The invention relates to a method of operating a percussive massage device for
smoothing the skin and fat irregularities associated with any liposuction procedure
including suction assisted lipectomy, ultrasonic assisted lipectomy, and direct
lipectomy; improving the contour irregularities assisted with any liposuction procedure;
preconditioning the skin and fat prior to any liposuction procedure to minimize
blood vessel damage; removing scar tissue from patients who have recently undergone
any liposuction procedure, and treating skin irregularities due to "cellulite".