Cryosculpting with EMS
If you are looking for a treatment that can comprehensively sculpt your body, Cryosculpting may be a good option. It combines multiple technologies to address both excess fat and weak muscle tone in the same session. By targeting both at once, we can help make treated areas appear leaner and more defined. At Trouvaille Med Spa in Bourbonnais we offer Cryosculpting with EMS, a cutting-edge technology for patients who want a non-invasive way to refine their shape.
What Is It?
We offer a non-invasive treatment that combines cryotherapy with electrical muscle stimulation (EMS). It addresses fat and muscle in a single session using two complementary technologies. You will remain fully awake during the treatment, and there is no need for surgery or recovery time. Cryosculpting with EMS helps refine your shape without the hassle and discomfort of surgical recovery.
How It Works
Cryotherapy
During the cryotherapy portion of the treatment, we cool the skin targeting underlying fat cells. The cold disrupts these cells and your body then gradually clears through the lymphatic system. Cryotherapy is a non-invasive fat removal treatment, so you will not need downtime or surgical intervention to see a change in the treated area.
EMS
We combine cryotherapy with EMS, which uses electrical pulses to stimulate muscle contractions. These pulses mimic the way your brain signals muscles to move, creating deep contractions without physical effort. The muscle contractions produced during treatment are more frequent and more intense than what you can typically generate through exercise alone. This is the best treatment to tone muscles without gym workouts and is perfect for patients who want to improve definition in specific, hard-to-exercise areas. EMS also helps re-engage muscles that may be underused or weak.
Treatment Areas
- Abdomen: The abdominal area tends to hold on to fat due to hormones, diet, and stress-related cortisol. It can be difficult to reduce through exercise alone, especially when muscle tone is lacking.
- Flanks: Flanks, or “love handles,” often respond slowly to weight loss because of how the body stores fat around the waist. Cryosculpting with EMS allows us to target these areas directly with both fat disruption and muscle activation.
- Thighs: Thigh fat may be stubborn due to genetics and circulation differences. It can be hard to build and maintain muscle tone here without frequent training.
- Buttocks: The gluteal muscles can weaken over time with sedentary habits, poor posture, and other factors, and fat distribution in this area can be uneven. EMS activates and strengthens the muscles while cryotherapy addresses surface volume.
- Upper Arms: Fat accumulation in the upper arms often becomes more noticeable with age, and building visible tone in this area usually requires consistent effort. Our device offers a non-surgical body contouring option to help firm and slim the area.
- Back: The back can carry fat that is hard to reduce through standard workouts, especially near the bra line or lower back. EMS can help stimulate underused postural muscles while cryotherapy focuses on unwanted bulk.
What Are the Benefits of Cryosculpting with EMS?
Non-Invasive and No Downtime
There are no needles, incisions, or anesthesia. You can return to your normal activities after your session. You will feel comfortable during your treatment and there is no recovery period.
Dual Action
Cryosculpting with EMS works on both fat and muscle in one visit, this sets it apart from treatments that focus on just one layer. You can address two concerns in the same session without scheduling separate appointments. Treating both components can also lead to more balanced results in the way the area looks and feels.
Quick Treatments
Each session fits easily into your day without requiring long blocks of time. The setup is simple, and patients remain awake and comfortable throughout the process. You can resume your day shortly after we finish without needing to plan around recovery.
Suitable for Many Individuals Close to Their Goal Weight
The treatment works best for patients who are not looking for major fat loss but want to refine specific areas. If you are close to your goal weight and struggling with pockets of fat or lack of tone, this treatment can help target those areas directly. The treatment is not a substitute for weight loss but can complement the progress you have already made.
Supports Post-Weight Loss Reshaping
After weight loss, some areas may still carry volume or appear soft due to muscle loss. Cryosculpting with EMS can support reshaping by tightening and stimulating muscles while also addressing stubborn fat. You can use it as a finishing step to fine-tune your results after major weight changes.
What to Expect During Your Treatment
You will remain fully awake throughout your session, resting comfortably in a private treatment room. We begin by placing an applicator on the treatment area, first we heat the area. We reduce the temperature causing a cold sensation that gradually becomes numb. We apply EMS to stimulate deep muscle contractions, which may feel like rhythmic tensing and releasing. Each treatment session typically lasts under an hour, depending on the size and number of areas being addressed.
Who is an Ideal Candidate?
Patients who have localized fat deposits, untoned muscles, and mild skin laxity in areas that do not respond well to diet and exercise. It may not be right for patients who have significant weight to lose, have cold-related conditions, have implanted electronic devices, or are pregnant.
Recovery and Aftercare
You will not need downtime after your session and can return to your normal routine right away. Some patients notice mild redness, tingling, or muscle soreness in the treated area which typically resolves on its own within a day or two. We recommend staying well hydrated and engaging in light to moderate activity such as walking, to support circulation and lymphatic activity.
What to Know Before Your Appointment
You Should Avoid Applying Oils or Lotions
We recommend arriving with clean, dry skin in the area you plan to treat. Oils, lotions, or creams can interfere with the contact between the applicators and your skin. Avoid using any topical products on the day of your appointment, especially anything thick or heavily fragranced.
Wear Comfortable Clothing for Your Appointment
Choose loose, easy-to-move-in clothing that allows access to the treatment area. You may need to adjust or remove garments depending on where we are treating, so comfort and flexibility are important. Most patients find that athleisure or soft fabrics work well for this type of appointment.
Hydrate Before and After Your Treatment
Drink water before your session and continue to hydrate after treatment to support circulation and lymphatic drainage. Staying well hydrated can help your body process the disrupted fat cells more efficiently. We also recommend avoiding alcohol and excessive caffeine around your appointment time.
Avoid Recent Sunburn or Irritation in the Treatment Area
Skin that is red, inflamed, or sunburned may be more sensitive to cryotherapy and EMS. If you have recently spent time in the sun, allow the area to heal before scheduling your session. Let us know if you have any active skin irritations so we can adjust the timing of your treatment.
FAQs About Glypto
How Is Glypto Different From CoolSculpting® or EMSCULPT®?
Glypto combines two technologies into one session, which sets it apart from treatments like CoolSculpting and EMSCULPT that work on separate concerns. CoolSculpting uses cryolipolysis to freeze and reduce fat in an isolated area but does not affect muscle tone. EMSCULPT focuses solely on muscle stimulation to tone the area without directly addressing underlying fat. Glypto gives you the benefit of both approaches in a single treatment, so you can work on definition and volume at the same time. It is a convenient option if you want to improve more than one aspect of your shape without splitting sessions between different treatments.
How Soon Will I See Results?
Results do not appear instantly, since your body needs time to process the changes. You may start noticing mild improvements within a few weeks, especially in muscle tone. The results of this treatment build on themselves, so you will see more visible changes after completing a series of sessions. The fat reduction continues gradually as your body clears out the disrupted cells.
How Can I Maintain My Results?
Maintenance will vary depending on your situation. Glypto cryosculpting can give you a strong starting point by improving tone and reducing fat, which may motivate you to stay more consistent with exercise. Some patients maintain their results by staying active or working out at the gym, while others prefer to schedule occasional Glypto sessions for continued support. Both approaches can help extend the benefits of treatment.
Does the Treatment Hurt?
The sensations during Glypto are well tolerated. You may feel cold as the cryotherapy starts, but most people find that sensation fades as the area becomes numb. Once we start the EMS portion, you will feel deep muscle contractions that mimic a strong workout. It can feel strange at first, but it is not painful. Some patients describe a light soreness after the session, similar to what you might feel after doing core or glute exercises.
Should I Combine Glypto Treatments With Diet and Exercise?
Glypto works best when it supports a healthy lifestyle rather than replaces it. If you already eat well and stay active but still have stubborn areas that do not respond, this treatment can help move your progress along. Regular movement helps support circulation and muscle recovery, which can enhance your results. You do not need to overhaul your routine, but staying consistent with healthy habits can make each session more effective.
How Many Sessions Should I Schedule?
Most patients benefit from a series of treatments, spaced out over several weeks. The number of sessions depends on your goals, how your body responds, and which areas you want to treat. We typically start with a plan of several appointments and adjust as needed based on your progress. Once you reach your desired outcome, occasional maintenance sessions can help preserve your results over time.
Is There an Ideal Time of the Year for My Treatment?
Glypto does not involve peeling, sun sensitivity, or visible healing, so you can start any time of year. Starting in the fall or winter can give you time to complete a full series before warm weather returns. You can also schedule sessions based on travel plans, events, or other personal timelines since there is no downtime to work around.
Meet Your Provider
At Trouvaille Med Spa in Bourbonnais, we offer Glypto as part of a full range of body and skin treatments. You will work with medical, nursing, and aesthetic professionals who stay current with research and training to deliver safe and effective care. We use FDA-approved technologies and focus on methods that support real, measurable outcomes. Whether you visit us for body sculpting or skin renewal, we provide a professional setting where you can feel confident in the care you receive.
Learn More About Glypto Services in Bourbonnais, IL
At Trouvaille Med Spa in Bourbonnais, we use Glypto treatments to address both fat and muscle in one session. The treatment can help improve tone in areas that resist workouts and offers a non-invasive option for patients searching for how to tighten loose skin without surgery. Sessions are efficient, require no downtime, and fit well into an ongoing wellness routine. To schedule your appointment or ask questions, call (815) 680-5757 or contact us using the online form.