How long of a massage is needed after CoolSculpting?

Hi,Immediately after Coolsculpting treatment, the two minute massage is extremely important. It helps break down the fat cells and  improves your results by 60 percent. Coolsculpting is an excellent form of non-invasive  fat reduction for the right patient. Some applicators take 1 or 2 hours but the new advantage applicators take only 35 minutes and have significantly less risk for delayed onset pain (especially in the abdomen). Results are seen at 2 months and typically 1-3 treatments will be necessary on each area to achieve ideal results. The number of treatments depends on the amount of fat there and the patient's goals.  There is not downtime and the results can be impressive in the right patient.  We also use the Zimmer Z-wave for improved patient comfort and added results. The best candidates are those who are in pretty good shape with areas of stubborn fat that won't go away no matter what.My best,Sheila Nazarian, MD, MMMBeverly Hills, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Only a few minutes of massage are recommended after CoolSculpting, so if that’s what you received, you should be fine. There is no scientific proof that more time is better. However, at our center we follow CoolSculpting with Zimmer Z-Wave radial pulsed therapy to break up the ice crystals and disperse the fat for more beautiful and even results. It is generally applied for approximately three minutes. Please find a board-certified dermatologist who’s been certified by Zeltiq and who offers Zimmer Z-Wave to get the best results.

Thanks for your question. Zeltiq recommends a 2 minute massage that consists of the first minute in a vigorous kneading motion followed by a one minute circular massage. It is a little uncomfortable but studies have found it to be 68% more effective. 

I appreciate your question.The massage is 3 minutesThe best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam.Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative plastic surgery.best of luck!Dr Schwartz

2 minutes of massage is the recommended amount of time that the area should be massaged immediately after each cycle, so you shouldn't be concerned. You should start seeing results in about 4 weeks.

you only need 2-3 minutes but I like to do 5-10 along with Zwave therapy.  Studies show this enhances the results, which are still minimal compared to tumescent liposuction.  If you need 3 treatments of Coolsculpting you may not be the best candidate for it.  I suggest going to a body contouring specialist for all your body shaping.  Best, Dr. Emer.

A 2-3 minute massage is recommended after CoolSculpting treatments. Some people do more, some do less. Some don't do any massage at all. In your case I don't think there is any cause for concern. Enjoy your CoolSculpting results!

 

Thank you for your question. Zeltiq recommend a 2 minute massage that consists of a vigorous kneading motion for the first minute and then followed by a circular massage for the second minute. It is important to immediately massage the treated area(s) because it helps break down the fat cells and improves results by 60%. I hope this helps.

Thank you for your question. Zeltiq recommend a 2 minute massage that consists of a vigorous kneading motion for the first minute and then followed by a circular massage for the second minute. It is important to immediately massage the treated area(s) because it helps break down the fat cells and improves results by 60%. I hope this helps. 

Two minutes of massage is plenty. It is just important that the frozen area be broken up with massage after the treatment. I think this is the real effect. Certainly studies have assigned minutes but the real effect is the mechanical disruption. You will have a good result even if no massage is performed. I utilized Coolsculpying before the entire massage recommendation and had excellent results.