Can CoolSculpting be used to remove a lipoma on my lumbar spine? Does cool sculpting work on back fat?

CoolSculpting, or any other non-surgical method will not work for Lipomas as most have a capsule around them. It can be used for regular back fat if the fat is pinchable. For lipomas the most effective treatment remains surgical excision. Best

Hello there! I would not recommend using coolsculpting for a lipoma, but it will probably work well on leftover back fat. I would recommend consulting with an expert in your area in regards to the lipoma removal. As long as the back fat is pinchable, and is not just skin laxity, coolsculpting should remove 20-25% after one application. Good luck! Sarah RN BSN 

Hi there. Thanks for your question. I love the way your mind was working for this, but Coolsculpting won't work for a lipoma. A lipoma has a capsule (sack) around it and the whole thing has to be removed or else it will just come back. If you want to gross yourself out, watch some videos of lipoma removals and you'll see what I mean! For the other fat in the area, Coolsculpting or even Kybella might be a good option, depending on the amount of fat deposit. If it's large, consider a surgical consultation as well to see which option(s) might be best for you, taking in mind the money, time, number of treatments, and recovery...all of those factors together can make what is the right treatment for one not the best for another!
Good luck to you!
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As others have stated, Coolsculpting is not ideal for lipomas. Another consideration is that the lipoma could be submuscular (called a Hibernoma). These are very rare but are deeper. I have used localized liposuction for large subcutaneous lipomas but the main risk is recurrence. The advantage of this is minimal scarring. Direct excision is the gold standard.

Coolsculpting is not effective for lipomas since they are incarcerated in connective tissue. It can be used for other back fat such as the bra roll . You may want to consider kybella for a lipoma as a off labeluse and a non surgical option 

CoolSculpting will be ineffective in treating a lipoma of your back. Visit a plastic surgeon like myself near you. Good luck from New York City

Very generally speaking, without having seen your particular areas of concern, Coolsculpting is great for distinct areas of back or bra fat but it is not ideal for lipomas or any fat along the spine itself. Patients have been extremely pleased with the improvements to their stubborn and annoying bra fat. Consider a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon that can advise you on both your Coolsculpting options and options to address your lipoma. Best of luck.

Thank you for your question.  Lipomas cannot be removed from Coolsculpting.  I recommend a consultation with a surgeon who has experience with lipoma removal as surgical removal is your best approach. 

Lipomas can not be addressed with CoolSculpting.  Some lipomas can be excised, removed, using an in-office local anesthesia procedure.