Will cardio help speed healing from CoolSculpting side effects? (Photo)

February 16, 2018
Asked By:dach333

I had CoolSculpting on my flanks done yesterday. I am very swollen... almost feels jiggly when I walk... because it is still numb. I am VERY bruised. I’m not in any pain... just sore from bruising. I want to help my body recover so I am drinking lots of water, using arnica, ice for swelling, and a compression garment. I was wondering would cardio help since it increases blood flow or cause the area to swell more? Any healing tips would be appreciated.

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April 17, 2018

Answer: CoolSculpting Recovery

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February 24, 2018

Answer: Cardio after CoolSculpting

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February 24, 2018

Answer: Cardio after CoolSculpting

Robert Heck, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
February 23, 2018

Answer: Exercise

Christopher J. Davidson, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
February 23, 2018

Answer: Exercise

Christopher J. Davidson, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

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