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CoolSculpting is a weight loss treatment that focuses on one interesting characteristic of fat cells. This characteristic is that they freeze at much warmer temperatures than any other cells that surround them. While a specific temperature may do very little to affect skin and muscle cells, that same temperature will freeze and kill fat cells. So, CoolSculpting is exposing areas of fat to that temperature for a certain amount of time and a certain number of times. This kills the fat and makes it go away but doesn’t harm the other cells in the area. A popular form of CoolSculpting is CoolSculpting in the arms. Many fear the batwing arm or excessive fat in the tricep area, but, no worries, CoolSculpting with NIMA has the solution!

Many practices have started offering CoolSculpting arms as a part of their packages including NIMA Institute. CoolSculpting works on stubborn fat on the upper arms and is one of the most common treatment areas for CoolSculpting. The suction action during CoolSculpting will draw fat cells to the surface of the skin, allowing bothersome cells to be targeted and treated with cold temperatures. Typically, the procedure lasts about thirty minutes to an hour depending on the patient’s needs. Patients often have two treatments of CoolSculpting within a two-month period. Results are up to 80 percent reduction of fat following one single CoolSculpting arm procedure. Many even recommend the treatment to their family and friends! Each patient is unique and the treatment plan will vary depending on the plan formulated by your doctor.

Now that we’ve explained what CoolSculpting is and how it works, let’s talk about who can get CoolSculpting done, because it is, unfortunately, not everyone. Groups that either shouldn’t get CoolSculpting arms done or just can’t get it done are those who have been diagnosed with obesity or those with medical conditions. CoolSculpting arms have been designed to be used on those who are almost at a healthy weight but have been struggling with stubborn fat pockets which means it won’t work on thicker layers of fat. Also, those with medical conditions, sensitive to the cold, shouldn’t get CoolSculpting arms. If you aren’t sure if you can or should get CoolSculpting for your arms, be sure to consult your doctor first. 

Why target the arm region? I would expand into what makes this area popular is popular apparel choices of tanks, cut off sleeves, dresses, etc display full arms. With this procedure, you can reshape your body starting with the arms. You may have to do more research or spitball why the Arm region lol. 

At NIMA, we provide the necessary tools for those interested in CoolSculpting arms. Our trained qualified experts will walk you through the entire process from start to finish so you are fully aware and prepared for the procedure. Did you know that some clients read or even take a nap during the process? It’s that easy and relaxed as we help you shape your new body! We are qualified and make sure our patients are comfortable throughout the whole procedure. Are you ready to try CoolSculpting your arms? Contact us today to learn about pricing and get a free CoolSculpting consultation! What’s the cost of CoolSculpting?

At this point, who hasn’t heard of CoolSculpting? There are billboards, TV ads, and online ads for it just about everywhere. However, there are still many people who don’t exactly know what CoolSculpting is. That’s okay. It’s still a fairly new treatment, so no one would expect you to be an expert in it at this point. That’s we at the NIMA Institute are here for. We focus pretty heavily on education, so we want to help you understand CoolSculpting a little bit better. Let’s go over some of the basics of CoolSculpting together.

An overview of CoolSculpting in general

Of course, we should start at the beginning, meaning that we should define what CoolSculpting is and how it works to start with.

As you may or may not already know, there is a certain point for each kind of cell in the body that is known as the freezing point. This is a temperature where it is so completely frozen that it can’t recover. The damage from the cold is too much and the cell dies. This point is different for each cell. Some freeze at really cold temperatures, while others freeze at relatively warm temperatures. Fat cells are among the ones that freeze at relatively warm temperatures. In fact, their freezing point is so warm that the temperature doesn’t really do anything to the skin and muscle cells that surround the fat cells. This is the idea that lies behind CoolSculpting. It is the idea that if you expose an area with excess fat to that temperature for a particular period of time it will kill the fat but leave the skin and muscle alone. But this one its own doesn’t do enough to explain how CoolSculpting works. So, let’s go over what a CoolSculpting session is like.

CoolSculpting sessions always start with the same thing: preparation. Your CoolSculpting technician will get you prepped for your session by get you seated in the chair in a way that makes the area you want to focus on (usually called the target area) is readily available. Then they will get the protective pad in place. It’s not uncommon for people to hear the phrase “protective pad” and get a little nervous, worrying that CoolSculpting isn’t safe. But CoolSculpting is one of the only weight loss treatments that is actually approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This pad is just an added precaution to make sure that the treatment really is as safe as possible.

Once everything is ready to go, your CoolSculpting tech will put the CoolSculpting applicator in place and set it to run for a predetermined period of time. During this time there are a few things you should be aware of. One is that you may feel some odd sensations. At first it may be a slight tugging or pinching feeling. The after a little while that feeling will go away as the area starts to numb. Both the pinching and numbing sensations are very normal responses to being exposed to the cold and neither are something to worry about. The numbing will go away a little while after the session is over. The other thing that you should know about the time when the CoolSculpting applicator is running is that you don’t have to do anything. As long as you stay in your chair, you can do whatever. Many people use this as an opportunity to catch up on some reading or a few Z’s.

Once the predetermined period of time has passed, your CoolSculpting tech will remove everything from the target area and massage it a little. This helps warm up the area and get rid of the numbness faster, but it also helps break up the frozen cells. Then that’s it. Once your session is over, there is nothing else you need to do until your next session. That is one of the best things about CoolSculpting. After each session you just get to go back to your life. Doesn’t that make things easy?

One thing that should be noted about CoolSculpting is that you’re not going to notice results right away. It can take anywhere from a few weeks to a few months for you to notice any real effects from your CoolSculpting. So, be sure to be patient. You need to give your body time to get rid of the dead cells.

Going over who can and can’t get CoolSculpting done

Now that we’ve covered how CoolSculpting works, let’s talk about who CoolSculpting works for, because it isn’t everyone.

The first thing to know is that CoolSculpting is made for those who are just about to their target weight but have been struggling with some stubborn fat. It is a way to help get rid of some small pockets of fat that you find in places like the back and the stomach. It is not made to help with bigger, denser areas of fat. That means that it will not work on those who have been diagnosed with obesity.

The other group that can’t get CoolSculpting done is anyone who has a condition that makes them sensitive to cold. This includes things like Raynaud’s disease, cold agglutinin disease, paroxysmal cold hemoglobinuria, or cryoglobulinemia. CoolSculpting could cause some serious side effects for those who have any of these conditions. If you’re not sure if CoolSculpting is right for you, talk to your doctor first. They should know if that is safe for you.

So, those are the basics of CoolSculpting. Of course, there are still some things that should be known, and you probably still have some questions. That’s why we here at NIMA offer a free consultation before you get any CoolSculpting done. During this consultation you will learn more about CoolSculpting, figure out if it’s right for you, and where your target areas may be. Now that you armed with more knowledge of what CoolSculpting is, you may be interested in getting it done. So, why not schedule your free consultation today? Can you get CoolSculpting on your arms?

At this point, pretty much everyone has heard of CoolSculpting. However, that doesn’t mean that everyone understands CoolSculpting. There are many questions, misconceptions, and areas of confusion surrounding this treatment. If there are many things that we take very seriously here at NIMA, high on that list is education. So, allow us to educate you on CoolSculpting and one of the most important concepts connected to it: just who can get CoolSculpting done. Let’s get started, shall we?

Some of the basics of CoolSculpting

We should, of course, start with the basics. So, let’s go over a definition of CoolSculpting and what you can expect from it, together.

CoolSculpting is a weight loss treatment that focuses on one interesting characteristic of fat cells. This characteristic is that they freeze at much warmer temperatures than any other cell that surround them. What this means is that while a temperature may do very little to affect skin and muscle cells, that same temperature will freeze and kill fat cells. So, CoolSculpting is exposing areas of fat to that temperature for a certain amount of time and certain number of times. This kills the fat and makes it go away but doesn’t do much to the other cells in the area.

However, we don’t expect you to fully understand CoolSculpting just from that little paragraph. To better explain it all, let’s talk about what a CoolSculpting session is like.

CoolSculpting sessions are pretty simple and straight forward. Every session starts with prep. A CoolSculpting technician will get you placed in the chair and place a protective pad on the area where your focus for the CoolSculpting is (this area is normally referred to as the target area). Once all of that is ready, the technician will put the CoolSculpting applicator in place on the target area and turn it on. They will allow the applicator to run for a previously decided on period of time.

There are a few things you should know about the time that the applicator is running. The first is that you may experience some odd sensations. It will start with a feeling of cold, of course. That will be potentially followed by a pinching or tugging feeling. That will soon go away as the area starts to numb. But don’t let the numbing alarm you. It is a completely normal response to the cold and will go away a little while after the session is over. The other thing you should know about this time is that there is nothing that you need to be doing. You get to sit back and relax while the applicator does its work. Many people use this as an opportunity to get caught up on reading, podcasts, work, or sleep. You can do pretty much whatever you feel like, as long as it keeps you in the chair.

After the right amount of time has passed, the technician will turn off and remove the applicator along with the pad. The technician will then massage the target area. This massage is done to help break up the clump of frozen cells. That helps the body get rid of the dead cells faster. After that, you get to leave. That is actually one of the most incredible parts of CoolSculpting. Not only is it an outpatient treatment, it also is a treatment that requires no recovery time. There is no need to take time off to recover from CoolSculpting because it is isn’t invasive and doesn’t really do any damage. You may have some swelling, redness, or even bruising in the target area, but that’s it really. And that goes away after a little while. The fact that CoolSculpting is not only fast and easy, but also is simple to recover from is one of the biggest draws of this treatment.

Who can get CoolSculpting done?

Now that we’ve explain what CoolSculpting is and how it works, let’s talk about who can get CoolSculpting done, because it is, unfortunately, not everyone.

There are a few groups of people who either shouldn’t get CoolSculpting done or just can’t get it done. The group that can’t get it done are those who have been diagnosed with obesity. CoolSculpting has been designed to be used on those who are almost at a healthy target weight but have been struggling with stubborn fat pockets. This means that it doesn’t work on thicker layers of fat. The group that shouldn’t get CoolSculpting done is those who have medical conditions that make them extra sensitive to the cold. This could make CoolSculpting very dangerous for them. If you aren’t sure if you can or should get CoolSculpting done, be sure to talk to your doctor. They will help guide you in the right direction on this.

Of course, you can also set up a free consultation with us here at the NIMA Institute. We require a consultation before all of our CoolSculpting and for good reason. During this consultation there are many things that are officially decided. One of these things is whether or not you are well suited for CoolSculpting. During the consultation, it will also be decided where your target areas are. You and the CoolSculpting expert will also figure out how many sessions you may need and how long each of those sessions should last. Then you will schedule your sessions. But there is no actual obligation tied to this consultation. If during the consultation you decide that it isn’t for you, even if you are well suited for it, that’s okay. There’s no requirement to schedule treatments or to get CoolSculpting done at all.

So, now you know what CoolSculpting is, how it works, and who can and can’t get it done. You are all ready to tackle the CoolSculpting world. If you still have questions after reading things, feel free to set up your free consultation here at NIMA. Our CoolSculpting experts will be able to clear up any confusions and answer any questions you may have. Does CoolSculpting work on the arms?

CoolSculpting certainly has been gaining more and more attention over recent years. And for pretty good reason. It is, after all, an effective and safe way to get rid of those frustrating pockets of stubborn fat. But all of this attention leads to a lot of questions and a lot of confusion. We want to help clear all of those up because here at NIMA we are all about education. So, let’s focus on one question in particular today: How many times do you have to do CoolSculpting?

What is CoolSculpting exactly?

Before we can explain how many sessions of CoolSculpting it may take, we should explain what CoolSculpting is and how it works. This will help you understand better why it may take the number of sessions it may take.

We’ve already briefly mentioned what CoolSculpting is. It is a way to get rid of fat. Not only that, but it is one of the few weight loss treatments that has been approved by the Food and Drug Administration. It works by taking advantage of one interesting aspect of fat cells: they freeze at a warmer temperature than most other cells. The temperature that kills them is one that leaves skin and muscle cells unharmed and virtually untouched. The idea of CoolSculpting is that if you expose an area with excess fat to that temperature for a period of time a certain number of times, you will kill the fat cells and leave the other cells alone. This allows CoolSculpting to be an effective, non-invasive way of getting rid of unwanted fat. You can get CoolSculpting done on just about any part of your body. Many people get it done on their arms, thighs, chin, and stomach; you can even get it done on your knees.

But to make sure that you really understand how CoolSculpting works, let’s illustrate how a CoolSculpting session plays out. It starts simply by a CoolSculpting technician getting everything prepared. This involves getting you in position on the CoolSculpting chair and placing a protective pad on the desired area that is more often called the target area. This pad is to help ensure that the CoolSculpting is as safe as can be, though it is considered to be safe, it is best to have some added precautions. Then the technician will get the CoolSculpting applicator in place on your target area and turn it on.

The CoolSculpting applicator will run for a specific amount of time that will be determined during your consultation (which we will talk about in a little while). While the applicator is running you may notice some odd sensations. It will, of course, start with a cold feeling, but that will soon give way to a pinching or tugging feeling. This may be uncomfortable, but it won’t last long. Eventually, the target area will numb and that feeling will go away. There is no need to worry about this numbness. It is temporary and will go away not long after the session is over. During the time that the CoolSculpting applicator is running you can do whatever you like, as long as it keeps you in position in the CoolSculpting chair. Many people use this as an opportunity to get caught up on reading and podcasts.

After the predesignated amount of time has passed, the technician will turn the applicator off and remove it from the target area along with the pad. Then they will massage the target area a bit. This massage helps get the dead, frozen cells ready to be expelled by the body by breaking them up. It also helps warm the area up a bit faster. After all of that, you get to go home. There is no recovery time, no need to take time to heal up. This is because there isn’t really anything to recover or heal from. This is one of the biggest appeals of CoolSculpting. Each session only lasts about half an hour to an hour. Then you’re done until your next session. It is quick, easy, and allows you to go back to your life without interruption.

How many treatments will I need?

So, now that we’ve talked about what CoolSculpting is and how it works, it’s time to answer the big question of the day. How many times do you have to do CoolSculpting?

The issue with this question is that there isn’t a good set answer. Most people need anywhere from one to three sessions for one target area. However, some people need more. It depends on several different factors. One of these is where the target area is. For example, the thighs may take more sessions than the chin. Another factor is how much fat is in the target area. If one arm is a bit flabbier than the other, it may require more sessions than the other.

So, the number of sessions will depend, but you can’t know for sure until your consultation. Here at NIMA we give all of our CoolSculpting clients a free consultation before scheduling any sessions. During this consultation you and a Coolsculpting expert will determine a number of things. These things include if CoolSculpting is even right for you (there some you can’t or shouldn’t get CoolSculpting done), where your target area may be and if there is more than one, how long your sessions should be, and of course, how many sessions you will need. All of this will be worked out for free and there is no obligation after this consultation. If you decide that you would rather not get the treatment done that is fine!

Because everyone is different, it’s hard to give a definite answer to questions like how many CoolSculpting sessions you may need. It’s important that your CoolSculpting treatment is specifically tailored to you. That’s why we at NIMA offer a free CoolSculpting consultation. That way you can got into your CoolSculpting sessions confident that you are getting exactly what you need. Why not schedule your consultation today? That means you will just be one step closer to loving your body. What are the side effects of CoolSculpting?

You are either reading this because you want to know what freezing fat is or you are wondering what NIMA is, either way, welcome. Now-a-days there are so many ways to get rid of fat. Some ways give false hope with their “lose 20 pounds in one week” trends. We all know that those are great for results that either a) don’t happen or b) only last one week after. That’s why we’re talking about CoolSculpting in this article. CoolSculpting is an innovative way to get rid of fat cells, however this is not a treatment that will automatically help you lose weight. Freezing your fat with CoolSculpting takes time and patience. If you’re looking for a way to flush away those stubborn areas of fat without down time, keep reading to learn more about freezing your fat.

What is Freezing Fat aka CoolSculpting?

It is likely that you have heard of this new innovative way to get rid of that fat that just won’t go away! It is also just as likely that you do not understand what it means or how it works. So, let us break it down for you. CoolSculpting, aka Freezing Fat, is a non-intrusive treatment that freezes unwanted fat cells in particular areas. This treatment requires no downtime because there is no surgery or invasiveness at all. Yep, you heard that right, no down time! CoolSculpting is one of the only FDA (U.S. Food and Drug Administration) approved fat removal procedures. That should tell you something about it! How many products do you use that don’t have the FDA stamp of approval? Freezing fat works by using a controlled intense cooling machine to destroy those difficult fat cells. The intense cool and pull of the CoolSculpting machine freezes those cells, killing them. Once those pesky fat cells are frozen, your body naturally gets rid of them throughout time. This seems too good to be true, right? Well, it’s not! However, it is important to keep in mind that this is not a get-rid-of-fat-quick procedure. It takes some patience, but you will be pleasantly surprised by your results.

What should I expect?

The very first thing you’ll do is make an appointment for a consultation. At the consultation we’ll get the basic information we’ll need. We will ask where you want your freezing fat to take place and then our experts will assess whether or not you are a right fit for this treatment. Yes, that’s right, generally most people will be able to go through CoolSculpting but others it may not be the best option. We will be able to tell you how many sessions you should go through to get your optimum results.

Now, after you have gone through your consultation, it’s time to freeze that fat! We’ll begin by placing our CoolSculpting device on the area that was chosen to get rid of that stubborn fat. Then all you need to do is sit back and try to relax while the freezing fat machine does its thing! In the beginning of your session, you may feel an intense cooling sensation and a bit of tugging and pulling. But, after a while you won’t be able to feel it at all as some of our clients say you get used to the sessions. During their treatments, our clients will often read, listen to music, watch a movie on their phone/laptop or even take a nap. We here at NIMA want your CoolSculpting experience to be as pleasant as possible. So, let us know if we can do anything to make you comfortable! Then after your session you will be able to easily go through the rest of your day! Remember, no downtime!

After your session(s) there may be some side-effects to look for! It is important to keep in mind that all of these side effects are temporary.

During: pinching, numbness, deep pulling, tugging, or discomfort.

After: temporary numbness, bruising, firmness, redness, swelling, tingling, stinging or pain.

Again, these are just temporary side effects of CoolSculpting so there is no need to be nervous. Remember, there are some people that should not go through the freezing fat process. Like, those who have cryoglobulinemia or paroxysmal cold hemoglobinuria should not go through this process. It should also be noted that CoolSculpting is not a treatment for obesity. Those who are obese will not be able to go through the process. Here at NIMA we want to make sure that CoolSculpting is the right choice for you and your body. This is why we have our free consultations to make sure that CoolSculpting will be the right choice.

What happens after NIMA freezes my fat?

Like we stated before, this is not a lose-weight-fast type of treatment. CoolSculpting takes time, so you must be patient. Each person is different and the amount of fat we freeze is different as well. Therefore, when someone goes through our CoolSculpting treatment it will be different for each one. Some of our clients can see results as fast as three whole weeks. However, our CoolSculpting experts here at NIMA have noticed that most clients see results around two months. Your body could even continue to get rid of those dead fat cells up for up to six months. Your results will depend on your body type and the amount of fat cells that are being killed and then gotten rid of. If you get a larger area done, it will likely take longer to get rid of those fat cells. If the area is smaller, it could take a shorter amount of time. During your consultation we will explain further in detail when you could possibly expect to see your full results.

Freezing Fat: will you give it a whirl?

This new technology seems too good to be true, we get it. We here at NIMA want you to be as educated as possible about whatever type of treatment you choose. So, please do not hesitate to give us a call. We pride ourselves in being one of the top CoolSculpting providers in the nation. So, you know we take freezing your fat seriously. So, will you give freezing your fat a whirl?