A consultation is definitely in order to assess your inner thighs. The “wavy” nature of them could be caused by several things, such as skin laxity, scar tissue, or uneven remaining fat. If you have remaining fat in the area, Coolsculpting can be done safely, but skin laxity could become more apparent if that is an existing issue. Next step would be an assessment with a Coolsculpting provider to determine if you are a true candidate.
Coolsculpting is FDA cleared for subcutaneous fat removal to the flank area, however it is not approved for skin tightening in that area. The only area that is FDA approved for skin tightening is under the chin.
Swelling and fluid retention is a common side effect immediately after Coolsculpting, lasting approximately one to two weeks. Ten pound fluid retention would be considered significant and somewhat unusual. Waiting two weeks after your treatment to see if the weight gain diminishes is reasonable. After that , a follow up appointment with your Coolsculpting provider would be advised for an evaluation.
Yes, we always recommend a warm Epsom salt bath to soothe the tenderness. If the area is numb and you are applying heat directly, be cautious because you don’t want to cause any burns. For swelling, wearing a compression garment such as Spanx or tight fitting exercise clothing is beneficial. It can also help with the tenderness.
Coolsculpting only treats subcutaneous fat and does not affect muscle. However; with less fat in the area, you may notice more muscle definition.
