CoolSculpting Treatment Instructions

Preparing for Treatment

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It is prudent to follow some simple guidelines before your treatment. These guidelines can reduce possible side effects associated with the procedure and make all the difference between a fair result and a great result.

Medications - Avoid aspirin, Advil, Aleve, Motrin, or other medications that may thin your blood beginning three days before your CoolSculpting treatment. This will decrease bruising in the areas of treatment. If they are prescription medications, please consult with the prescribing physician before stopping your treatment. If you are unsure if your medications cause blood thinning, please review them with our providers.

Supplements - Avoid Gingko Biloba, Garlic, Flax Oil, Cod Liver Oil, Vitamin A, and Vitamin E (or any other essential fatty acids) at least 3 days before treatment.

Alcohol and Caffeine - Avoid excessive consumption of alcohol and caffeine for three days before your CoolSculpting to reduce the risks of bruising.

Diet and Exercise Plan - Ensure you have a plan to maintain or improve your diet and exercise to maximize your CoolSculpting results. az

Treatment Day

Instructions 

Each CoolSculpting fat removal treatment can take between thirty and sixty minutes. When receiving multiple treatments in one day you can expect to be at Beyond Harmony for hours. Therefore, arrive prepared for a full day.

You may have dizziness, lightheadedness, nausea, flushing, sweating, or fainting during or immediately after the treatment. Eating before your treatment mitigates these side effects.

The treated area may look or feel stiff after the procedure and transient blanching (temporary whitening of the skin) may occur. These are all normal reactions that typically resolve within a few minutes.

CoolSculpting uses suction to pull your skin and underlying fat into the applicator. The associated pressure may cause sensations of deep pulling, tugging and pinching. You may experience intense stinging, tingling, aching or cramping as the treatment begins. These sensations generally subside as the area becomes numb.

Eat before your appointment - Please eat prior to arrival. We recommend a light meal as a heavy meal can also trigger nausea at the start of the session. We will provide snacks and beverages during the session if you begin to feel hungry.

Pressure - The suction pressure of a vacuum applicator may cause sensations of deep pulling, tugging and pinching. You may experience intense cold, stinging, tingling, aching or cramping as the treatment begins. These sensations generally subside during treatment as the area becomes numb.

Clothing - Wear comfortable, loose clothing to your appointment.

Undergarments - Wear inexpensive undergarments and bring an extra pair to wear home. Gel pads will be applied with the applicator and will make any undergarments wet.

Measurements - Prior to your treatment, pictures, measurements, and weight will be taken for comparison on follow-up appointments. 

After

Treatment

Return to Daily Routine - Typically, there is minimal discomfort and recovery time after the CoolSculpting procedure. Most patients can return to their daily routine immediately after the procedure.

Redness - Many patients experience redness in the treated area that can last a few hours after the applicator is removed. In rare cases, the redness may persist for up to two weeks.

Swelling and Tenderness – The treated area may be swollen and tender to the touch for a few days after your treatment.

Submental (below chin) Fullness - After a submental area treatment you may a feeling of fullness in the back of the throat may occur.

Possible Sensations - Many patients have minimal discomfort following the procedure; however, you may experience one or more of the following sensations: swelling, itching, tingling, numbness, tenderness to the touch, pain in the treated area, cramping, aching, bruising and/or skin sensitivity. Consult your doctor if these conditions persist beyond two weeks or worsen over time.

Results - Following the procedure, a gradual reduction in the thickness of the fat layer will take place. You may start to see changes as early as three weeks after the CoolSculpting procedure, and you will experience the most dramatic results after one to three months. Your body will continue to naturally process the injured fat cells from your body for approximately four months after your procedure.

Possible Post-Treatment Effects - In rare cases, patients have reported darker skin color, hardness, discrete nodules, freeze burn, enlargement of the treated area, hernia or worsening of existing hernia following the CoolSculpting procedure. Surgical intervention may be required to correct the enlargement or hernia.

Managing Discomfort - If you experience discomfort, you may use warm baths, warm showers or cool compresses to relieve the discomfort. DO NOT use heat pads.

Diet and Exercise - Weight gain will prevent you from appreciating your full results. Maintain a healthy diet and exercise routine after your procedure to continue appreciating your full results.

Review Results – Ensure you have a follow-up appointment on your schedule to review your CoolSculpting results. We’ll take follow-up photographs and discuss the potential benefits from additional treatments if you desire