Liposonix technology is new and has been brought into the US to get rid of fat around the waist. This is done by using ultrasound waves to reduce the number of cells. The ultrasound waves can be directed at one point in order to focus on a problem area. The good thing about this technology is the fact that you do not have to undergo any surgery.
Fat cell removal by Liposonix treatment
The fat cells are killed by the use of High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU), which ensures a safe reduction in the fat content in your waist. The beam is focused at a deep level so as not to burn the skin. The treatment is very comfortable and painless. With this treatment you get to lose up to 2 inches from your waist n just a single treatment.
After the Liposonix treatment
The fat cells that are killed are taken out of the body through the lymphatic system in the normal excretory manner. Macrophages come and pick the dead cells and take them to the liver where they are excreted. There is no change in the body chemistry since the process take about 2 – 4 weeks. The process ensures that other fats are redistributed to compensate this loss and you get a better physique.
The Liposonix treatment candidates
This treatment is offered to both men and women who have at least 1 inch of fat under their skin. This is ideal for people who are not excessively fat, and just want to reduce the extra pounds around the waist. If you have a BMI that is above 30, then you should go for liposuction. This is for people with a BMI of 30 and below.
The results of the Liposonix treatment
People have been found to lose about 1.8 inches after 3 months, which is one pant size down. Although these results were based on the first machines to be removed, there is a sign that the newer machines may be able to remove a lot more than that. This is good news for people who want to see the results much faster. The study shows that the new machines give results in a week or two.
The side effects of Liposonix treatment
There is some discomfort, which is very mild, especially with the newer machines. It is possible to control the discomfort with pain medication. It is advisable to take the pain medication about half-an-hour, before you arrive for your treatment. There could be some bruising, or redness after the treatment, but this will quickly subside.
Liposonix treatment not a weight loss method
This is not a method of oozing weight. This is a process that completely destroys the fat cells. But the fat in the cells is not destroyed and is metabolized by the liver. Once the fat cells die, the ft cannot be stored around your waist, but is redistributed all over your body. So you will not lose weight, but you will have the slimmest waist amongst your peers.