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Is it normal to have pain after Velashape treatment?

ellet13May 27, 2018
I had velashape done a few days ago for the first time on my thighs and back of leg. Since the treatment I’ve had throbbing pain in my legs. Will this go away? I’m very concerned.

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Dr. Mary C. DuPont, MD, FPMRS, FACS
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