A healthy body is a beautiful body. That said, maintaining your ideal appearance can be difficult.
You put in the work, you put in the hours, you did it. you lost the weight and finally see the number you’ve been chasing on the scale. But even when you reach your goal weight, you may not see the slim stomach you’ve always wanted when you look in the mirror. But just because you reach your desired number on the scale, doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll eliminate all the unwanted fat in your body.
If you struggle with unwanted pockets of fat or stubborn cellulite, then you may need some outside assistance.
At Mid-Florida Age Management, we offer different treatments to help you feel confident in your appearance—but we want you to feel better, too. So if you want to burn unwanted fat for a slimmer appearance, build core strength to help with mobility, or rebuild lost muscle, read our new blog to learn about our options for body sculpting in Ocala.
What is body sculpting?
While the definition may change slightly depending on who you ask, we’d describe body sculpting as a non-surgical aesthetic treatment designed to change the body’s appearance. A body contouring treatment may tighten skin, tone muscles, or eliminate unwanted pockets of fat.
You can find plenty of treatments that allow you to remove unwanted fat, but many of those require invasive surgery. We don’t believe you should need to suffer to see the aesthetic results you deserve. Body sculpting makes enhancing your body’s appearance simpler than ever.
Body sculpting doesn’t just improve your physical form; it can improve your body’s function too. Many patients use our treatments to rebuild muscle mass and help with mobility and strength.
So how does a body contouring treatment do all of this—simultaneously build muscle and burn fat?
The Power of Emsculpt NEO
The first device we’ll discuss for body sculpting in Ocala is Emsculpt NEO. Emsculpt NEO uses a combination of 2 energies to burn fat and build muscle for enhanced mobility and a more youthful appearance.
The Emsculpt NEO device uses high-intensity focused electromagnetic energy (HIFEM) to stimulate muscle contractions in the same way that an ab workout might. However, Emsculpt NEO creates much more intense contractions at a much higher rate. A single Emsculpt NEO session can provide the equivalent of several thousand crunches, all in just 30 minutes.
Emsculpt NEO also treats the body with radiofrequency (RF) energy. This energy heats and disrupts unwanted fat cells, allowing the body to flush them away. As an added benefit, Emsculpt NEO may also tighten skin.
Is Emsculpt NEO Right for Me?
We offer Emsculpt NEO for body sculpting in Ocala because of its versatility. Most patients who are interested in slimming their silhouette could benefit from this aesthetic treatment. However, you should not undergo treatment with Emsculpt NEO if you:
- Have metal implants near the treatment area
- Have medical implants like a pacemaker
- Are pregnant
- Are breastfeeding
- Are overweight or obese
Emsculpt NEO is for melting away stubborn fat and tightening loose skin, so we recommend this treatment to patients who have already reached their goal weight.
Is Emsculpt NEO a Weight Loss Treatment?
When considering Emsculpt NEO, we explain to our patients that it—and other body contouring treatments like it—is not a weight loss treatment.
While the body contouring treatments do help the body process and eliminate fat cells, we only recommend these treatments for patients looking to slim down after they’ve already achieved their weight loss goals.
Everyone’s bodies are different, so what may work for one patient may not work for another. Some people need to improve their diet and exercise several times a week to see progress, and others maintain a healthy body through a naturally high metabolism.
Losing weight is hard, and losing the extra fat is even more of a challenge. And even if someone does put in the work to achieve their ideal weight, they still may maintain stubborn pockets of fat in areas like the stomach.
Emsculpt NEO can eliminate stubborn fat for a slimmer appearance. But if you still have several pounds to lose, then we can discuss nutrition counseling at Mid-Florida Age Management before trying Emsculpt NEO.
Preparing for Emsculpt NEO
Besides achieving your goal weight, there are some other steps you can take to prepare for Emsculpt NEO body sculpting in Ocala.
Hydrated skin is healthy skin, and healthy skin fosters the best possible results. You should also wear comfortable clothing, as you will be lying on the treatment table throughout the duration of your treatment.
You can drive following this treatment, so you won’t need to worry about arranging any transportation beforehand. Just come to our clinic hydrated, comfortable, and excited for your treatment.
What to Expect From Emsculpt NEO
Before you come in for your Emsculpt NEO session, drink a lot of water. Hydrated skin responds better to the treatment.
A standard Emsculpt NEO treatment session, a simple process, lasts about 30 minutes. Once you check in, our providers escort you back to an exam room and get you seated on a comfortable treatment table.
We will then apply the Emsculpt NEO;s specialized paddles to the treatment area. These paddles will stimulate skin with specialized energies to improve skin quality. The exact length of your treatment may vary slightly depending on your goals and how many areas you want to treat.
After the Emsculpt NEO procedure ends, you can return to your day with minimal amendments to your schedule.
A Painless Process
One advantage of the Emsculpt NEO procedure is that it’s completely painless. You will feel the device as it stimulates the muscles and heats up stubborn fat cells, but it shouldn’t cause irritation or discomfort.
Many patients describe the muscle contractions as a pronounced “tightening” sensation. The RF energy simply warms the treatment area. And because patients just sit back while the provider applies the treatment, many find the whole Emsculpt NEO process very soothing.
We want the self-improvement process at Mid-Florida Age Management to feel as positive as possible. With Emsculpt NEO, you can burn fat and tone muscles with no discomfort.
Recovering After Emsculpt NEO
Following your treatment for body sculpting in Ocala, you won’t need to upend your daily schedule to recover.
We always recommend patients stay hydrated, and hydration makes a big difference in the days immediately before after your Emsculpt NEO session. Drinking enough water means your muscles can rebuild effectively, and it helps your body flush out the dead fat cells. You should also avoid any strenuous exercise, but you can continue low-intensity workouts, like walking. It’s always good to keep the blood flowing after a procedure.
And if you want to enjoy your results for as long as possible, then pay careful attention to your diet. Emsculpt NEO can burn specific pockets of fat, but you shouldn’t try to use it as a weight loss treatment. A healthy diet can support your fat removal results so you can feel confident for longer.
Multiple Treatments, Best Results
Most patients need multiple treatments with Emsculpt NEO to see the most pronounced results. The specific number of treatments can vary based on your treatment goals, but usually, we recommend 4 or more treatments.
You can begin noticing serious results in the few weeks following your last session. These results continue to improve over the 90 days after your last session as the body builds muscle and flushes old fat cells. Many patients enjoy their Emsculpt NEO results for a year. If you want to prolong or enhance your results, then just contact your provider about a maintenance treatment.
Enhanced Tone With Emtone
We also offer Emtone for body sculpting in Ocala. Whereas the Emsculpt NEO device burns unwanted fat and builds muscle, the Emtone effectively reduces the presence of cellulite.
Cellulite is a common condition, especially in women, that results in a dimpled, bumpy skin texture. If you want smoother, more youthful skin, Emtone can provide results. We may also recommend the Emtone treatment to help tighten loose skin.
What Causes Cellulite?
While cellulite may be a common condition, its exact medical cause is unknown. Cellulite’s distinctive physical appearance occurs due to changes beneath the skin. Our bodies have connective fibrous cords that anchor the skin to the muscle.
In between the skin and muscle is a layer of fat. As we gain weight, new fat cells press up against the skin. This forces the skin to separate, or pull away from, these cords, giving cellulite dimples their distinct golf-ball-like appearance. Cellulite does not show in the skin of every overweight person—it varies based on a number of factors, like muscle development, skin texture, and body type.
Even people who are not overweight can develop this common condition. If you want to reduce it, you may need body sculpting in Ocala.
Treatment With Emtone
During your Emtone session, your provider will use a handheld applicator to provide heat and pressure to the treatment area. Each applicator uses radiofrequency and targeted pressure to stimulate lymphatic drainage for improved circulation. Radiofrequency also increases the production of collagen and elastin, important natural proteins.
Collagen helps the body rebuild tissue or skin in the event of an injury, so when we use the Emtone to induce new production, it can rejuvenate the skin in the treatment area.
This means that the Emtone not only tightens skin and tones features, it also reduces the appearance of cellulite. Cellulite stems from rigid skin, so when collagen and elastin improve the skin’s elasticity, the cellulite disappears.
Recovering After Emtone
In the days following your Emtone treatment, we recommend every patient make some adjustments to support their results.
To start, patients should avoid extremely warm environments. This includes hot tubs, bathtubs, and saunas. If you want to clean your skin after your treatment session, also refrain from using any harsh exfoliants, as this can irritate the skin. Instead, use gentle cleansers that won’t negatively affect your skin texture.
You should also softly massage the treatment area as you recover to keep the blood circulating. These simple steps help you get the most out of your treatment for body sculpting in Ocala.
Your Treatment Schedule
As with the Emsculpt NEO procedure, the specifics of your Emtone treatment may change based on your goals and prior condition. On average, patients only need to spend 20 to 30 minutes at each Emtone treatment session, meaning you could even complete a treatment over your lunch break from work.
Most patients need anywhere from 4 to 6 treatments to achieve their desired results, but that number, too, changes based on your skin’s response to the treatment.
One of the best parts of the Emtone treatment is that it can offer permanent results if you maintain a healthy lifestyle following your treatment. So if you want to eliminate cellulite for good, you need this treatment.
Medical Weight Loss
You need to be at or near your goal weight before receiving treatment with Emsculpt NEO, but if you need some assistance dropping those extra pounds, don’t worry.
Our team has the medical weight loss resources you need to see real results before your appointment for body sculpting in Ocala. Everyone’s goals are different. Some people just need help building an exercise routine that motivates them; others, conscientious monitoring and motivation to get the results they want.
At Mid-Florida Age Management, we understand how difficult the weight loss process can be. Holding yourself accountable can be a real challenge, especially considering how easy it is to backslide into bad habits.
After all, going to the gym after a long day of work takes a lot of willpower. Doing nothing is always easier than doing something. But when you build a custom treatment plan with our team, we can examine your everyday habits and determine what you need to finally make progress.
Once we’ve built your custom plan, we have you come back for routine check-ins. These help us decide what’s working and what isn’t and make adjustments as necessary. We’re here to offer support from start to finish until you’re satisfied with your results.
Nutritional Counseling
If you’re interested in working with our medical weight loss experts before you try body sculpting in Ocala, you may also want to consider receiving nutritional counseling from our medical weight loss experts. Learning how to exercise effectively makes a big difference in the weight loss process, but understanding how to build and maintain a healthy, nutritional diet should be your top priority.
Exercising often is a great way to stay in shape and boost your longevity, but as the old adage goes, “you can’t outrun a bad diet.”
Even if you’re exercising every day, you can still gain weight by eating the wrong kinds of food. A nutritional diet and a caloric deficit are a surefire way to see the number you want on the scale.
When you meet with our nutritional experts, we work together to help you build healthier habits. First, we sit down with you and go over any dietary needs or allergies. Then, we discuss your eating habits to better understand your lifestyle.
After we’ve gained a more complete picture of your needs, we can form a custom plan. We may build a personalized diet or prescribe some weight loss medications.
At Mid-Florida Age Management, ure everyone’s plan is specific and different, because everyone’s needs are different.
Body Composition Analysis
In addition to nutrition counseling, we also offer/complete a body composition analysis. Although the counseling is optional, this analysis is not. Old methods of determining your composition, like the Body Mass Index (BMI) are outdated, as they don’t leave room for things like healthy fat and water weight.
Your actual weight is not a complete indicator of your health, but fortunately, our body composition analysis can help us peer beneath the surface.
With the InBody 360 scan, we send a short, painless electrical signal through the body. This allows us to determine the percentages of unhealthy fat, muscle mass, and water weight in your body, so we have a better baseline before designing your plan.
Find Your Perfect Treatment for Body Sculpting
For body contouring in Ocala, Emtone and Emsculpt NEO are both effective options, but if you’ve unsure which option to choose, meet with our team for a consultation.
The consultation kicks off the treatment process at Mid-Florida Age Management, and it’s the most important step in your care.
During your consultation, we sit down with you and discuss your condition. We ask you questions about your medical history, symptoms, and goals for treatment. Depending on your needs, we may also conduct lab tests for a more complete picture of your condition. Once we’ve gathered this information, we can use it to build a perfect treatment plan for your needs.
Learn More About the Mid-Florida Age Management Process
Curious about the ins and outs of our treatment process at Mid-Florida Age Management? Explore our educational blog, which shares information about body sculpting and many of our other wellness and aesthetic treatments.
If you want to learn more about our non-surgical facelifts, pelvic floor therapy treatments, or anything else, our blog can offer you answers. We want you to feel safe and comfortable throughout their treatment journey, and understanding the specifics of your treatment helps make that happen.
Get Started Online
Want to see if body contouring in Ocala is the right choice for you? You can receive personal treatment advice without even setting foot in our clinic using our online treatment planner.
Just answer a few questions, and we’ll send you a custom treatment recommendation based on your responses.
With Emsculpt NEO and Emtone, you can build a stronger, more balanced body. Contact our team and take the first steps toward a better you.
