CoolSculpting®: 6 Ways to Kill Boredom During Your Treatment

For patients who are going in for a non-invasive fat reduction treatment, their biggest concerns might be how they can prepare before and what the fat freezing process actually feels like. CoolSculpting^®, explains the Tucson area’s Ironwood Dermatology, isn’t typically painful, and patients usually feel nothing more than a cold or numbing sensation in the treatment area. You’ll be awake throughout the session, unlike surgical procedures, which typically require general anesthesia. If anything, the biggest drawback to CoolSculpting^® for most people is feeling bored while you’re waiting for the simple, half-hour-to-hour-long session to finish.

 

Keep reading for some simple ideas on how to stay entertained during your session. In preparation for the treatment, you might want to put aside a small bag with some of the items you’ll need to keep your attention.

 

1. Take a Nap

 

Instead of worrying about wasting time and not being productive, why not take the opportunity to unwind? Many people feel relaxed enough to get some shuteye while they’re waiting to have their fat frozen. It’s a win-win situation: It will feel like the hour passes by instantly, and you’ll wake up more refreshed. More than half of adults globally don’t get enough sleep, according to statistics, but napping can boost your immune system, memory, and daytime alertness. 

 

2. Catch Up on Reading 

 

If (like many people) you have the “bad habit” of starting too many books at once without finishing them, or feel too scared to pick up that long, new novel you’ve been wanting to try out, CoolSculpting^® can be the perfect opportunity to finally catch up on a substantial book. Why not branch out into a new book genre for a change? Reading every day has plenty of benefits, including keeping your brain active, reducing stress, and expanding your knowledge and vocabulary. Flipping through some glossy magazines can also be an enjoyable way to pass the time.  

 

3. Write in a Journal 

 

Jotting down some notes in a journal is a great way to make outlines for future blog posts, simply recall a recent trip or event to relay to others, spark your creativity, or reassess your goals. It also helps with stress, depression, and anxiety. 

 

4. Get Some Work Done 

 

If you can’t afford to take time off and have a lot on your plate, CoolSculpting^® represents a great window for getting some work done while you’re away from work. You can browse the internet on your phone, laptop, or tablet, check your emails, make notes, and get any other work you need done at the same time. You can also take a moment to wrap up some other practical activities that you’ve been putting off, like writing letters or balancing your checkbook. 

 

5. Watch Movies or TV Shows

 

CoolSculpting^® creates a perfect environment for binge-watching your favorite TV shows and movies or trying out any of the ones you haven’t had time to check out before, such as older shows that are no longer being aired. Just remember to charge up your devices and download anything you want to watch beforehand or purchase it from a streaming service so you won’t miss out on anything. 

 

6. Listen to a Podcast, Audiobook, or Your Favorite Music

 

When you’ve got nothing better to do, it can be fun to finally listen to some classic albums on your iPod, stream music on your phone, or get through some audiobooks or podcasts. Whether you preferred to be entertained by more light-hearted, comedic podcasts or learn something you didn’t know before without having to go online, there’s something for everyone. If you’re looking for some good music, there are lots of recommendation lists for cult albums to check out.

 

Want to find out more about how fat freezing can tone up isolated problem areas on the flanks, stomach, below the chin, and elsewhere? Talk to the Ironwood Dermatology team about CoolSculpting^® in the Tucson area to get a better idea about what’s involved. Call 520.618.1630, or submit a contact form to request a consultation.