ProLipo is a minimally invasive plastic surgery that is used to get rid of adipose tissues from the body. Even though the surgery is minimally invasive, it still involves local anesthesia and bears a few risks. There are a few noninvasive alternatives that may be selected instead of ProLipo. These alternatives are less painful and risky, and include massage therapy, Lipodissolve, Thermage, Mesotherapy or an efficient exercise program.
Massage Therapy
Massage therapy is the easiest and most available slimming procedure. There are several massage techniques that may disrupt fat cells and have a slimming effect. Massage therapy should be applied in several sessions to be effective, and results may only be visible after several months of treatment. The advantages of massage include the price and the fact that it doesn't involve surgery.
Lipodissolve
Lipodissolve is a noninvasive procedure that can contour the body and reduce fat tissues from problem areas. Lipodissolve is administered as an injection treatment; the injections contain a diluted solution of enzymes that will attack the fat tissues and dissolve them. The body will then eliminate the melted fat. Lipodissolve is administered in one or more injections, depending on how the patient reacts to the treatment.
In comparison with ProLipo, Lipodissolve will have no immediate effects. The effects of Lipodissolve will only be visible after four to six weeks. The metabolism of the patient is important, as it will decide whether the fat is eliminated slower or at a faster rate. Lipodissolve causes no redness or swelling as ProLipo does. Lipodissolve is also effective in reducing cellulite.
Thermage
Thermage is a non-surgical laser treatment that will be applied on the skin in the areas that require fat removal. The lasers will liquefy the fat, which will be gradually eliminated. Thermage has similar effects to ProLipo, as it will reduce fat tissues and will have a tightening effect. Thermage may cause swelling and redness, but these should go away in less than five days.
Mesotherapy
Mesotherapy is a treatment that is similar to Lipodissolve in the way that it is administered through injections. The injections contain amino acids, medication and other natural ingredients that will disrupt fat and may also reduce cellulite. Mesotherapy will take several weeks or even months to show visible results. One injection is enough to be effective, and this procedure involves no pain.
Exercise Plan
Even stubborn deposits of fat may be reduced with a suitable exercise plan. In order for the exercise plan to be effective, the patient will have to focus on the problem areas. The key is to change the exercise routine more often, so as to challenge the body and make it lose fat quickly. A personal trainer can be helpful in achieving fitness goals. It is equally important not to overeat, so that new deposits of fat won't occur.