You run. You do squats. You drink water. You bought that dry brush you saw on Instagram. And the cellulite on your thighs looks exactly the same as it did six months ago.
Roughly 90% of women develop cellulite at some point. It affects every body type, every fitness level and every age group. The frustrating part is that most of the popular “treatment” options don’t work, because they don’t actually reach the layers of tissue where cellulite forms. They’re destined to fail before you’ve even tried them.
At The Wellness Clinic at New Boston Village in Fall River, MA, we treat cellulite with Emtone, a treatment that is designed to reach cellulite where it starts.
Cellulite is a texture issue created by the way fat, connective tissue and skin interact.
Your skin is anchored to deeper tissue by fibrous bands. Over time, those bands can tighten or harden, making fat cells push upward against your skin. This is what gives you that dimpled, “orange peel” appearance.
Cellulite is not caused by weight. People of all body types can develop it. Multiple factors contribute to it:
Most over-the-counter cellulite products contain caffeine or retinol. These ingredients can temporarily tighten the skin’s surface and make dimples slightly less visible for a few hours. But there’s no way for them to address the root causes of cellulite.
Dry brushing and manual massage have similar issues. They increase surface blood flow and can feel great, but the smoothing effect fades because the underlying structural issue hasn’t changed. Before long, your skin goes right back to where it started.
Exercise is fantastic for your health. Lower body exercises like squats and lunges build muscle, and that muscle can slightly improve the appearance of cellulite by creating a firmer foundation underneath. But no exercise can release tightened connective tissue bands or reverse collagen loss.
Can you see the common thread?
These methods address one factor at most, but cellulite is driven by multiple. Benefits are limited when you only treat one factor. To actually see improvement, you need a treatment that tackles several of these simultaneously.
At The Wellness Clinic at New Boston Village, we focus on evidence-based, noninvasive treatments. We use EMTONE®, a device that delivers two forms of energy at the same time to address different pieces of the cellulite puzzle.
The first component is radiofrequency energy, which gently heats the deeper layers of skin. This does two important things. First, it stimulates collagen and elastin production so your skin gradually becomes firmer, thicker and more resilient. Second, the thermal effect helps break down enlarged fat cells, which your body then metabolizes naturally.
The second component is targeted pressure energy. These pressure waves help loosen the rigid fibrous bands that pull the skin downward into dimples. It also improves local blood flow and lymphatic drainage to help your body flush fluid buildup and deliver nutrients to the treated area more efficiently.
Both energies are delivered simultaneously through the same handpiece, meaning EMTONE addresses connective tissue, skin quality, circulation and fat cells in a single session. Sessions run about 20 minutes, and you can go right back to your day afterward.
Your first visit starts with a consultation. Our team assesses your cellulite, discusses which areas bother you most and reviews your medical history to confirm that EMTONE is a safe and appropriate fit. Dr. McDonald oversees treatment planning for all of our services, so your care is grounded in deep clinical experience.
Most patients do well with a series of four to six EMTONE sessions, typically scheduled once or twice per week. Results develop gradually as your body builds new collagen and the treated tissue remodels. Many patients notice texture changes within a few weeks of starting, with continued improvement over the two to three months following their final session.
EMTONE results can last a year or longer, but your skin is still a living organ that continues to age. A few good habits can help extend what the treatment achieves.
Stay hydrated. Well-hydrated skin maintains better elasticity and texture.
Move your body regularly. Exercise supports the circulation improvements EMTONE initiates and helps you maintain muscle tone underneath your skin.
Protect your skin from UV damage, which accelerates collagen breakdown.
If you notice a dimpled texture returning, occasional maintenance sessions can keep you ahead of it.
EMTONE is well-suited for individuals with mild to moderate cellulite who want a noninvasive approach to improving skin texture and firmness. It is often chosen by patients who notice dimpling on their thighs, buttocks or hips and want visible improvement without surgery or downtime. EMTONE is appropriate for a wide range of body types.
You do not need to reach a specific weight before starting treatment. EMTONE is not a weight loss procedure and it is not for fat reduction. It is a practical option for people who are otherwise healthy but frustrated by cellulite that does not respond to lifestyle changes.
If you’re unsure whether your cellulite falls into the mild-to-moderate range or whether EMTONE is the right fit, a consultation is the simplest way to find out.
Cellulite is stubborn, but it’s not untreatable. The key is working with a team that understands the actual anatomy of the problem and uses technology designed to address it.
If you’re ready to stop guessing and start with a real plan, contact The Wellness Clinic at New Boston Village or call (508) 964-8001 to book a consultation and discuss EMTONE. We serve patients throughout the SouthCoast region, including Fall River, New Bedford, Somerset, Swansea and Tiverton.
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