What are the Best Ways to Reduce Arm Fat?

While getting rid of fat from any part of the body is challenging, upper arm fat can be especially stubborn. Even overall weight loss may not budge this resistant fat. Fortunately, you have several options for reducing arm fat and achieving slimmer, more sculpted arms you want the world to see. 

What are the Best Ways to Reduce Arm Fat?

Your best option for reducing arm fat may include surgical or non-surgical methods, depending on how much fat you want to eliminate and other factors. 

CoolSculpting® Elite

This non-surgical body sculpting treatment freezes and breaks down fat cells on the upper arms without harming the surrounding tissues. Over time, your body filters away these damaged cells, leaving your arms slimmer. CoolSculpting® Elite requires no incisions and usually takes an hour or less. 

Liposuction

Liposuction removes fat using a thin, flexible tool called a cannula. Your surgeon inserts the cannula through a small incision and then uses it to break up and suction away the fat in the area. Liposuction can generallymay be able to remove more fat than CoolSculpting®, and allows for true, custom body sculpting, but only a consultation can determine which is right for you. 

Renuvion and BodyTite

We are proud to offer both leading tools for the internal tightening of loose or lax tissues. Both Renuvion and BodyTite are performed with liposuction to provide skin-tightening benefits and improve results. One of these treatments may be recommended if you have loose skin or a lack of elasticity. Renuvion uses helium plasma to provide heat-generated tightening, while BodyTite uses radiofrequency energy alone for heating and to break down fat and tighten the skin when used alone or with liposuction. 

Morpheus8

Radiofrequency microneedling with Morpheus8 can be used to tighten loose arm skin and achieve a firmer, tighter appearance. This option may be ideal for those not interested in a surgical procedure. 

What is Recovery Like After Arm Fat Reduction?

Recovery after your arm fat reduction depends on the type of treatment. CoolSculpting® does not require any downtime, but results can take several months to appear. Liposuction results are visible immediately, but you can expect some bruising, swelling, and soreness. Most people return to work within a few days and their regular routine within a week. 

Am I a Good Candidate for Arm Fat Reduction?

Almost all healthy adults can benefit from some form of arm fat reduction. Our range of treatment options means that you are most likely a good candidate as long as you have reasonable expectations. We recommend a consultation so we can discuss your goals and help you decide on the best treatment method for you. 

Take the Next Step

If you want to learn more about reducing arm fat, reach out today to schedule your consultation, or call us today at (212) 249-9955.