CoolSculpting recovery. Should I be concerned that my belly is jiggly after 2 weeks?

What you are describing is normal, as the results of CoolSculpting® can take several weeks to develop and the full effect may not be visible until 3 to 4 months after your treatment. You are still in the early stages of healing and many people continue to experience swelling at this point in the process. As the fat cells break down, your belly may still feel loose or jiggly but this will likely improve over time as the treated fat is naturally eliminated from your body. If it does not, or you have additional concerns, contact your CoolSculpting® Technician.  

Thanks for your question. Swelling and numbness are common side effects post procedure and should subside in 2-3 weeks. Please consult with your provider to further address your concerns. Regards,

Swelling is a part of the CoolSculpting process and this may be the cause of
what you are describing as jiggly. The cooling process causes inflammation and this reaction is what helps the body get rid of unwanted fat cells. Some patients have noticed wearing a compression garment in the treated area helps with the discomfort. Additionally, Numbness is also common and may last 6-8 weeks. You can always follow up with your provider if you have any further concerns. However, starting at 2 months you should begin to notice your results!
My best, 
Dr. Rajani

Yes, this is fairly typical after Coolsculpting as sensation returns. Keep in mind, it can take up to 3 months to get your final results with Coolsculpting. For best results with Coolsculpting, I recommend adding a combination of radiofrequency treatments like Vanquish, Venus Legacy, Exilis Ultra for skin tightening and with Z wave/Cellutone for skin smoothing. In our practice, we use a Fire and Ice treatment of Coolsculpting with Vanquish and are getting great results. VASER with ThermiRF are a great alternative. See an expert for a formal evaluation. Best, Dr. Emer

Thank you for your question. What you are experiencing is completely normal. Even though some of your swelling may have subsided, numbness can last longer.  If you still have concerns 30 days after treatment then please follow up with your treating physician. At this point you can also have another treatment in the same area should you need to. It can take 3 months to see your final results. Best of Luck!

I can't say for certain without an in-person consultation, but some swelling at this stage of the healing process is normal and typically isn't cause for alarm. I recommend you give your body a bit more time to develop results. If you're still dissatisfied after another couple of weeks, I recommend seeing your original provider to determine the cause of the unsatisfactory results.

Coolsculpting is an amazing procedure that yields smooth natural looking results. It is non-surgical, non-invasive and is FDA approved for permanent removal of fat.  There is no need to be "put under" and there is no real down time. However, there is a period of adjustment that lasts for several weeks post treatment. The swelling you describe is perfectly normal and tends to outlast the week or two of discomfort. Due to the numbness in combination with the swelling, the treated area, especially the lower abdomen, can feel very jiggly. This will subside in another week or two.  I have had the Coolsculpting done on my lower abdomen and had the same experience.  My results are great, and any short term discomfort I experienced was completely worth it.

Coolsculpting swelling can last 2-3 weeks.  If you are still having concerns after that please follow up with your treating physician. What you are describing does sound like swelling. Good luck with your recovery.

It sounds like what you’re describing is swelling.  This is an expected side effect that can take upwards of two-three weeks to resolve.  Some patients will wear compression garments to help alleviate pain and swelling.  Schedule a follow-up appointment with your provider if you are concerned.

Thank you for your question. What you are experiencing is completely normal. Even though some of your swelling may have subsided, numbness can last longer.  If you still have concerns 30 days after treatment then please follow up with your treating physician. At this point you can also have another treatment in the same area should you need to. It can take 3 months to see your final results. Best of Luck!