technique is indicated in the treatment of cellulite, especially in the lower part of the body. It does not treat excess weight but can complement a diet.
- This treatment can relieve swollen legs.
- A session lasts about half an hour and costs more or less 30 €
- Palp & roll massagers can be obtained from € 70.
- This type of massage is generally performed in various sessions, complemented by a diet specially designed to not compromise the benefits of the massage. After about 15 sessions, 2 or 3 a week, a loss of a few centimeters of fat mass can be measured and the "orange peel" skin relaxes: the tissue is less congested.
- In order for the effect to be lasting, some maintenance sessions, some physical exercise and a balanced diet will certainly be necessary.