Can CoolSculpting improve the appearance of scoliosis? (Photo)

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I was diagnosed with scoliosis at 18. I’m 25 now. I HATE my waist. One side has a curve and the other is straight because of the 30 degree curve and hip rotation. When I’m standing it’s very obvious that I lean to one side, and it’s even more obvious when bent over. I am looking for a way to improve the appearance of my waist without invasive surgery. Can coolsculpting help minimize the appearance of my scoliosis? Open to all suggestions. Thank you!

Trevor M. Born, MD · Answer

Dear Kat_Lady25Thank you for your question and photo. Liposuction - with or without fat grafting may help with the asymmetry. With Warm RegardsTrevor M Born MD

Laurie A. Casas, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question.  An in person consultation is always best but it does appear that you are a candidate for CoolSculpting.  CoolSculpting is able to reduce the fat around your waist, however, it will not change the curvature of your spine.  We also recommend using Alastin TransFORM Body Treatment after CoolSculpting to accelerate your results.

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

The cause of the difference in the appearance of your waist, as you know, is due to the scoliosis and not due to a difference in the amount of fat on one side versus the other.  It would be possible for you to have CoolSculpting and this can reduce fat on your waist but I do not think it will significantly alter your appearance due to the scoliosis.

Michael Kerin, MD · Answer

Hi.  Thanks for the question, and the photo.  Based on the photo, it seems that you would be a good candidate for CoolSculpting.  An in-person evaluation would be needed to develop a treatment plan for you.  What I see appears to be pinchable fat.  CoolSculpting is designed to treat pinchable fat.If you can pinch it, we can sculpt it.Best of luck.Michael kerin MDKerin MedSpaTuckahoe, NY

Oscar A. Aguirre, MD, FPMRS · Answer

Thanks for your question and sharing your photo. I believe you are a great candidate for non-surgical fat reduction with CoolSculping. I'm sorry to learn of your scoliosis, but this is certainly not a contraindication. I understand how your curvature can lead to the appearance of more fat in your midsection than there really is. Coolsculpting can nicely reduce the fat in this region, but of course, your spine curvature will remain the same.Best of luck,Oscar A. Aguirre, MD, FPMRSUrogynecologist & Cosmetic SurgeonDenver, CO - USA

Dmitriy Schwarzburg, MD · Answer

CoolSculpting is a non-invasive procedure that uses a vacuum applicator to draw in skin and underlying subcutaneous fat to deliver controlled cooling. This penetrates below the skin causing permanent elimination of fat. Please contact a qualified provider or a board-certified physician with extensive experience in these procedures.

Laura A. Katz, MD · Answer

HI there!  Thank you for providing a picture!  First of all, let's be absolutely clear that Coolsculpting will not treat scoliosis in any way, but I think you are already aware of that.  In terms of the uneven appearance and the asymmetrical bulging that you have, Coolsculpting can absolutely help even out the appearance of your torso and flanks with minimal to no downtime.  Please be aware that you would not be a good Coolsculpting candidate over any areas that have metal so that if you have any implantable rods to stabilize your spine, you would have to avoid Coolsculpting near that area.

Shamim Shakibai, MD · Answer

First I would like to make clear that CoolSculpting will not correct scoliosis nor will it have any effect on the curvature of your spine. CoolSculpting is a body contouring procedure intended to eliminate stubborn fat bulges from problem areas like the belly, flanks and under the chin. 
If you are looking to eliminate small bulges at your hips, CoolSculpting can be very effective.    
Shamim Shakibai, MD

Patrick L. Basile, MD · Answer

Good afternoon,We have seen great success minimizing the appearance of Scoliosis with CoolSculpting. Check out our post from Instagram where we had a young patient with a similar story!

Cavendish Clinic - Fitzrovia · Answer

Sadly Coolsculpting won’t improve Scoliosis, but it can help treat stubborn pockets of fat around the area and in some cases help to improve asymmetry with certain body areas i.e the hips.

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