What is BodyFX?
BodyFX is a non-invasive body contouring treatment developed by InMode that uses three clinically proven mechanisms simultaneously to reduce localized fat deposits, improve skin laxity, and enhance overall body contour. It is backed by peer-reviewed clinical evidence demonstrating 30 percent fat cell apoptosis and 13.7 percent new collagen synthesis in human subjects, making it one of the most rigorously validated non-surgical body contouring treatments available.
BodyFX is not a weight loss treatment. It is specifically designed to address stubborn pockets of localized fat that persist despite a healthy diet and regular exercise, while simultaneously improving the firmness and texture of the overlying skin.
How Does BodyFX Work?
BodyFX combines three distinct mechanisms in a single handpiece, each targeting a different aspect of body contouring.
Radiofrequency Energy: The device delivers radiofrequency energy in high-precision pulses at close to one million cycles per second, generating controlled and uniform heating in the deeper layers of the skin and underlying fat tissue. This heat causes the contraction of existing collagen fibres for an immediate tightening effect, and initiates a longer-term wound healing response that drives the formation of new collagen and elastin in the weeks following treatment. The thermal effect also disrupts fat cell membranes, contributing to their permanent elimination.
Negative Pressure Vacuum: A built-in vacuum mechanism draws the skin and underlying tissue into the handpiece, ensuring the radiofrequency energy reaches the deeper fat deposits at maximum therapeutic depth. This controlled suction also improves local circulation and enhances the uniformity of energy delivery across the treatment area, reducing the risk of uneven results. Most patients describe the sensation during this step as a warm, gentle pulling feeling.
Electroporation (High Voltage Pulse): High voltage pulses are delivered alongside the radiofrequency energy to permanently damage the membranes of the targeted fat cells, triggering a process known as apoptosis, or programmed cell death. Once destroyed through this mechanism, the fat cells are naturally processed and cleared by the body over the weeks following treatment. These cells do not regenerate, making the fat reduction produced by BodyFX permanent, provided a stable weight is maintained afterward.
Real-time thermal monitoring throughout each session ensures the skin's temperature remains within the clinically established therapeutic range, keeping the treatment both safe and consistently effective.
What Areas Can BodyFX Treat?
BodyFX can be applied to most areas of the body where stubborn fat or skin laxity is a concern. The most commonly treated areas include:
- Abdomen and midsection
- Flanks and love handles
- Inner and outer thighs
- Buttocks
- Upper arms
- Back and bra line area
Preparing for Your BodyFX Treatment
Very little preparation is required before a BodyFX session. Stay well hydrated in the days leading up to your appointment and avoid excessive sun exposure to the treatment areas. On the day of your session, wear comfortable, loose clothing that provides easy access to the areas being treated. Our team will walk you through any additional preparation guidance at your consultation.
Recovery and Aftercare
There is no downtime associated with BodyFX. Patients can resume their normal daily activities immediately after their session. Some patients may notice mild redness or warmth in the treated areas for a short period following treatment, both of which resolve quickly.
