Let's start with the basics. Not all fat is created equal. We have two distinct types of fat in our bodies: subcutaneous fat (the kind that may roll over the waistband of your pants) and visceral fat (the stuff that lines your organs and is associated with diabetes and heart disease).
From here on out, when we refer to fat, we are talking about subcutaneous fat, as this is the type of fat that cryolipolysis targets. A recent study showed that the body's ability to remove subcutaneous fat decreases with age, which means we are fighting an uphill battle with each birthday we celebrate.
Cryolipolysis — which literally translates into cold (cryo) fat (lipo) destruction (lysis) — was invented, in part, by observing what can happen when kids eat popsicles. No kidding here. The cofounders of this process were intrigued by something called “cold-induced fat necrosis” that was reported to occur after young children ate popsicles that were inadvertently left resting on the cheek for several minutes. Skin samples taken from pediatric patients like these showed inflammation in the fat, but normal overlying skin. Thus, it appeared that fat may be more sensitive to cold injury that other tissue types.
Using this concept, a cooling device was tested on pigs in 2007 to see if fat cells could be selectively destroyed. The results were promising and predictable; there was about a 1/2 inch reduction in the pig's fat layer, without damaging the overlying skin, in the treated areas. By 2010, the first cryolipolysis technology approved for human use, named CoolSculpting, was cleared as a treatment for love handles. Clearance for treating other parts of the body, including the thighs, belly, bra fat, back, underside of the buttocks, and chin soon followed.
The most important thing you need to keep in mind is that this process is safe, and yes, it's effective. What's best is that no needles are used in the process, and all of the work is done with the help of a cryolipolysis slimming machine. What happens is that the doctor uses the device to hold your body's target area between two paddles. The doctor leaves the paddles there for at least 35 minutes because that's how much time it takes to freeze the fat cells inside your body. It can even take an entire hour, depending on the stubbornness of your fat. As per the study, at least 25% to 35% of your body's fat is destroyed during this process.
As far as effectiveness is concerned, it's one effective procedure that does show results. However, you'll have to wait for at least a period of 1 to 3 months to see the changes in your body. You have to wait for so long because it takes some time for your body to release all the dead fat cells. You have to keep yourself hydrated all the time if you want quicker results.
Cryolipolysis appears to be a safe and effective treatment for fat loss without the downtime of liposuction or surgery. But it is important to note that cryolipolysis is intended for fat loss, not weight loss. The ideal candidate is already close to their ideal body weight, but has stubborn, pinchable areas of fat that are difficult to get rid of with diet and exercise alone. Cryolipolysis also doesn't target visceral fat, so it won't improve your overall health. But it may help you fit into your favorite pair of skinny jeans.
The cost of this treatment depends on the number of sessions you want and the specific body part that you want to treat. You can always anticipate the final price with the help of the customized treatment plan that you'll get before the treatment starts. In this plan, all the things about how many sessions you need on each of your body parts are mentioned. This is how you calculate the price that you'll be charged. Overall, this treatment can cost you anywhere near $600. It depends on the area that you live in and the body part that you want to treat.
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