ReviewInternational journal of women's dermatology2019
Treatment for cellulite.
Review in International journal of women's dermatology, 2019. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 34 papers, 2 of them syntheses that pooled it.
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34 citing papers in PubMed, 2 syntheses or guidelines pooled it, 73 citations in OpenAlex.
- Comparative Analysis of Cellulite Treatment Modalities: A Systematic Review.Aesthetic plastic surgery · 2025Pooled it
- Does electrophysical agents work for cellulite treatment? a systematic review of clinical trials.Lasers in medical science · 2024Pooled it
- The Efficacy and Safety of Synchronous Parallel Ultrasound for the Clinical Improvement of Cellulite Using High-Density Handpiece.Journal of cosmetic dermatology · 2025Trial
- Participant Reported Improvement in Cellulite by Vari-Pad Apparel and Objective Measurements - A "First Use" Pilot Study.Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology · 2023Trial
- Inter- and Intra-Rater Reliability of a Standardized Infrared Thermographic Cellulite Severity Classification System: A Multi-Rater Study.Journal of clinical medicine · 2026Article
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- Clinical Effectiveness of a Novel Caffeine Nano-Cream for Cellulite Reduction: A Randomised Double-Blind Trial.Pharmaceutics · 2026Article
- The Role of Ultrasound in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Cellulite: A Systematic Review.Journal of clinical medicine · 2026Review
- Validation of Infrared Thermal Imaging for Grading of Cellulite Severity: Correlation with Clinical and Anthropometric Assessments.Journal of clinical medicine · 2026Article
- Nonfacial Use of Injectable Poly-L-lactic Acid: Safety Data From a Multicenter Observational Study in the United States.Aesthetic surgery journal. Open forum · 2026Article
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- Using High Frequency Ultrasound to Assess the Efficacy of Anti-Cellulite Treatments.Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology · 2025Article
- Microwave-Energy-Based Device for the Treatment of Cellulite and Localized Adiposity: Recommendations of the "Onda Coolwaves" International Advisory Board.Bioengineering (Basel, Switzerland) · 2024Review
- High-Frequency Ultrasound in the Assessment of Cellulite-Correlation between Ultrasound-Derived Measurements, Clinical Assessment, and Nürnberger-Müller Scale Scores.Diagnostics (Basel, Switzerland) · 2024Article
- Comparing Collagenase and Tissue Subcision for Cellulite Treatment of the Buttock and Thigh Regions: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open · 2024Article
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- A Clinical Guide to the Treatment of Cellulite and Comprehensive Review of the Etiology, Pathophysiology, and Utility of Intervention.Aesthetic plastic surgery · 2024Review
- Square technique-A treatment for cellulite with large size particle hyaluronic acid.Skin health and disease · 2024Article
- Combined approach of nanoemulgel and microneedle pre-treatment as a topical anticellulite therapy.ADMET & DMPK · 2024Article
- Multicenter Pivotal Study Demonstrates Safety and Efficacy of a New Cellulite Procedure: 3-Month Results.Aesthetic surgery journal · 2023Article
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Abstract
Cellulite is a multifactorial condition that is present in 80% to 90% of postpubertal women and is one of the most intolerable esthetic imperfections. There are several theories on the pathophysiology of cellulite, and a number of different therapeutic regimens have been developed, from topical treatments to mechanical or energy-based devices. In this brief review, we summarize the scientific landscape to determine the clinical evidence with regard to the safety and efficacy of cellulite treatment options. Clinical protocols and the author's experience using a combination of internal and external procedures are also discussed. Studies using laser and light modalities along with radiofrequency have shown improvements in cellulite and a good safety profile, but acoustic wave therapy, subcision, and the 1440-nm Nd:YAG minimally invasive laser have demonstrated the most beneficial results in cellulite reduction. Although there is paucity of scientific evidence for treatments that improve cellulite, future emerging options and their combination may pave the way to eradicate this primarily cosmetic esthetic concern.
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