Beautiful legs – This is a trend that never goes out of fashion. They require harmony and smartness of form. But even the longest and most slender legs will look less attractive if there is an excess skin-fat roller in the area above the knees. Fat deposits around and above the knee serve as a protective function of the knee joint, but are not aesthetically pleasing. What are the modern methods of dealing with fat above the knees? Tatyana Bubalo shared the secrets of correcting this deficiency with readers of estet-portal.com – dermatovenereologist, cosmetologist, member of the Association of Anti-Aging Medicine, leading specialist of the ESTEVA Beauty and Health Clinic.
Features of the formation of excess fat deposits above the knees
If we talk about age-related changes, then absolutely all structures and all parts of the body undergo aging. One of the manifestations of – the appearance of fatty deposits in those areas where it is especially difficult to fight them. Even the most exhausting workouts do not contribute to the reduction of body fat in them. Such a zone is the area above the knees.
Let's consider the anatomy of this zone. The knee joint consists of the femur and tibia, they are interconnected by ligaments and muscles, in the upper part of the knee is the patella.
When the knee joint is extended, the subcutaneous fat and skin move to the area above the patella, and a skin-fat roller is formed. It is relatively small in volume, but this causes aesthetic discomfort to patients, as it spoils the appearance of the legs. It is this roll of fat above the knees, or rather its correction, that often becomes the first wish of patients.
Causes of fat deposition above the knees, which must be considered in the correction
Local excess fat deposits, the so-called "fat traps", arise due to an imbalance in the processes of lipogenesis (the formation of adipose tissue) and lipolysis (the breakdown of fats) in the body.
Lipogenesis is closely related to hormonal processes. It is regulated by hormones such as insulin, vasopressin, prostaglandins. The regulation of lipolysis occurs with the participation of ACTH, STH, catecholamines, sex hormones, lipotropins.
When the balance of lipogenesis and lipolysis processes is disturbed with a predominance of lipogenesis, an excess amount of fat accumulates in fat cells (adipocytes), leading to their hypertrophy, including in the area above the knees.
Adipocyte hypertrophy is accompanied by tissue changes: compression of lymphatic and blood vessels, fluid retention in tissues and degeneration of collagen fibers.
One of the reasons for the imbalance between lipogenesis and lipolysis – this is hypothermia. A sedentary lifestyle combined with improper eating behavior accelerates lipogenesis and significantly enhances adipocyte hypertrophy.
Local deposition of subcutaneous fat in certain places can be provoked by hormonal changes that occur in the body during puberty, pregnancy, menopause, as well as the use of hormonal drugs (corticosteroids, insulin, oral contraceptives).
Different ways to correct excess fat deposits above the knees
Unaesthetic fat deposits lend themselves well to hardware correction – for example, with the help of ultrasonic SMAS-lifting. The results are visible already after the first procedure, but the final effect is evaluated after 5-6 months. Skin tightening can last from 2 to 5 years.
Another way – injection lipolysis. It is a non-surgical alternative to liposuction and is considered the most effective in localized fat areas such as fat above the knees. The procedure is carried out using direct lipolytics – sodium deoxycholate and phosphatidylcholine, which destroy fat cells. Course of procedures – 1 time in 3 weeks 3-6 sessions.
An effective fight against fat above the knees is provided by redermalization with the help of Perfoskin Complex – a unique procedure for rejuvenation and natural skin renewal, combining the benefits of classic microneedling and the restorative effect of redermalization.
The combination of the unique HYALUAL roller and the composition of active ingredients provides improved collagen synthesis, increased skin elasticity in the area above the knees. Redermalization with Perfoskin Complex is recommended to be carried out in a course of 2-3 sessions at intervals of 10-14 days.
To enhance the effect of redermalization, you should pay attention to high-quality home skin care:
• use moisturizing lotions after shower;
• do sugar or acid peel once every 10 days.
For prolonged exposure to the sun, do not forget to protect the skin from UV radiation with Hyalual Safe Sun SPF 30.
There are also special exercises for training the muscles of the lower leg and thigh around the knee. This is a kind of point impact on the problem. Leg curl and extension exercises, especially squats, are most effective.
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