Vacuum massage is considered one of the most effective skin care treatments. The effect of negative pressure on the deep layers of the skin has a pronounced healing effect on the entire body. This cosmetic and therapeutic procedure is quite popular, it can be done with the use of vacuum jars for massage at home.
The principle of operation and indications for use
The effect of this massage is based on the vacuum and thermochemical effects on the human body. When used in cans, the air is diluted, exerting a profound effect on the tissues, triggers many biological processes. Thereby:
- blood supply to the treated area increases;
- Lymph outflow accelerates;
- connective tissue strengthens;
- muscle fibers are restored;
- improves metabolism;
- stimulates the regenerative processes in the skin;
- increases absorption of therapeutic components that are used for massage.
The use of cans requires the development of technology, a certain skill - with experience, the effectiveness of massage will be the same as when carried out in specialized salons.
The main indications are as follows:
- excess weight;
- cellulite;
- scarring;
- decrepit skin;
- metabolic disease;
- back pain and back pain.
Useful properties of massage
The use of this type of massage for medicinal purposes began in China. With regular conduct it is possible to achieve the following results:
- Strengthening the muscular system.
- Normalization of lymph flow.
- Activation of blood circulation in organs and tissues.
- Anesthesia with discomfort caused by skeletal-articular pathologies, such as neuralgia, radiculitis.
- Restoration of sensitivity as a result of its loss during compression of nerves.
- Restoration of cell regenerative functions.
In addition, the vacuum massage also has a healing effect: the skin becomes healthier, looks younger, becomes more elastic, smooth, and the massage has a tonic effect on the body, improves the protective properties.
What kinds of cans are there?
There is a huge variety of cans on the market, they are divided into the following types:
- Standard. The action is based on squeezing the body with your hand.
- With vacuum pump. They require experience and skill - in violation of the technology of the massage can leave a burn on the skin.
- With a nozzle of rubber - with its pressure creates the desired effect.
But also the products are divided by production material - we consider them in more detail.
Glass
For the manufacture of such cans used dense and high-quality glass, which can withstand severe loads. Modern products are very different from the old cans that were used in the USSR, due to the presence of a rubber sucker - when pressed, a vacuum is created.
With their help, you can massage the abdomen, legs, back, buttocks, hands, but in the face they can not be used.
The main disadvantage is that the procedure is too painful and the material is brittle, the slightest crack makes it impossible to use cans.
But the advantages include ease of washing, ease of use, and the material does not absorb odors.
Rubber cans
They are made from the highest quality medical rubber. The set consists of 4 cans of different diameters, which allows the use of products for different parts of the body. So, large banks can be used for massage of the back, abdomen, buttocks, small - for the face. Before use, they should be immersed in hot water for 10 minutes to warm up, then apply to the skin.
The advantages of their use include the safety and painlessness of the procedure, among the drawbacks can be noted a short service life, the absorption of creams and other massage tools in rubber.
Silicone
They are considered the most popular because they are very convenient, easy to wash, easy to use, safe, and, unlike rubber products, they do not require pre-heating. Can be used to massage the face, legs, abdomen, hips and buttocks.
There are also disadvantages: silicone does not keep its shape, as a result of which massage requires knowledge and skill.
What to consider when purchasing?
You can buy massage cans either in a pharmacy or in specialized stores with medical equipment. When purchasing, take into account the area where the massage will be held:
- any products will work for the back, as long as the diameter is about 8 cm;
- for thigh massage, it is desirable to purchase medium-sized silicone jars;
- Face and neck massage is required with the help of cans of minimum diameter.
- therefore, it is best to purchase a set of massage cans of various sizes, which will allow carrying out procedures in any area of the body.
Application tips
Preparation is of paramount importance, it will allow the body to be “tuned” to the procedure, it will reduce pain. It is recommended to take a bath before use, to scrub the body. After the bath procedures, it is better to hold a warming massage with hands up to 10 minutes long.
Use the techniques of classical massage, which include stroking, rubbing, kneading the selected area, then apply massage cream or oil to the skin. To improve the efficiency of the procedure, it is best to use anti-cellulite products, and if you are allergic to the components, it is advisable to use a baby cream.
Grease should be more than with other types of massage, because the cream is needed to reduce pain, facilitate the movement of cans. After preparation, you can start a massage.
There are two main methods:
- Static. In this case, banks put on the selected area without their subsequent movement. The distance between containers should be 4-5 cm. The duration of the procedure should not exceed 25 minutes. You can apply up to 16 cans, depending on their diameter.
- Kinetic, implying the movement of cans on the area of the massaged area. No more than two containers are used, which must be in constant motion. The truth is there is one nuance - it is impossible to carry out this massage in the area under the knees, in the armpits, in the groin.
If you feel sore during the massage, you need to reduce the vacuum in the tank or reduce the speed of movement of the can, add a little cream. After removing the products, the skin is again applied to the skin and a small massage is performed.
The duration of the first session should not exceed 10 minutes, after which the time can be slightly increased to 20 minutes. The break between the procedures should be two days, the duration of the course - no more than 15 sessions, after which you need to take a break for two weeks.
What are the disadvantages?
Despite the effectiveness of the massage, the procedure has a number of drawbacks, which also need to be considered:
- soreness, and in some cases it is so pronounced that it makes you refuse from this massage;
- possible appearance of defects after the procedure, such as bruises, bruises, which can last on the skin for up to two weeks and create aesthetic discomfort;
- in the presence of so-called spider veins, the massage can cause their increase or even the development of varicose veins in the presence of a tendency to the disease.
But it should also be remembered that, unlike traditional types of massage, vacuum requires a certain skill. It is recommended for the first few sessions to go to a specialist, to see how he conducts massage.
In which cases massage is prohibited?
Since vacuum massage has an intensive effect on tissues, it is worthwhile to clarify separately the available contraindications, which include:
- phlebeurysm;
- thrombosis and thrombophlebitis;
- skin diseases such as dermatitis or eczema;
- rosacea, including the initial stage;
- mechanical damage to the skin, which include cuts, small abrasions;
- infectious diseases, especially in the acute form;
- problems with blood clotting.
- heart failure;
- the presence of pustular formations;
- low hemoglobin level in the blood;
- oncological diseases;
- the presence of moles on the skin in the place of the intended massage;
- diabetes, regardless of its form;
- pregnancy.
When conducting a vacuum massage, it is not possible to place the banks in the region of the heart and kidneys for a long time, nor should the procedure be performed on the spine, except for the sacral area and the seventh cervical vertebra. Also try to avoid the use of lubricants that may cause irritation to the skin.
