How long are you numb after CoolSculpting?

Numbness at the site is common, resolving over 1-3 weeks. There typically is minimal recovery time after CoolSculpting. You will be able to return to your normal daily routine immediately after the procedure.

What should you avoid after CoolSculpting?

There's typically minimal recovery time with Coolsculpting, but we recommend you avoid high, direct heat and activities that cause strain or increase your body temperature such as heavy lifting or vigorous exercise 24 hours following your treatment.

How long does nerve pain last after CoolSculpting?

Although symptoms may vary, typically late onset pain occurs 4 days post-treatment, and can last up to 2 weeks. This can be described as nerve zingers, burning, severe itching, bee stings, and is worse at night. A nerve block can be taken. We recommend sleeping in compression garments and over the counter pain killers.

Should I keep massaging after CoolSculpting?

The most important massage is the 2-minute massage immediately following your CoolSculpting treatment. Further massage hasn't been clinically evaluated but could potentially assist your body in dispelling the damaged fat cells or potentially reduce any swelling or bruising associated with your CoolSculpting treatment.

Why am I still numb after CoolSculpting?

This is normal. Tingling is the result of the nerves returning to normal. Studies show there is no risk of long-term nerve damage with CoolSculpting. In the first few weeks after your procedure, you may experience a dulling of sensation or numbness that can last a couple of months.

How long will I be numb after CoolSculpting? ❄️ FAQs about CoolSculpting Side Effects

Does numbness mean CoolSculpting is working?

Numbness over the area treated with CoolSculpting is an expected occurrence that lasts 1-3 weeks. The most likely cause is temporary injury to the nerve endings in the skin. There is no correlation between the amount of numbness and treatment effectiveness.

Can you see CoolSculpting results in 2 weeks?

When Will You See Results from CoolSculpting? Initial results will start to become evident in about 2-3 weeks. Continuous improvement will gradually occur throughout the coming months as dead fat cells are expelled from the body. Final results can be seen several months after your last CoolSculpting® session.

How can I speed up my CoolSculpting results?

Can you overdo CoolSculpting?

It is possible to get too much of a good thing, including Coolsculpting. The thing to remember about fat removal treatments is that you need to have some fat to actually remove. If you have too many sessions, you might lose enough fat that additional treatments won't do much good.

How do you flush fat after CoolSculpting?

Massage the Area Post-Treatment

It helps break down frozen fat and encourages the lymphatic system to flush out the dead fat cells. For best results, continue to massage the treated area a few times a day for several days after a CoolSculpting treatment to promote the body's waste removal process.

Do you pee out fat cells after CoolSculpting?

After CoolSculpting, the body works to eliminate the dead fat cells naturally, the same way it eliminates any other dead cell; through the body's waste removal systems: urine and stools. Following the procedure, the vast majority of patients experience minimal discomfort.

How do I know if CoolSculpting is working?

The Coolsculpting procedure actually freezes unwanted fat cells. Once frozen, the cells die. As the body begins to expel the cells naturally, you can begin seeing the results of the procedure. In most cases, you will see a reduction in fat within three weeks.

Can CoolSculpting damage nerves?

Many patients who undergo CoolSculpting, experience an intense burning-like sensation and can even develop permanent nerve damage. And you usually need five treatment sessions to get the results you're looking for.

Does drinking water help CoolSculpting?

Drinking lots of water during and after the procedure will help your lymphatic system flush away dead fat cells. You may also want to avoid aggressive exercise. Give your body some time to rest for few days after the procedure.

What happens if you don t drink enough water after CoolSculpting?

The fat cells break down after being frozen and must exit the body through bodily functions, such as urine. If you are not consuming a lot of water, it will take longer for the fat cells to be eliminated.

How many weeks after CoolSculpting will I see results?

The results of CoolSculpting do not appear immediately. The process of flushing the frozen fat cells from the body takes a total of between one and three months (sometimes more). You should start to see an initial improvement in the treated area or areas approximately three weeks after your CoolSculpting treatment.

Why am I bigger after CoolSculpting?

Water Retention After CoolSculpting®

One of the first things that many patients experience is bloating or swelling in the treated area, particularly common in the abdominal region. This bloating is the result of water retention and is completely normal.

Why do you not lose weight with CoolSculpting?

Once the fat cells in the targeted area have frozen to death, your body eliminates them as waste. This process can take several weeks, so your weight loss will be gradual. You certainly won't notice a shift on the scale the morning after your session.

How much fat does CoolSculpting remove per session?

Typically, you can expect the removal of 20 to 25% of the fat cells in the targeted area during each CoolSculpting session. That said, the size of the targeted area affects the amount of fat that can be removed from a single session significantly.

Can you see CoolSculpting results in 3 weeks?

Results with CoolSculpting®

Some patients see results in as little as 3 weeks. The most dramatic results will be seen within 2 months of your initial treatment, and you could continue to see results as far in as 4 to 6 months after your treatment.

Will skin tighten after CoolSculpting?

CoolSculpting targets fat, bypassing the healthy skin cells in the treatment area. This is good for many reasons, but means that it's typically not going to lead to any skin tightening or improved elasticity.

Is 1 CoolSculpting session enough?

One session is normally enough for smaller areas, but if you want to treat a larger area or have a little more fat to address, two or three treatments may be necessary. In general, most people achieve their desired results after two sessions. Theoretically, you can schedule several sessions to treat a specific area.

How many cycles of CoolSculpting do you need for stomach?

In most cases, however, patients require two to three treatment sessions per treatment area. You'll likely see an improvement in your treatment area about eight to twelve weeks after your CoolSculpting procedure. The most dramatic results will likely appear in 90 days.

How long are you swollen after CoolSculpting?

Patients should expect some redness and swelling in the treated areas after fat freezing with CoolSculpting, which resolves within 24 – 48 hours. You can resume normal activities almost immediately because there's no downtime involved.

How many sessions are needed for CoolSculpting?

While every patient is different, most patients benefit from one to three sessions for each area of concern. We recommend that patients wait at least 60 days before retreating any area.