Firming up those flabby arms

I don’t have a weight problem, but my upper arms are big and very flabby, even though I exercise regularly. Is there any non-invasive solution to making them slimmer?

Flabby arms are caused by a lack of firmness in the skin as well as fat and cellulite. This stubborn trouble spot is typically the last to let go of its fat reserve, and a lot of people who have slimmed down find it hard to get their arms to firm up.
Exercise does help tone up the muscles, but unfortunately, not much can be done to restore the skin’s elasticity naturally.
To get rid of flabby arms, two things need to be done. The excess fat needs to be removed, and the skin needs to be tightened.
Duo Slim Max, one of the latest technologies, is the newest FDA-approved non-invasive procedure for body contouring, cellulite reduction, and skin tightening. The technology uses two types of energy – adiofrequency and ultrasound – to heat the deepest layers of the skin, allowing for a dual function of circumferential reduction of fatty adiposities and tightening of the skin.
The heat causes the adipocytes, also known as lipocytes or fat cells, to increase their metabolic rate and release fatty acids from the cells. Duo Slim Max does not remove fat cells from the body, but rather, the energy ramps up the metabolism, causing the adipocytes to release stored lipids. Additionally, the collagen network surrounding the adipocytes contracts as well, resulting in skin tightening.
Duo Slim Max uses safe and sophisticated thermal energy while its exclusive Energy Flow Control (ECF) system ensures safety, comfort and results. During the treatment, you will only feel a comfortable deep heating sensation.
What makes this method so popular, apart from its effectiveness, is that there is no downtime and there are no restrictions on activity afterwards. You can have an ordinary day after your treatment, and it is a painless procedure.
While many patients notice visible results after the first treatment, typically four to six treatment sessions within the same number of weeks are recommended for best results. Body contouring sessions are scheduled every 10 to 14 days and each treatment should only take 30 to40 minutes of your time, so this solution can easily fit into your lunch break or a quick stop after work.
No RF technology can compare to surgery, or at least, not yet, so discuss with your doctor to make sure that your goal is realistic. It is also more suitable for people who have specific, small areas of concern, such as the arms, rather than those who want to lose weight or remove fat all over the body.
Those with certain health conditions, such as large amounts of metal in the region, should consult the doctor prior to the treatment. However, there have been no significant side effects reported with Duo Slim Max treatment so far, making this one of the safest choices for body contouring to date.

Thanisorn Thamlikitkul MD is a member of the American Society of Cosmetic Dermatology and Aesthetic Surgery and certified in dermatological laser surgery. Send your questions for her to |[email protected]