Arnica and CoolSculpting? Can it negatively impact the healing?

Question

I was told that using ibuprofen, or any anti inflammatory, can negatively impact the healing post CoolSculpting (is that true??) so I was wondering if Arnica Montana also falls under that category as well? Please advise!

Janet Allenby, DO · Answer

Hello,Thank you for your question. It would be best to abstain from Arnika for the first week after your treatment. Good luck and congratulations on your treatment.

John M. Hilinski, MD · Answer

I am not aware of any scientific evidence that supports those claims. You should be fine taking Arnica. Best of luck with your treatment.

Christopher J. Davidson, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question.  Arnica Montana is a homeopathic medication that is indicated to reduce bruising, swelling and pain.  I do recommend Arnica to both my surgical and non-surgical patients.  Ibuprophen can be a contributor to bruising and is therefore not advised.  Best of luck.

W. Tomasz Majewski, MD, FACS · Answer

To my knowledge there have not been any studies done showing the impact of these drugs on CoolSculpting.  As far as healing, this is a noninvasive procedure with no down time.  There is no healing that is going on.  After the fat is frozen, then the body eliminates the frozen cells through waste.  You should visit a CoolSculpting provider for a consultation.  They can answer more of your questions and tell you whether you are a good candidate for the procedure.

Ravi Jain, MBBS · Answer

HiThanks for your question. I am not aware of any studies demonstrating an effect of Arnica on the outcomes of coolsculpting so it would be difficult to advise you accurately. I would have thought any effect would be minimal if any.

Arnica and CoolSculpting? Can it negatively impact the healing?

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