It was painful! Should I continue with further treatments?

February 23, 2016
Asked By:chloe b in Los Angeles, CA

I had my first Vanquish treatment today on my abdomen and flanks, 30 minutes each. Felt burning, pinching and sharp cramping sensations during treatment even after having the paddles adjusted. Tuning level was at 200 for 30minutes on abdomen and then flanks. Had to stop treatment at times due to the pain. I felt hot spots, especially on my hip bones. Vanquish has been touted as being relatively pain-free, so why did I have such pain?  I am petite, 5'2", am in relatively good shape and would like to lose a couple of inches around my middle.

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February 26, 2016

Answer: No Pain, No Down-Time Body Treatments

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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February 26, 2016

Answer: No Pain, No Down-Time Body Treatments

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
February 26, 2016

Answer: Vanquish Treatments: Reducing Discomfort by Hydrating Before Treatments

Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
February 26, 2016

Answer: Vanquish Treatments: Reducing Discomfort by Hydrating Before Treatments

Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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April 25, 2016

Answer: Pain with Vanquish treatment

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April 25, 2016

Answer: Pain with Vanquish treatment

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