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Can CoolSculpting being done on the arms cause circulation issues during treatment?

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bella2929Jun 8, 2022

Can CoolSculpting being done on the arms cause circulation issues during treatment? Since the device is placed on the artery that feeds the arm/hand, can this cause circulation issues during the treatment? Since blood may not be able to flow out or into arms.

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