In-clinic, not a home kit
The technique is applied by medical spa therapists, under medical supervision.
Wood therapy in Bogotá: Colombian body sculpting massage, physician-supervised
Wood therapy, or maderoterapia, is a Colombian massage technique that uses wooden tools to work on body contour, circulation and skin texture. At ALMO Clinic it is an in-clinic medical spa service with realistic expectations: it does not replace liposuction.
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- Wood therapy from $25 USD per session
- In-clinic service with medical spa therapists, physician-supervised · care in English
- Abdomen, legs and glutes · supports body contour, it does not replace surgery
In summary
Wood therapy (maderoterapia) is a Colombian body massage technique that uses wooden tools to support body contour, circulation and skin texture, for example with cellulite. It does not remove fat the way surgery does and cannot guarantee a smaller size. At ALMO Clinic in Bogotá it is done at the medical spa under medical supervision, from $25 USD per session.
Reviewed by Dr. Oscar Barón · Plastic surgeon · SCCP
Wood therapy from
$25 USD
- Areas Abdomen, legs, glutes
- Usual frequency Weekly
Realistic expectations
It supports contour and skin texture; it does not replace liposuction or guarantee a smaller size.
Fits into your trip
Coming to Bogotá for another treatment? We schedule sessions around your stay, with care in English.
What is wood therapy (maderoterapia)?
Wood therapy, known in Colombia as maderoterapia, is a massage technique that uses wooden tools of different shapes, such as rollers, boards and cups, to work on the skin and the tissue underneath. Each tool is used on a specific area with its own movement, always following the direction of circulation.
It is popular in Colombia, which is why it is often called Colombian wood therapy. At ALMO Clinic it is an in-clinic service: it is applied by medical spa therapists, under medical supervision, after checking that there are no contraindications. We do not sell kits or teach it for home use.
Wood therapy benefits, and its real limits
It supports contour and skin quality. Its effects depend on consistency and habits, and it does not replace medical or surgical treatment.
Wood therapy for cellulite
The pressure and movement of the rollers can temporarily improve how cellulite and skin texture look on the glutes, legs and abdomen. Cellulite has several causes and comes back if habits are not kept, so the realistic goal is improvement, not elimination.
Wood therapy and lymphatic drainage
The strokes follow the direction of circulation, so many people feel less heavy and puffy after a session. If fluid is your main concern, or you are recovering from surgery, lymphatic drainage massage is the right technique.
Wood therapy for belly fat: what to expect
Wood therapy can improve how the skin of the abdomen looks and feels, but it does not remove fat cells in a measurable, lasting way. For localized fat, the options to discuss are medical or surgical, such as liposculpture or, for loose skin, BodyTite.
Wood therapy body sculpting by area (abdomen, legs, glutes)
- Abdomen: rollers and boards following the direction of circulation, with pressure adapted to the skin; never over recent scars or during pregnancy.
- Legs: strokes move upwards towards the groin; significant varicose veins are not treated.
- Glutes: the area where people most often want to improve cellulite texture, with pressure adjusted to sensitive spots.
How many sessions, and how to fit them into your trip
At our medical spa, body contouring treatments are usually done in weekly sessions, and maintenance every two weeks. The total number is set at your consultation, based on the area and your goals.
Wood therapy is a complementary treatment: most international patients book it while they are in Bogotá for another treatment. Tell us your dates on WhatsApp and we will plan the sessions around your stay. If you are having surgery, your surgeon decides when wood therapy is allowed; before that, post-op lymphatic drainage is the right choice.
Wood therapy before and after
What usually changes with wood therapy is skin texture, the look of cellulite and the feeling of heaviness. These changes are gradual and largely temporary: they last longer with maintenance sessions, physical activity and hydration.
We do not publish generic “before and after” photos: results vary from person to person and we do not promise a reduction in measurements.
Does wood therapy really work? Evidence and expectations
Wood therapy is very popular, but the scientific evidence on its effects is still limited. What you can reasonably expect is a temporary improvement in skin texture, cellulite and heaviness, especially when combined with healthy habits.
- Yes: support for body contour, circulation and skin texture.
- No: replacing liposuction, treating significant loose skin or guaranteeing a smaller size.
- After surgery: only with your surgeon's approval; lymphatic drainage comes first.
When not to have wood therapy
Not recommended if you have
- Deep vein thrombosis or significant varicose veins in the area
- Wounds, infection or irritation on the skin to be treated
- Pregnancy (abdomen and lower back)
- Recent surgery without your surgeon's approval
Who it can help
- Cellulite or uneven skin texture on the abdomen, legs or glutes
- A feeling of heaviness or fluid retention
- Looking for support for body contour alongside healthy habits
Wood therapy prices in Bogotá (USD)
Indicative prices in Colombian pesos with their approximate US dollar equivalent.
| Treatment | Price |
|---|---|
| Wood therapy (per session) | From $100,000 COP (~$25 USD) |
| Manual lymphatic drainage (per session) | From $120,000 COP (~$30 USD) |
What every session includes
- Contraindication check before you start
- Wood therapy on the agreed areas
- Medical spa therapist under medical supervision
- Aftercare instructions in English
Combine it wisely
- With lymphatic drainage if fluid retention is your priority.
- With a medical treatment if there is loose skin or localized fat that massage cannot reach.
Transformation stories
5.0 · 15 reviews on Google
ALMO is more than excellent. From the moment you arrive, the care they offer, the warmth and empathy add to the valuable and wonderful experience with their professionals, especially with Dr. Oscar Barón, a human being with very special ethical and professional values…
The best clinic in Bogotá. Dr. Andrés Parra answered all my questions about the procedure, and I'm happy with the results — highly recommended!
My experience was extremely satisfying. I found a very professional team, led by Dr. Martha Peñarredonda, to whom I am deeply grateful. I always felt supported, and everything was clear and well explained…
Very good care. Dr. Oscar Barón is an excellent surgeon, and Yohana's attention was the best. Very happy with the service I received.
The service is excellent, and the care from the ALMO Clinic team is very professional. Thank you.
I loved the care I received at ALMO Clinic — truly committed to my well-being, especially Dr. Andrés.
Excellent care, procedures with experts and effective results.
Dr. Parra is the best in the city! I recommend him 100%.
The best experience — excellent care, highly ethical professionals with impeccable professionalism. Simply the best!
FAQs about wood therapy
Book wood therapy during your stay
Message us on WhatsApp in English with your dates in Bogotá and the area you want to work on, and tell us if you have had any recent surgery.
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