How Non-Surgical Body Contouring Helps Reduce Fat Where Diet and Exercise Fail?

Most people invest in weight-loss programs or weight-loss surgery and still can’t achieve the desired body shape. When their bodies suddenly shed pounds rapidly, they often reach out to health experts and complain of bulging fat, poor body contours, and hanging skin, as well as chafing, hygiene problems, and mobility issues. These are the post-massive weight-loss challenges everyone faces and cannot be addressed by diet and exercise alone.

For a true reflection of weight-loss efforts, body contouring is essential. In this blog, we will learn how non-surgical body contouring in Gurgaon helps with stubborn fat deposits and complements diet and exercise. We will explore the non-surgical body contouring options in high demand today. Obtain the required information to make an informed decision, with Citrine Clinic experts being a support throughout your transformative journey.

Non-Surgical Body Contouring: A Fundamental Step in Weight Loss Journey

Non-surgical body contouring should not be confused with a weight loss approach. The procedures designed to sculpt/contour the body, in other words, reshape it, only remove a few pounds. It removes some excess, hard-to-remove fat cells without surgery, leaving them in some areas of the body due to genetics, aging, or hormonal imbalances.

Body contouring is recommended after one has experienced significant weight loss and maintained a stable, near-ideal healthy weight for 6-12 months. When considering body sculpting for patients with small, stubborn fat pockets, non-surgical options like CoolSculpting and Exilis Elite are the only options. But if a quick, significant fat reduction is needed, minimally invasive liposuction is recommended.

Top Non-Surgical Body Contouring Options to Get Rid of Stubborn Fat

1. CoolSculpting: A specialized device that delivers controlled cooling is used to freeze and destroy diet- and exercise-resistant fat. The frozen dead fat cells are eventually cleared from the treated area via the lymphatic system. This is mostly used on the protruding belly, double chin, flabby arms or thighs, and flanks. It can be done across multiple areas at once.
   One to three sessions are required every 4-6 weeks for optimal results. Improvement begins to appear in the first three weeks of the first session, but the full effects are expected only in one to three months after the last session. The side effects are mild and short-lived redness, numbness, and swelling.
2. Exilis Elite: A revolutionary device that emits ultrasound and radiofrequency energy to melt diet- and exercise-resistant fat while stimulating skin remodelling/tightening in any area of the body. It can work for even patients with higher BMIs and any skin type.
   Four to six sessions are required every 1-2 weeks for optimal results. Improvement begins to appear in the first few weeks to months, but the full effects are expected only 12-14 weeks after the last session. Ongoing improvements are expected for the next 6 months and will last for 1-2 years. The sessions are tolerable. After sessions, patients experience slight redness, tenderness, and warmth in the treated areas.
3. Artiqa: It is a 2-in-1 revolutionary, non-surgical body contouring device. It combines two technologies: Thermal Shock and Electro Muscle Stimulation (EMS) for stubborn fat removal, cellulite smoothing, muscle toning and firming, and skin tightening/ rejuvenation. Thermal shock involves alternate cycles of rapid hot and cold treatment, which causes apoptosis of the fat cells. The broken fat deposits get naturally cleared from the body via the lymphatic system. In electro muscle stimulation, controlled electric pulses are directly delivered to the muscles to cause their deep contractions, just as produced by vigorous workouts. It helps firm and tone the muscles and overlying skin.

Benefits of Non-Surgical Body Contouring Beyond Weight Removal

Here are the benefits of opting for these treatments:

• Stimulates collagen and tightens sagging, loose skin
• Reduces cellulite
• Strengthened and toned muscles
• Provides a better definition
• Provides a more balanced physique
• Alleviates physical discomfort like chafing skin
• Improves well-being, body image, and confidence in appearance with fewer risks
• Helps achieve subtle, natural-looking transformation with minimal to no downtime.

Who Should Opt for Non-Surgical Body Contouring?

Non-surgical body contouring will ensure stubborn fat reduction for:

• Healthy adults who have maintained their weight loss results for a minimum of 6 months to a year
• Anyone who, despite a healthy diet and regular exercise, can’t get the desired body shape because of the presence of small, stubborn fats in some areas
• Those who have realistic expectations from body contouring surgery
• Individuals who are committed to maintaining a healthy lifestyle and have no bad habits, like smoking
• To determine suitability for body contouring, schedule a consultation with an expert.

How to Prepare for Body Contouring Sessions?

To make the most of body contouring sessions, ensure you are physically and mentally ready. Strictly follow the expert’s instructions on hydration, diet, routine, and medication intake. For every session, wear no jewelry or cosmetics, and come clean in loose clothing.

How to Enhance and Sustain Body Contouring Results?

The weight/fat removal with body contouring is permanent only when there is a solid aftercare plan, including a healthy routine. Experts recommend following these instructions:

• Drink adequate water to flush out the dead fat cells
• Gradually get back to strenuous activities
• Avoid steam rooms, hot showers/baths, and saunas for 2-3 days
• Shield the treated area from direct UV light
• Manage stress with yoga or meditation
• Keep revisiting the expert for check-ups and to maintain results
• Switch to a healthy, balanced diet plan with limited sugars, salt, caffeine, and alcohol intake
• Wear loose, breathable fabrics
• Do a gentle massage to help with lymphatic drainage and the breakdown of fat cells.