A nutritious diet and regular exercise are crucial to a healthy lifestyle. However, some deposits of fat may prove resistant to these practices.
Don't give up your body goals! CoolTone® can help you conquer these frustrating fat pockets and regain your confidence.
This celebrated body contouring treatment, available at Old Town Med Spa under the guidance of board-certified physicians, has helped countless patients improve their physiques.
What is CoolTone?
CoolTone is a body contouring treatment created by Allergan, the leading company in medical aesthetics. It works by strengthening and toning muscles with MMS (magnetic muscle stimulation), which channels electromagnetic energy into the muscles to induce involuntary contractions. In response to these contractions, the body strengthens the muscle fibers in the targeted regions, resulting in more defined muscles.
Fun fact: CoolTone is believed to offer 50% more magnetic intensity than its leading competitor, Emsculpt!
Is CoolTone Right for Me?
If you are near your ideal body weight but still retain stubborn pockets of abdominal, gluteal, or thigh fat despite a healthy lifestyle, you may be a good candidate for CoolTone. We advise you to maintain realistic expectations of what CoolTone can accomplish, though a positive outlook is always helpful. The best way to determine your eligibility is to come into our office for a consultation.
Areas That CoolTone Can Treat
CoolTone is FDA-cleared to strengthen, tone, and firm muscles in three key areas: the abdomen, buttocks, and thighs. These regions often retain stubborn fat or lack muscle definition despite regular exercise.
CoolTone uses magnetic muscle stimulation to trigger powerful contractions that build and tone muscle fibers beneath the surface. Whether you're looking to firm up your core, lift and shape your glutes, or improve thigh muscle tone, CoolTone can help enhance these targeted areas.
What Can I Expect?
The first step is to schedule a consultation, where we will walk you through the procedure. If you are determined to be eligible, we will identify the areas of concern and invite you to your first session.Â
During the treatment, paddles connected to the device are placed on the targeted area. The device delivers magnetic muscle stimulation, causing rapid, involuntary muscle contractions that feel like strong, rhythmic pulses. Most patients describe the sensation as intense but tolerable, similar to a vigorous workout.
Depending on the area or areas being treated, the CoolTone procedure typically lasts between one and two hours.
CoolTone Recovery and Results
CoolTone requires no downtime, making it an ideal option for those with busy schedules. Most patients can return to work, exercise, and daily activities immediately after treatment. Mild muscle soreness, similar to what you'll feel after a tough workout, is common and usually subsides within one to two days.
Results vary, but many patients report feeling a stronger core after just one session. Noticeable improvements in muscle tone and firmness typically appear after four or more sessions, spaced over a period of two to three weeks. To maintain results, occasional maintenance treatments and a healthy lifestyle are recommended.
CoolTone vs. CoolSculpting: What's the Difference?
CoolTone and CoolSculpting® are both noninvasive body contouring treatments developed by Allergan, but they work in different ways.
CoolTone uses magnetic muscle stimulation to induce strong muscle contractions, helping to tone and strengthen muscles in the abdomen, buttocks, and thighs. In contrast, CoolSculpting targets and freezes fat cells through a process called cryolipolysis, which gradually reduces fat in treated areas.
Many patients combine both treatments for a more sculpted appearance. They use CoolSculpting to reduce fat and CoolTone to firm and tone the underlying muscles.
Why Choose Old Town Med Spa for CoolTone Treatments?
Old Town Med Spa offers CoolTone treatments under the supervision of highly trained physicians, Drs. Nael and Shazel Gharbi, who are board-certified and have extensive experience in medical aesthetics. The med spa combines clinical precision with a welcoming, patient-focused environment at three locations throughout the Chicago area (River North, Lincoln Park, and Bucktown).
With a commitment to the latest technology, personalized care, and the highest safety standards, Old Town Med Spa helps clients achieve their body goals with confidence. Our team takes the time to understand each patient's needs, creating a comfortable and trusted setting for noninvasive body contouring treatments.
FAQs
CoolTone is meant to strengthen and tone muscles, not reduce fat. While it may give the treated areas a more sculpted appearance, it does not directly eliminate fat cells. That's why patients often combine CoolTone with fat-reducing treatments like CoolSculpting.
Yes, CoolTone may benefit postpartum individuals who are looking to improve their abdominal strength and muscle tone. It's particularly useful for those who are close to their pre-pregnancy weight but struggle with muscle laxity. A consultation is necessary to determine whether CoolTone is appropriate based on individual postpartum recovery and goals.
CoolTone results can last several months, but ongoing maintenance is key. After completing an initial series of treatments, patients are encouraged to return for follow-up sessions every few months to preserve muscle tone.
The longevity of results also depends on living a healthy lifestyle (regular exercise, a balanced diet, etc.). Without follow-up treatments, muscle tone may gradually diminish over time, similar to the effects of stopping strength training workouts.
Say Goodbye to Stubborn Fat Today
If no amount of healthy eating or exercise has reduced certain deposits of fat on your abdomen, thighs, or buttocks, CoolTone may be just what you need.
To learn more about what this revolutionary body contouring treatment can do for you, schedule an appointment at Old Town Med Spa. Contact us today to set up your consultation.
