Everything You Need to Know About CoolTone®

Discover the benefits of the FDA-cleared, noninvasive procedure.

Want to firm, tone, and strengthen muscles without surgery? With CoolTone® treatments, you can. The procedure is FDA-cleared for three areas of the body and requires little to no downtime. Here, learn more about the treatment and what to expect before embarking on your own CoolTone® journey.

Laura Dyer, PA-C, has been practicing clinical and cosmetic dermatology since 2005 and is a board-certified physician assistant specializing in aesthetic and clinical skincare.

How Does CoolTone® Work?

The FDA-cleared, noninvasive treatment uses Active Magnetic Pulse™ (AMP™) technology that was developed by muscle science experts and informed by leading athletic performances to trigger powerful muscle contractions that the body could not otherwise do on its own. These involuntary contractions strengthen the muscle fibers in the treated areas, leading to a stronger, firmer, and more toned appearance.

What Areas Does CoolTone® Treat?

CoolTone® is FDA-cleared for three areas of the body: the abdomen, glutes, and thighs. It can be used for the improvement of abdominal tone, strengthening of the abdominal muscles, and development for firmer abdomen as well as strengthening, toning, and firming of buttocks and thighs. “A good candidate for CoolTone® is someone at or around their ideal weight looking to strengthen, tone, and firm the muscles of the abdomen, buttocks, or thighs,” Dyer says.

How Long Does the Treatment Take?

Your provider will develop a customized plan to help you reach your desired goal, but treatments typically take approximately 30 minutes per area. For most patients, four treatments are recommended over the course of two weeks to achieve body contouring results. Muscles may atrophy or lose some of their strength and tone over time if they are not maintained through your usual exercise routine and diet, so you may wish to return in a few months if your provider recommends maintenance treatments.

What Does the Treatment Feel Like?

According to Dyer, the CoolTone® treatment feels like a series of strong, involuntary muscle contractions combined with active recovery moments and cooldown. Intensity levels range from 1 to 100%, depending on patient tolerance, so your practitioner can adjust the intensity of the magnetic muscle stimulation as needed.

Are There Any Side Effects?

Common side effects may include muscular pain, temporary muscle spasm, temporary joint or tendon pain, and redness at or near the treatment site. “Afterwards most patients feel the same type of muscle soreness they’d get after an intense workout,” Dyer says. “Most clients are able to return to their daily routine immediately after the procedure.” Any side effects generally resolve within days or weeks.

When Will I See Results?

After a series of CoolTone® treatments, Dyer says patients can expect the targeted area that was treated to feel stronger and appear to be more defined and toned. “Results can often be seen as soon as two weeks after the treatment, but it can take several months for the muscles to reach their ultimate shape,” she explains. “Just like going to the gym, maintenance is recommended.”

How Do I Get Started?

You can take the first step in achieving your body contouring goals by finding a provider in your area and booking a consultation. Visit CoolTone.com to learn more and see photos of real before and after transformations.

CoolTone® Uses

The CoolTone® device is FDA-cleared for improvement of abdominal tone, strengthening of the abdominal muscles, and development for firmer abdomen. CoolTone® is also FDA-cleared for strengthening, toning, and firming of buttocks and thighs.

CoolTone® Important Safety Information

The CoolTone® procedure is not for everyone. You should not have the CoolTone® treatment in areas with metal, electrical, or electronic implants/devices like cardiac pacemakers, implanted hearing devices, implanted defibrillators, implanted neurostimulators, drug pumps, or hearing aids.

Tell your doctor if you have any medical conditions as CoolTone® should not be used over a menstruating uterus, over areas of the skin that lack normal sensation, in patients with fever, malignant tumor, hemorrhagic conditions, epilepsy, recent surgical procedure, pulmonary insufficiency, or pregnancy.

CoolTone® should be used with caution in patients with Graves' disease (an autoimmune disorder that causes overactive thyroid), active bleeding disorders, or seizure disorders.

Women who are close to menstruation may find that it comes sooner, or cramping is increased or intensified with CoolTone® treatments, therefore, it is recommended to not undergo treatment during this time of the month.

CoolTone® should not be used in the heart or head areas, areas of new bone growth, over the carotid sinus nerves, or over the neck or mouth. CoolTone® should not be applied over swollen, infected, inflamed areas or skin eruptions. Caution should be used for patients with suspected or diagnosed heart problems.

Common side effects may include, but may not be limited to, muscular pain, temporary muscle spasm, temporary joint or tendon pain, and redness at or near the treatment site.

Ask your Healthcare Provider if CoolTone® is right for you.

Please see full Important Safety Information for additional information at coolsculpting.com/cooltone.

Patient Results May Vary.

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