CoolSculpting Elite Pre/Post Instructions
Pre-Treatment Instructions
- Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing.
- Drink plenty of water 24 hours leading up to treatment.
- Avoid unnecessary blood-thinning and anti-inflammatory medications (e.g. NSAIDs like ibuprofen), but please take all medications that are prescribed by your primary physician as you normally would.
Post-Treatment Instructions
IMMEDIATELY AFTER TREATMENT
- You may experience nausea, stinging and/or cramping in the treatment area as your body naturally re-warms and sensation returns.
- After a chin/jawline treatment, a feeling of fullness in the back of the throat may occur.
- The treatment areas may look or feel stiff. Temporary blanching (whitening of the skin) may also occur.
- The treatment area may be red for up to a few hours after the applicator is removed. Bruising may also occur.
- You may otherwise resume all normal activities.
FOR THE NEXT 7-14 DAYS
- Stay well hydrated.
- It is common to feel bloated and appear swollen in the treatment areas.
- You may experience one or more of the following sensations: deep itching, tingling, numbness/dullness of sensation, tenderness to the touch, pain, cramping, muscle spasms, aching and/or soreness in the treatment areas. Consult your provider if these conditions persist beyond two weeks or worsen over time.
- You may take Tylenol for discomfort and Benadryl if any itching occurs.
- Avoid unnecessary blood-thinning and anti-inflammatory medications (e.g. NSAIDs like ibuprofen), but please take all medications that are prescribed by your primary physician as you normally would.
Important Considerations
- It typically takes 1-3 months to see results after each treatment, with full results taking 6 months or more.
- Weight gain will prevent you from appreciating your full results. We recommend maintaining a healthy diet and exercise routine.
- Schedule a follow-up assessment to review your clinical results and discuss the option of additional treatments to achieve your desired fat reduction.