Can Exercise Help Alleviate Burning Sensation After Coolsculpting?

Question

I had the large applicator on my abdomen and two medium applicators on my flanks. My flanks are fine but my stomach, especially around my belly button is on fire. It literally feels like I have a bad sunburn (no redness) and it feels warm to the touch. I have been prescribed Tylenol 3 to take during night, which helps a little. I want to exercise but am afraid I am going to be in worst pain after. Some people say exercise helps with pain, is this true?

Vivek Bansal, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. For some exercise helps, and others, they have elevated irritation. You will have to try an increase in activity and see if this helps. This procedure can take 6 weeks or more to have the sensations settle down so patience is key. I hope this helps.

Ron Shelton, MD · Answer

Patients who undergo multiple areas of CoolSculpting will often find different sensations after the treatment in the different areas. Some patients have more than one treatment session and find that the same area treated the second time feels different after surgery than the first. Some times it is just a tenderness and other times, the skin feels so exquisitely tender for a few days, that the clothing is uncomfortable, and those patients do not feel better with Spanx or exercise.There are medications that your doctor can prescribe for you possibly, that will help lessen the discomfort.

	If one tries exercise and it helps, then they can continue without cause for concern, but if it makes it more uncomfortable, one should stop.

	The information provided in Dr. Shelton's answer is for educational purposes only and is not intended to constitute medical advice.  The information provided should not be relied upon as a substitute for consultations with a qualified health professional who may be familiar with your individual medical needs.

Monika Soni, MD · Answer

Thank you for question. Many patients have described a burning sensation or itching to their abdomen after treatment. This is because the abdomen is a very sensitive area. This typically takes 2 weeks to resolve. You can exercise if you are feeling well enough to do so but if you feel more discomfort I suggest waiting till you feel better. Best of Luck!

Hardik Soni, MD · Answer

Thank you for question. Many patients have described a burning sensation or itching to their abdomen after treatment. This is because the abdomen is a very sensitive area. This typically takes 2 weeks to resolve. You can exercise if you are feeling well enough to do so but if you feel more discomfort I suggest waiting till you feel better. Best of Luck!

Jeffrey W. Hall, MD · Answer

I would not recommended working out the day of your treatment only because it will increase swelling, but beyond that I would say to try it. If it helps then I would continue, and if it makes it worse then stop.

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