If you’re familiar with Fascia Blasting you know that it goes hand in hand with cellulite. Mainly it’s risen to the scene as a popular option for non-surgical treatment in reducing the appearance of cellulite.

Medically termed gynoid lipodystrophy, cellulite happens when parts of the skin are pulled down by fibrous connective bands, which attach the skin to muscle. The skin becomes dimpled as fat cells collect between the bands. You can read a detailed explanation of this effect here. It is a normal, highly prevalent physical attribute, which occurs in an estimated 80-98% of women, and a much smaller percentage of men. More than 85% of women older than 21 years of age have cellulite.

With so many cure-alls marketed to women it’s important to know that much of how cellulite forms is counterintuitive. When it comes to science we’re shown it’s only loosely related to weight, and as for why some women have cellulite on their arms and stomach while others only get it on their butt and thighs? Genetics may play a prominent role. Since we have little control of our genetic makeup we encourage clients to first focus on developing a well rounded self-care practice to support the health of their body long term.

We decided to offer Fascia Blasting, aka cellulite removal, as a treatment at Halcyon Bodyworks, not only for the cosmetic benefits of the practice, but also the value in supporting a healthy fascia connective tissue as we would any other muscle or tissue.

With this in mind, our goal is to give you a balanced perspective of this bodywork tool, with a focus on holistic wellness and actual functionality.

What is Fascia?

Fascia is a continuous layer of connective tissue that covers all your muscles, bones, organs, and nerves. It’s mostly made of collagen, and it helps to give form to your body.

The continuous nature of fascia helps your body parts move. Fascia attaches, encloses, and separates muscles and other internal organs, allowing these structures to slide and move through the body.

Healthy fascia is pliable, but with age, injury, or lifestyle choices the tissue can get stiff and form adhesions that doctors have long suspected can contribute to muscle pain, nerve issues, poor mobility and pain. Over time a tight fascia begins to trap fat, adding inches, and preventing definition and causing not only cellulite, but sagging skin. This most often appears on the thighs, hips and buttocks.

What Does It Feel Like?

Think of it as a super-charged deep tissue massage. Fascia blasting is hands-on manipulation that works to loosen tissue, increasing blood flow and releasing fat cells so they can be eliminated naturally.

Our treatment alternates fascial tissue work using a combination of body oil, FacialBlaster Collection tools, hot towels and therapeutic massage.

Please note that like a deep tissue massage this treatment can be painful at times when first starting out. Some clients see bruising. Treatment tends to be less painful as the fascia health improves. It’s recommended to lightly massage your skin and drink plenty of fluids after the procedure. You can also take a cold shower to reduce any swelling.

Benefits of Fascia Blasting

Professional treatment is administered by an experienced licensed massage therapist with the following benefits:

• Break up fascial adhesions/scar tissue
• Release fascial tightness
• Improve structural/myofascial issues
• Increase circulation
• Increase access to muscle power and improve muscle definition
• Reduce pain and inflammation
• Improve cellulite appearance and fat pockets

How often do you need Fascia Blasting?

As with all of our bodywork, it depends on your level of comfort. For optimal results we suggest regular treatment. Working with a massage therapist at Halcyon Bodyworks will ensure hard-to-reach problem areas are addressed with consistent pressure and correct stroke movements. Our experience allows us to effectively resolve knotted tissue, achieving real progress in smoothing out your soft tissue; all of which are required for the treatment to be effective.

Fascia Blasting and Cellulite Removal in Bend Oregon

Want to try fascia blasting? Schedule an appointment today.

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Want to learn more?

Read Ashley Black’s bestselling book, “The Cellulite Myth, It’s Not Fat It’s Fascia.”

Forget everything you’ve ever been told about cellulite—it’s a myth!  Ashley Black, fascia pioneer, and body guru to the stars unveils never before known secrets to obliterating cellulite and changing your personal health paradigm.  For years we’ve been conditioned to believe that cellulite is a fat problem, yet skinny girls have it, active girls have it, sedentary girls have it, curvy girls have it, older women have it and, guess what, so do younger women. In fact, 90% of women struggle with it . . . you are not alone! 

The appearance of fat is affected by the sticky webbing of tissue it’s housed in called fascia—which can be manipulated. Get ready for the most radical shift in Health and Beauty of the century! Obliterate cellulite, transform your body, and revolutionize your life!”

The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. All content is for general information purposes only.

It is important to check with your physician before starting a FasciaBlasting regimen. Please let us know if you have any existing health conditions, including an active cold, flu, anyone who is pregnant, breastfeeding, certain autoimmune diseases, cancer, or diabetes. FasciaBlasting should not be administered to individuals on blood thinners or with existing heart conditions.