CoolSculpting error message and mark on the thigh (Photo)

Thanks for your question. A thermal event occurs is the tissue isn't at the recommended temperature during the entire 60 minute. It is a built in safety feature to ensure a safe treatment. It is recommended that the treatment head be replaced and a new cycle is started. You  should follow up with the Physicians office so they can monitor your healing process. Best wishes. 

The thermal error just means that the temperature was not ideal for the entire treatment.  It seems like the mark is just a bruise and will go away.  As long as you go the correct temperature for 1 hour, you will get a good result.My best,Sheila Nazarian

The Thermal Event Error means that the proper temperature was not maintained for the treatment. Either it was too cold, or not cold enough. This usually happens if the applicator or gel pad were not applied correctly or there wasn't a good enough seal to maintain full contact. The treatment needs to be stopped and the applicator taken off and reapplied. Regarding the mark to your outer thigh, you should follow up with your provider regarding it. Hopefully you had the treatment done under the supervision of a physician. Best of luck.