Cryotherapy

YES – There are numerous clinical trials, celebrity reviews, and before & after photos which support the effectiveness of fat freezing. Ask to see our client testimonials.

Fat cells perish and are dissolved into the body via the lymphatic & immune system. The nervous system flushes effected fat cells from the system using the bodies natural processes. The area treated becomes smaller in size over the following weeks as this process happens.

Each session is up to 45 minutes per area, depending on the thickness of the area, and how quickly you respond to the cooling technology. Your treatment will be tailored to your individual requirements which are discussed in your pre-treatment consultation. Additional time may be required if you require more than one area.

One session is sufficient for most areas. Cryolipolysis has the advantage of not requiring a course of treatment. Depending on the thickness of the fat and your personal goals fat freezing may be repeated in the same area a second time, but is not a necessity. If you choose that you would like a further reduction in the same area, preferable waiting time between sessions is approx 45 – 60 days. This is to give enough time to measure the effectiveness of the initial treatment.

Clinical studies on Cryolipolysis have shown reduction of fat is between 20% to 40%. Results will vary on the individual, the thickness of the fat deposits in each area, and the lifestyle maintained after treatment. Those that follow the aftercare advice, will get the best results.

This depends on the individual, the fat thickness, and the area treated. Changes happen over a number of weeks, 12 weeks being the estimated time to see the maximum result, although some of our clients begin to see changes at around 2 weeks. In clinical trials 12 weeks post treatment, 9 out of 10 people saw an undeniable reduction in the treated area.

Your therapist places a device on the treatment area (e.g. your abdomen) and this lowers the temperature within this localised area of your body. Without affecting the rest of your body, this procedure causes your unwanted fat cells to freeze and subsequently die. Only one treatment is required, but since the body does take several months to flush out the dead fat cells, results will be visible after 6-12 weeks.

After you have agreed the area, you will feel a “tug” close to the treated area due to the vacuum effect used to hold the area in place during the session, and an intense cold feeling at the beginning of the procedure at the vacuum site. This is reported as a “different sensation” as its an unusual feeling, but not painful. We often have clients fall asleep during their session. There is no anaesthetic or numbing agent required during the treatment.

The beauty of Cryolipolysis is there are generally few side effects. There is no recovery period, or downtime.

-Usually: some short term redness and cold/numbness on the treated zone after the session.

-Rarely: slight haematoma, due to the vacuum (similar to a love bite) that will resorb within a few days. Swelling, superficial bruising, extended redness.

You can resume normal daily activities without special discomfort immediately after the session, or go back to work if your being treated in your lunch break.

Cryolipolysis is especially indicated for local fat reduction: The ideal candidates are those who want to reduce localised fat deposits for instance on the abdomen, flanks, lower back, hips, thighs, upper arms etc. These tend to be areas particularly stubborn to diet and exercise. Although most people are treatable, it is not an overall weight loss solution. We suggest that the ideal candidate is within or near their ideal body weight, people in this group will see the best results. It can also be an excellent additional motivation for those embarking on a change in lifestyle.

No supplements or diet plan are required and you do not have to change your exercise habits for the treatment to work. However, Cryolipolysis is not a substitute for taking care of your body. You may feel more motivated to take care of yourself after the treatment, after all it is an investment in your good looks.  Combining cryolipolysis with a healthy diet and lifestyle will only further maximise your result. Should you require lifestyle advice we can refer you to specialists in your area. After care includes advice to increase your water intake, avoid caffine & other toxins to support your bodies natural processes.

The Cryolipolysis treatment results in a notable and natural reduction of fat tissue, avoiding the traumatic experience of invasive methods (liposuction), and the risk of damage to surrounding tissue. It is different to other non-invasive laser lipo offerings that use lasers (like I-Lipo, Strawberry and Laser Lipo) Cryolipolysis, physically destroys the fat cell, and no course of treatment is required as in these other laser based treatments. No exercise is required for the treatment to get results and the results are permanent. The results are not as fast or as dramatic as invasive procedures like liposuction or tummy tuck. But Fat Freezing is an effective alternative for those wanting to avoid the higher cost, pain, risk, and recovery time associated with surgery.

Upper & lower abdomen, upper arms, inner and outter thighs, love handles, flanks, muffin top, banana rolls (underneath buttocks), hips, male torso/man boobs. The applicator cannot be used for the chin, ankles or wrists as usually these areas are too small to treat. Cryolipolysis can be used to reduce “man boobs” but cannot be used to treat female breast tissue or gynocomastia.