Is Red Light Therapy okay after abdominal CoolSculpting?

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I am considering Coolsculpting of the abdomen. I have a Trophy Skin Rejuvalite (the newest version) that has Red LED, Infrared and Amber lights. Is it safe to use this on my abdominal area after getting the procedure?

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

CoolSculpting affects the fat below the surface of the skin and in my opinion, the red light therapy would not penetrate deep enough to reach the fat level.  There can be some temporary numbness to the treated area after CoolSculpting, so it would be important to make sure that the red light therapy could not possibly burn the skin. Aside from this precaution, I would not see any problem having red light therapy to an area that was treated with CoolSculpting.

Cavendish Clinic - Fitzrovia · Answer

Red light therapy is not a contraindication post CoolSculpting treatment and can definitely be performed. Red light does not reach the subcutaneous fat cells that are treated by CoolSculpting and works on the skin quality instead.

Richard E. Moore, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. I don't see any problem using your light based therapy following Coolsculpting when properly used.I hope this was helpful - Dr. Moore.

Is Red Light Therapy okay after abdominal CoolSculpting?

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