I Am a Runner Considdering Coolsculpting on my Inner Thighs, How Much Down Time Should I Expect?

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I am concerned with my skin looking saggy in that area and with them looking uneven. I have read that you can continue to workout after the procedure, does this include running 6-8 miles 5x a week? Or should I plan on some down time, if so how much? My inner thighs just do not seem to budge even with all the running I do. I am very excited to try this but also nervous. Will my skin have a red area where it was treated? If so, does that last very long? I would like to do it before vacation.

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

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is an FDA-approved non-invasive body shaping, skin tightening and fat reduction
treatment requiring no surgery. The treatment is designed to sculpt and reduce
problem areas resistant to diet and exercise. Vanquish effectively destroys
stubborn fat in the upper and lower abdomen, love handles, back, saddle bags,
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Steven H. Williams, MD · Answer

CoolSculpting side effects usually include mild bruising, swelling, temporary redness, tingling, numbness, and tenderness to the touch. These symptoms usually subside after a few days up to a couple of weeks. Most people return to their normal activities the next day. Side effects can vary from person to person, but the downtime is usually minimal. CoolSculpting does no address loose skin as it is not a skin tightening treatment. It works to reduce fat permanently. You should schedule a consultation in order to obtain more detailed information regarding the treatment and to see if you are a good candidate for the treatment.

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.

	It is best to be examined to see if you are a good candidate for the inner thighs. The handpiece has to be able to fit the area with good suction to achieve results.  Yes, the area will be red but normally that goes away within 24-48 hrs.  I have had patients who have Coolsculpting and then workout that same day, others are sore and wait a day or two.... each patient is different. Remember that the 20-25% fat reduction occurs within 4-8 weeks after the treatment (it's not immediate).

	Best Wishes!

Ron Shelton, MD · Answer

Your concern should not be whether you can work out soon after the treatment, but whether it will work in the area of your interest.  There is minimal downtime with CoolSculpting by Zeltiq.  There may be some sensitivity and tenderness but this shouldn't prevent you from working out.  There may be visible bruising which can be socially-embarassing and this can last up to two to three weeks.  The device was cleared intially for abdominal and flank fat reduction. The inner thigh areas are off-label, but I have found it to be effective.  Unfortunately, the applicators will not fit every area, so you must be prepared for a localized improvement and not a 100% reduction of fat in the vicinity of your inner thighs.

Melda A. Isaac, MD · Answer

CoolSculpting has very minimal side effects and almost no downtime. Generally, patients return to their normal activities the same day. There may be some redness, swelling or bruising for a few days after the procedure. Your thighs should not look uneven and – since the amount of fat treated is fairly minimal and is eliminated from the body over several months – in most cases there is no sagging skin afterward. You may lose a day or two of running, if you feel uncomfortable or chafed. However, you should be able to quickly resume your normal running routine. CoolSculpting is an excellent choice for runners and athletes who still have stubborn areas of resistant fat, despite their intensive exercise routines. Please see a board-certified dermatologist to find out if you are a candidate for CoolSculpting.

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