What is body contouring at Catara Med Spa in Algonquin, IL?

Body contouring at Catara Med Spa in Algonquin, IL is a non-surgical treatment that reshapes the body without incisions. We use Emsculpt NEO, which combines radiofrequency energy and high intensity electromagnetic energy in one session to reduce fat and build muscle tone in areas such as the abdomen, glutes, and thighs.

What does a body contouring session feel like?

Comfortable applicators are placed on the treatment zone, and you feel deep muscle contractions and gentle warmth. Many clients describe it as a heated workout, minus the sweat. Each session takes about 30 minutes.

How many body contouring sessions will I need?

For most clients we recommend a personalized series of 4 to 6 sessions, spaced a few days to a week apart, depending on your starting point and your goals. Your provider builds a plan around the areas you want to address at your consultation.

Is there downtime after body contouring?

Most clients return to work, the gym, or their normal routine the same day as a session. Because each treatment triggers strong muscle contractions, the treated muscles can feel worked afterward, similar to a workout.

Can I combine body contouring with other treatments at Catara Med Spa?

Yes. Body contouring pairs well with other services such as skin tightening or a facial like HydraFacial for a more complete approach. Your provider can recommend the right combination for your goals at your consultation.

Who performs body contouring at Catara Med Spa in Algonquin, IL?

Body contouring at Catara Med Spa in Algonquin, IL is performed by our trained team. Every treatment starts with a consultation so we can build a plan around your goals.

Which areas can I book Emsculpt NEO for at Catara Med Spa?

Catara books Emsculpt NEO for seven areas: the abdomen, glutes, inner thighs, outer thighs, hamstrings, calves, and arms. Each area is booked as its own appointment, so you can focus on one area or combine several across a series. If the glutes are your focus, our Emsculpt NEO Glutes page goes into that area in depth. Your provider confirms which areas fit your goals at your consultation.

Non-Surgical Body Sculpting

Body Contouring in Algonquin, IL | Non-Surgical Fat Reduction and Muscle Toning

Body contouring at Catara Med Spa in Algonquin uses Emsculpt NEO to reduce stubborn fat and build muscle in a single non-surgical treatment. Each 30 minute session combines radiofrequency heating with high intensity muscle contractions to help sculpt and tone seven bookable areas: the abdomen, glutes, inner thighs, outer thighs, hamstrings, calves, and arms.

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Treatment Time

30 min

DownTime

minimal

RESULTS TIMELINE

Gradual: many clients feel tighter, stronger muscles after the first session, with visible definition building over the weeks of a 4 to 6 treatment series

Result Last

Long lasting with maintenance: a healthy, active lifestyle helps preserve your results over time; results may vary

BEST FOR

Muscle tone and shape across the seven areas Catara treats: the abdomen, glutes, inner thighs, outer thighs, hamstrings, calves, and arms; stubborn fat in the areas your provider confirms at your consultation; postpartum body sculpting; fitness plateaus

What Emsculpt NEO Body Contouring Is and How It Works

Emsculpt NEO is a non-surgical body contouring system that pairs radiofrequency heat with high intensity electromagnetic energy. In a single session it works to reduce fat and to stimulate muscle contractions, about 20,000 per treatment, that help build tone.
The Seven Areas We Treat

Comfortable applicators are placed on the treatment zone, and Catara books Emsculpt NEO by area. Seven are active: the abdomen, glutes, inner thighs, outer thighs, hamstrings, calves, and arms. Each area is its own appointment, so a plan can stay on one area or combine several.
What Happens at Your Appointment

You start with a complimentary consultation to review your goals and confirm the plan that fits you. During a session, comfortable applicators deliver deep muscle contractions and gentle warmth, with no incisions and no anesthesia.
When Results Appear and How Long They Last

Many clients feel tighter, stronger muscles after the first session, with visible definition building over the weeks of a 4 to 6 treatment series. A healthy, active lifestyle helps preserve your results. Results may vary.
Body Contouring vs Surgery

Emsculpt NEO contours the body without surgery, so there are no incisions and no surgical recovery period. Many clients pair it with skin tightening or a facial like HydraFacial for a more complete plan.

About This Treatment

Emsculpt NEO body contouring is a non-surgical option we suggest for stubborn fat and low muscle tone in areas like the abdomen, glutes, and thighs. Sessions run about 30 minutes, and most clients treat in a short series spaced a few days to a week apart.

Treatment Pricing

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Who Body Contouring in Algonquin, IL is For

Good Candidates? Is This Right for You?

Concerns Body Contouring Addresses

Stubborn fat that does not respond to diet or exercise, along with soft or low muscle tone in areas like the midsection. Even people who live a healthy lifestyle and are at a stable weight can carry pockets of fat and struggle to build tone in specific areas. Body contouring is also a common choice after pregnancy and for those who have reached a fitness plateau.

Who Is a Good Candidate?

Women and men who are bothered by stubborn fat or want more muscle definition, and who prefer a non-surgical option, are typically good candidates. Treatment is generally suited to clients with a BMI up to 35. A consultation with our team determines whether Emsculpt NEO fits your body and your goals; if a different treatment would serve you better, we will say so.

Safety Notes

Body contouring at Catara is non-invasive and is performed by our trained team. During a session you feel deep muscle contractions and gentle warmth. Please remove jewelry and any metal before your session, and tell your provider about your health history at your consultation so we can confirm the treatment is right for you. Results may vary.

Contraindications & Risks / Side Effects

Contraindications

Cardiac pacemakers, implanted defibrillators, neurostimulators, or any other implanted electronic device: Emsculpt NEO is not performed.

Metal implants in or near the treatment area, including joint replacements, plates, screws, rods, or an intrauterine device containing metal: tell your provider before scheduling.

Drug pumps or other implanted drug delivery devices: tell your provider before scheduling.

Pregnancy or breastfeeding: treatment is deferred.

A malignant tumor, or a history of cancer in or near the treatment area: notify your provider so your suitability can be evaluated.

A bleeding or hemorrhagic condition, or anticoagulant therapy: notify your provider, and never change a prescribed medication unless your prescribing clinician says it is safe.

Fever, an active infection, or a rash, skin condition, or open wound in the treatment area: reschedule until it has resolved.

Epilepsy or a seizure disorder: tell your provider before scheduling.

Reduced sensation or reduced heat sensitivity over the treatment area, including from a condition such as diabetic neuropathy: tell your provider, because the treatment applies radiofrequency heat.

A hernia or recent surgery in the treatment area: confirm timing and suitability with your provider.

Risks / Side Effects

A workout-like sensation is expected: each session triggers strong muscle contractions, so the treated muscles can feel worked or fatigued afterward.

Temporary muscle spasm or cramping in the treated area during or shortly after a session can occur.

Mild redness or warmth of the skin over the treated area can occur and usually settles quickly.

Temporary joint or tendon discomfort near the treated area can occur.

Because the treatment applies radiofrequency heat as well as muscle stimulation, tell your provider right away if you feel burning, sharp pain, or anything beyond warmth and the contraction sensation during a session.

Contact us if soreness lasts more than a few days or if you notice blistering, a burn, or any lasting skin change over the treated area.

What To Expect

Pre & Post Treatment Care

Pre-Care Instructions

Remove jewelry and any metal before your session.

Stay hydrated before your appointment to support lymphatic drainage.

Follow a healthy lifestyle and nutrition routine leading up to your treatment.

Post-Care Instructions

Drink plenty of water and eat a protein rich meal after your session.

Resume your regular workouts to help tone faster.

Maintain consistent physical activity to support long term results.

What Emsculpt NEO Body Contouring Is and How It Works

Body contouring at Catara Med Spa in Algonquin is a non-surgical, non-invasive treatment that reshapes the body without needles or an operation. We use Emsculpt NEO, a system that pairs radiofrequency heat with high intensity electromagnetic energy in the same session.

The radiofrequency energy works to reduce fat in the treatment zone, while the electromagnetic energy triggers strong muscle contractions, about 20,000 per session, that the muscle cannot achieve through voluntary exercise alone. Together, this dual approach is designed to reduce fat and build muscle tone at the same time.
The Seven Treatment Areas at Catara

Emsculpt NEO is delivered through comfortable applicators placed on the treatment zone, and Catara books seven of those areas: the abdomen, the glutes, the inner thighs, the outer thighs, the hamstrings, the calves, and the arms. Each area is booked as its own appointment, so a plan can concentrate on a single area or work through several. If the glutes are your focus, our Emsculpt NEO Glutes page covers that one area in depth.

Body contouring is delivered as a series rather than a single visit. Each session takes about 30 minutes, and most plans involve a personalized series of 4 to 6 treatments spaced a few days to a week apart, tailored to your goals and the areas you want to address.
What to Expect at Your Appointment

Consultations at Catara are where we truly get to know you. Your provider assesses your body shape goals and determines whether Emsculpt NEO or another non-invasive option is the right fit. You will have our full attention and be treated as a respected and valued guest at our office.

At your treatment visit, comfortable applicators are secured over the treatment zone. You feel deep muscle contractions and gentle warmth during the session, which takes about 30 minutes, with no incisions and no anesthesia. Before you leave, we review how to care for the area and welcome you to schedule the next sessions in your series.
When Results Appear and How Long They Last

Body contouring results build gradually. Many clients report feeling tighter, stronger core muscles after just one session, and visible definition tends to develop over the weeks of the treatment series as fat is reduced and muscle tone improves. We assess your response at each visit and tailor the remaining sessions to your goals.

To support and preserve your results, we recommend maintaining a healthy, active lifestyle after your series. Consistent activity and good nutrition help keep the shape you have worked toward over time. Results may vary from person to person.
Body Contouring vs Surgical Alternatives, and What It Pairs With

Emsculpt NEO is a non-surgical approach to reshaping the body. Contouring happens through a series of in-office sessions rather than an operation, so there are no incisions and no surgical recovery period, and you return to your routine between visits.

Body contouring also works alongside other treatments. Many clients combine it with skin tightening, or with a facial such as HydraFacial, as part of a broader plan. Your provider will recommend the right combination for your goals at your consultation.