I had SculpSure in my low flank for an hourglass figure, but I feel soreness in my hip area, is this normal? (Photos)

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Hi, I did sculpsure in my mid-lower flank area, but I'm afraid the applicators were put too close to my hips, as I do feel some soreness in that area. I have included photos I took right after the procedure to show where the applicators were placed. The technician used the highest setting. Based on the photos and my soreness in that area, do you think my hip size is going to decrease with some of my sides? Also, is it normal for only side to be sore/hurt during the procedure?

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Tenderness is typical and can extend into surrounding areas. Keep in mind, with Sculpsure, a combination of treatments is needed. I recommend combining Sculpsure with Vanquish and Venus Legacy/Exilis Ultra treatments. We currently use a fire and ice treatment with Coolsculpting and Vanquish for good results in fat removal. However, a VASER hi definition procedure would give you the best results with fat removal, contouring and definition. Cost will vary. See an expert for a formal evaluation. Best, Dr. Emer

Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question. It is important to work with a board certified facial plastic surgeon and team that is experienced with SculpSure. You may experience some soreness after using the highest setting, which should subside shortly. 
Best wishes,

Jennifer Levine, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.It is quite normal to experience soreness after non-invasive body sculpting treatments like SculpSure. The treatment specifically targets fat cells in the areas the applicators are applied, but you can be sore in the surrounding areas as your body flushes out dead fat cells. Based on your photos, it looks like the applicators were placed in the ideal areas for treating flanks.

Taaly Silberstein, MD · Answer

Doing SculpSure in one area can sometimes result in soreness in other areas. The reason is because the dead fat cells are carried away by the lymphatic system, and rely on a degree of inflammation to do so. As such, that inflammation can cause soreness, even in areas that weren't directly "SculpSured."
The best way to deal with the soreness is to massage the area and drink plenty of water.
Good luck!

Lawrence Eisenhauer, MD · Answer

It looks to me like the applicators were properly spaced. If you are sitting, they will drop often onto the edge of the "hip bones" (not really the hips, but the iliac crests:Google) and the surface of the bone will be sensitive. This is temporary and should be gone 10-14 days. Are you getting 2-3 treatments? You could be positioned differently.

I had SculpSure in my low flank for an hourglass figure, but I feel soreness in my hip area, is this normal? (Photos)

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I had SculpSure in my low flank for an hourglass figure, but I feel soreness in my hip area, is this normal? (Photos)

Answers (10)

Answer: Very normal

Answer: Very normal

Answer: Flank melting with "hip" soreness

Answer: Flank melting with "hip" soreness

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