Thermage was originally designed as a skin tightening technology, and with recent advancements it can be used for body shaping to some degree. So for a completely noninvasive option that may be your best choice. We did a clinical trial last year where we were able to prove that if Thermage is applied... more
Thermage for body fat reduction?
I am in excellent physical condition at 5'8" 182lbs as a bodybuilder with a very defined stomach. I have an issue of slightly loose skin (in my opinion) on the lower abdomenal region along with a very small layer of fat that has been resistant to even the strictest of diet and exercise. I have a small amount of fat in the lower back on each side as well. Even when I diet down for a photo shoot or event it is still slightly noticeable.
I have looked into Smart lipo and body Thermage, both supposed to reduce body fat. However, I don't want to go so invasive as Smart Lipo, even though it will give the best result. I am also concerned tha Thermage might not reduce fat or tighten enough. How much tightening can someone with extremely low body fat levels, sub 9% or more, expect in these problems areas? My skin is by no means as loose as some that have given birth or lost an excess amount of weight but it is noticeable to me.
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109 posts
21 Jan 2009
Dear JLG77, From what it sounds like, Thermage would be a better option to accomplish what you are looking for. However, please understand it will take time to achieve that look as Thermage takes months to work. From your description you obviously don't have much fat so a fat removal process probably isn't going to make a big difference on you. Thermage can simulate a fat removal process simply by tightening the skin which can make your body look like you shed some fat in the treated areas. That being said, if your areas of concern are as small as you describe, those tiny pockets of fat can be directly addressed with SmartLipo which can also help tighten the skin. Either way, I think the route you decide on will be able to help improve those areas. Good luck!
2 posts
19 Apr 2009
I am 37 yrs old and wear a size 0 pants or petite 2 pants. I weigh 115 lbs and I am 5'1" tall, I have two children (8 and 6 years olds). I am considering getting tummy by thermage but I am not sure if it will give me great result. My stomach blows up like I am 4 months pregnant after every meal. I have love handles and loose skin on my tummy. I am looking for a non-surgical way of removing of tummy fat/love handles. Some one said that I would need Velashape around 8 treatments. Please advise if either one of those two will be good for me, if not, what else is out there? Thank you.