After CoolSculpting, can I wear a compression garment on my stomach?

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I am reading inconsistent answers about lhow long swelling lasts. Some of you say 2-4 weeks others say 3 weeks . Or months? Some patients are complaining that swelling is not going down in a reasonable time.

Tina B. West, MD · Answer

Thanks for reaching out.  Each person reacts differently to CoolSculpting.  Some experience swelling over a period of 1-3 weeks, others swell for 1 day or not at all.  I would check with your CoolSculpting provider regarding the compression garment but, I do not see any harm in wearing one.  Best!

Eric Humble, MD · Answer

Some patients do prefer to wear a garment as it does make them feel more comfortable. Massaging 2 minutes for 4 weeks, stretching everyday, and drinking water will also help.

Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Based on experience, swelling can last anywhere from a couple of days to a few weeks. This does vary based on the patient and can be a bit longer or shorter. You can wear a compression garment as it may help with some of the swelling. Best,

R. Brannon Claytor, MD, FACS · Answer

Swelling post CoolSculpting varies per patient. I tell all of my patients that swelling could last anywhere from a couple of days to a couple of weeks. I have patients wear spanx to help with the swelling and fitting into their clothes during this phase. It is not mandatory after the CoolSculpting treatment, but I find it helps.

Olga Bachilo, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question. Although compression garment is not required after coolsculpting, I do recommend it as it helps with some discomfort. The garment does not need to be extremely tight, but just enough to provide support for the treated areas. Patients usually report having more comfortable recovery with light support.
Sincerely,
Olga Bachilo, MD

Vaishali B. Doolabh, MD, FACS · Answer

Hi.  While I have not asked patients to wear compression garments after CS, you may get some benefits.  The garment will help constrain swelling and may reduce hypersensitivity (if it occurs).  Be sure to make sure the garment stays smooth so that you don't inadvertently create indents. The duration of swelling varies between patients.  Be sure you see a CS University certified provider.  Signs of an experienced busy CS provider include having multiple machines and the new applicators (they hurt less & take less time).  Best wishes,

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

A compression garment could be worn after a CoolSculpting treatment to the abdomen (stomach), but it is not normally needed.  I have never had a patient wear any compression garment after a CoolSculpting treatment to any area.  I have also not had any patient complain of anything but only mild swelling that lasted just a few days after the procedure.  If you are going to wear a garment after the treatment, I would discuss this with the physician who is treating you.

Michael Kerin, MD · Answer

Hi.  Yes you can wear a compression garment after your CS treatment, but it is not required and will not have an impact on your results.  Many patients feel more comfortable with a compression garment after their CS session.
Best of luck.

Elisabeth Dancey, BM, BCAM · Answer

Compression garments seem to be a personal choice. Some people find them comforting and claim they help with the discomfort, while others want to use them to decrease swelling. I think its up to the patient and how they feel. Some people have zero discomfort and exercise the next day and very little swelling. A compression garment will do no harm so its how the patient feels really.

Edward Stokes, MD · Answer

No two bodies react exactly the same way to any treatment, and CoolSculpting is no different.  Some experience swelling for a few days, while others may have a few weeks of swelling. There are even some who do not notice any swelling at all.  Our experience, having treated over ten thousand patients with CoolSculpting, is that most will have about 2-3 weeks of feeling bloated. This is the norm. It is very rare for anyone to complain of post treatment swelling for months. Many do choose to wear compression garments.  These garments do not stop the swelling or even shorten the duration. What they do is minimize the jiggle that can be uncomfortable. That movement when walking or working can make the whole post treatment process feel more noticeable and therefore less comfortable. I would not let post treatment swelling deter you from experiencing this remarkable and life changeing treatment. Good luck with everything.

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