Despite diet and exercise, it is often difficult to get rid of some fat deposits, especially on the stomach and on the flanks. To date, liposuction is no longer the only solution to the problem.
Coolsculpting is a technique that allows to destroy fat cells with the help of cold and acts purposefully on problem areas. Coolsculpting® is a technique developed by the American company Zeltiq® and approved by the US Department of Health, presented the world with innovative technology capable of remodeling the silhouette and defeating cellulite in just a few hours without anesthesia and interruption of social activity. For more information about this procedure, visit our website dedicated to Cryolipolysis, or make an appointment with our doctor to determine the best strategy according to your morphology and your goals.
Preparation
Before the procedure, you should consult your doctor, find out if there are any contraindications. If everything is good, the specialist conducts an explanatory conversation with the client, identifies the areas where it is necessary to remove fat, measures the fat folds, calculates the number of sessions.Usually, on average, from 3 to 8 procedures are required for a noticeable correction of the figure. Given that the session takes quite a long time (at least 1 hour), especially if several zones are sequentially processed, it’s a good idea to make sure that it does not go through in vain. You can take with you an interesting book, tablet, magazine or laptop for work.
An hour before the procedure is not recommended to drink and eat.
Conducting
Initially, the cosmetologist selects the nozzle of the desired size and shape, depending on the treated area. The procedure is performed in the supine or sitting position. On the skin area of the patient, where the applicator will be installed, a napkin impregnated with a special protective gel is applied. Then, a device attachment is installed that retracts the skin with the fat fold and holds it for a predetermined time, exposing it to cold. The processing time for one zone is 1 hour.
The procedure is easily tolerated, does not cause severe discomfort or pain. During the first 10 minutes, sensations of cold, tingling, burning or numbness of the skin are possible. At the end of the session, the nozzle is detached from the skin, the tissue and gel remnants are removed, and a warming massage is performed to restore normal blood supply. Then the client returns to the usual way of life.
The final results of cryolipolysis can be assessed 3-4 months after the first procedure. Such a period is necessary for the body to completely remove all the destroyed fat cells. Repeated exposure to the same skin area is allowed no earlier than 8 weeks.
If you need additional correction of the body, the next course is appointed no earlier than 4 months later.
Tip: After the cryolipolysis procedure, it is recommended to drink more water and lead an active lifestyle to remove the remnants of fat cells from the body as soon as possible.
Persistence of the effect
It is believed that the procedure of cryoliposuction gives a more lasting effect than diets and fasting. This is due to the fact that the fat cells are removed, but not reduced in volume. With the observance of small rules and the introduction of small restrictions in eating and regular exercise, the effect of coolsculpting treatment on flanks can be maintained for many years.
In case of returning to overeating, a passive way of life and other reasons that led to obesity, fatty deposits will return within a year. When the course is repeated every 4-5 months, the effect will be constantly maintained.
How to improve the effect?
You can improve the effect of coolsculpting treatment on flanks in several ways. One group of methods includes those that a person is able to perform on his own. Among them:
Regular exercise. These can be small daily workouts, hourly training three times a week or an active lifestyle.
Restrictions in nutrition. Any balanced diet will help preserve the effect of coolsculpting treatment. The main rule is not to overeat.
The second group of methods that enhance the effect include cosmetic procedures, which are provided by special salons. Among them:
Vacuum-roller massage. The main goal of this procedure is the fight against cellulite. A slight reduction in the massaging area is possible.
Lymph drainage massage, which is performed with the use of compressed air. This method of reducing fat deposits is called pressotherapy.
Mesotherapy. This is another way to reduce fat deposits by introducing special injections that provoke the breakdown of fats.