Cool Sculpting, pain, and Fibromyalgia

Thank you for your question. Everyone has a different experience. I have had a few patients with Fibromyalgia and they have been fine. The pain may have been slightly more magnified. Taking an anti-inflammatory should not impact the outcome of your treatment. If you are concerned and have specific questions, I would recommend seeing a board certified plastic surgeon or dermatologist for a consultation.This way, you can explain your concerns, learn more about the procedure, and determine if you are a good candidate. Regards,

There is pain with coolsculpting some people less than others.  I suggest seeing a body contouring specialist to see what you are a candidate for.  Best, Dr. Emer.

I would be extremely cautious if you decide to undergo Coolsculpting with a history of fibromyalgia. There is some post treatment swelling and tenderness that could be magnified by your condition.I would therefore add a Z wave procedure to the Coolsculpting, which dramatically lowers the risk of swelling, pain, or other post treatment side effects. Please check with your primary care physician before the procedure.

I am unaware of any association between Coolsculpting and fibromyalgia. However, I would address your concerns with the practice that evaluates you for this treatment. Good luck.Richard Chaffoo, MD, FACS, FICSTriple Board Certified Plastic Surgeon