Body contouring massage

Professor Ash Mosahebi

Body sculpting massage is a specialised technique that reshapes and sculpts the body’s appearance using deep tissue manipulation, lymphatic drainage, and myofascial cupping.

It works as a complementary therapy, enhancing the impact of your sculpting treatment by improving circulation and reducing swelling. Body contouring massage supports healing and helps maintain your desired body shape over time.

What is body sculpting massage?

Body sculpting massage is performed to enhance the results of a body sculpting procedure. Unlike traditional massage, it focuses on specific areas to improve skin tightness, reduce fluid retention, and support tissue healing. By applying targeted pressure and movements, it helps to reshape treated areas, improve circulation, and promote smoother skin.

Health benefits

Body sculpting massage offers several health benefits.

  • Improved circulation
    The massage enhances both blood flow and lymphatic drainage, facilitating recovery, reducing water retention, and promoting the body’s natural detoxification process. This helps to reduce swelling post-procedure.
  • Reduction in cellulite and fat
    Specific massage techniques can assist in breaking down fat, potentially decreasing cellulite and firming the skin for a more defined and toned appearance.
  • Relief for muscle tension:
    Body contouring massage helps relax tight muscles, alleviating discomfort and tension that may occur after aesthetic treatments. It restores balance and provides a sense of deep relaxation.
  • Boost in mental well-being
    These massages can also provide stress relief and relaxation, which contribute to mental health and recovery.

At Adoreal, we recommend following your clinician’s advice on when to start, typically a few weeks after your body sculpting treatment, to ensure optimal recovery and long-lasting benefits.

Commonly targeted sculpting movements

A variety of movements are employed in body sculpting massage, each with specific benefits:

  • Kneading
    Involves using firm, rhythmic motions to work deeper into the muscles and tissues. By stretching and compressing the skin, it helps improve elasticity, stimulate blood flow, and soften dense areas of tissue. The increased circulation helps breaking down fatty deposits for a smoother appearance.
  • Moulding
    Shapes the skin and tissue to the new contours of the body. Using the hands and fingers, the therapist gently shapes and moulds the muscles and skin. This encourages the muscles to relax and helps the skin and underlying tissue adjust to the body's natural or newly sculpted contours, enhancing its definition.
  • Friction
    Circular or cross-fibre movements are performed over specific muscle fibres to generate heat and stimulate circulation. When used with specialised tools like IASTM instruments, this technique can help break down scar tissue, improve flexibility, and promote fat reduction by targeting stubborn areas.
  • Rocking
    Gentle, rhythmic rocking movements are used to create a sense of relaxation and release. This technique is particularly effective in soothing the nervous system, helping the body recover from tension, and providing a calming, almost meditative experience.

Recovery enhancement with body contouring massage

Following a sculpting procedure, body contouring massage can be integral to the recovery process by:

  • Reducing swelling
  • Enhancing skin elasticity
  • Supporting tissue healing
  • Relieving discomfort

Choose the right clinic with Adoreal

At Adoreal, we collaborate with clinics known for their exceptional surgical outcomes and post-operative care. Our recommended body contouring massages are provided by qualified therapists who specialise in assisting with recovery to maximise your results. Advance your body sculpting journey with Adoreal's guided experience and discover how massage can enhance and extend the results of your procedure.

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