Can you sculpt inner knee fat?

Using the CoolMini applicator, it is possible to freeze fat on the inner knees and permanently remove it. This takes a great deal of expertise to accomplish well. Please consult a board-certified dermatologist who has done this before to get the best results.

CoolSculpting has FDA approval for fat reduction since 2010. CoolSculpting freezes the fat cells. Fat cells are more susceptible to damage by freezing than the other cells, (nerve, vessel, bone, etc.), around them. The fat cells die via a process called apoptosis, (programmed cell death). The number of fat cells are therefore reduced. This happens over a period of time, so the body is not overwhelmed with dead fat cells. The body will take these cells up, process them and excrete them, just as any other cell. The remnants are filtered through the liver, and then excreted eventually via stool. Knees can be a challenge with any modality.  CoolSculpting had been used in this area with good results.  See an experienced CoolSculpting practice.

Hi there-At this point, with the newly available applicators and the experience and knowledge we have gained over the years with Coolsculpting, I do think that it is safe and effective in many previously untreatable areas like the inner knees. Whether or not you as an individual are a good candidate for this, however would require a careful evaluation by a Coolsculpting Center of Excellence to determine. 

yes inner knees are a common area for liposuction and sometime I use liposonix there, a non invasive procedure.  The only issue is that knees sometimes have redundant skin that limits the amount of fat that can be removed.

The knee area is particularly challenging and we routinely see patients who have had problems after sculpting of knees elsewhere. Coolsculpting is not an option for these areas.  Consult with a board-certified plastic surgeon who can go over all your options.