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37 Years Old - Stubborn Belly and Inner Thigh Fat - Tualatin, OR
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It has been eight days since I had Coolsculpting...
WORTH IT$2,300
It has been eight days since I had Coolsculpting done on my lower abdomen and inner thighs. I have a desk job and don’t get to work out as much as I’d like but I am in pretty good shape other than my stubborn areas. I am 5’4 and weigh about 123 pounds. The small applicator was used on all treatment areas. The first five minutes were painful but nothing that you can’t handle. Each area takes an hour so be prepared as it is time consuming. The massage at the end of the treatment is really the worst part of the whole ordeal. It feels like cramping and just plain funky. Overall the treatment isn’t bad and I read through it all. After the treatment I was sore, almost as if I had been at the gym and had worked those areas hard. The next couple of days I was still sore and the areas were still numb. Around day three the pain started to get a little worse and went downhill from there. By the weekend I was in quite a bit of pain. I spent almost all of my time in bed with an ice pack and Biofreeze within reach. Both really help and I recommend that you have both on hand just in case. By day seven I couldn’t take the pain anymore and called my Dr. They called in a prescription for a muscle relaxer and a nerve blocker. I started on both yesterday and while I still feel some pain in my abdomen, it is nothing like it was. I can actually function now rather than wanting to curl into a ball and stay in bed. Do not hesitate to contact your Dr. and ask for help. I like to think I am brave when it comes to pain but this was constant, every moment of the day I was in pain and it takes a toll. As for results, it is too early to tell as I am still quite swollen. This is normal so I am not yet making any judgement as to whether or not it is worth it. I will be sure to report back with updates. The reason I am posting all of this now is to let people know it can be extremely painful so be aware and be proactive. Have Biofreeze and ice packs on hand. Again, do not hesitate to contact your Dr. for medication.
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UPDATED FROM Alcedines
12 days post
Day 12
I am now on day twelve and the pain has almost all but gone away. The swelling has gone down considerably. It is still too soon to speculate on results but I am heading in the right direction!
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December 21, 2015
Was $1700 you paid for 3 areas (2 inner thighs and a stomach)? Did you get a discount? Also if they took before and planning on taken after pictures, if the office lets you, would you please post those? I am interested in the same areas. I live in Beaverton, OR. Thanks!
December 21, 2015
Hi OlgaW, I did receive a discount. I was lucky enough to inquire about this procedure at just the right time. Had I not received a discount it would have been 2200.00. And yes, I had my lower abdomen done as well as my inner thighs, each with a small applicator at an hour for each treatment area. The photos I posted were taken by me before treatment. I am noticing less swelling and would say I am back to my before photos. The office did take before photos and once we reach the two to three month mark I will be sure to post after photos. I can't yet say if it is worth it but I have my fingers crossed and remain hopeful. Just remember not to be bashful if you experience pain. Everyone wants to say it isn't painful but for some of us it is awful. Do have Max Freeze or Biofreeze and an ice pack handy, just in case. I have just now started back to working out so don't beat yourself up if you need a couple weeks to get back into the swing of things. I do recommend Dr. Gorin's office if you feel like driving to Tualatin for your procedure. Good luck and keep me posted, I will be sure to do the same.
December 23, 2015
Best comment!! I too think ppl should be honest about the post op stuff bc it's scary to think that you're an abnormal or strange case.
January 6, 2016
How satisfied are you with the procedure now?
January 7, 2016
Hi jenifer, my stomach has started to flatten out nicely but I feel like my inner thighs are still a bit swollen. So far I'm still on the fence. I will say I haven't done much to help either tone up. I enjoyed the holidays and didn't exercise much. That being said, my stomach has been flattening all the while so the coolsculpting has to be working, just slowly. I will try to post an update in a couple of weeks. Have you done it or are you considering doing it?
UPDATED FROM Alcedines
1 month post
Week 5
I have noticed significant belly fat reduction. I have still not been on a regular exercise program since I received my treatment so I feel it is safe to say that the reduction has to do with the procedure. I haven't noticed much reduction in my thigh area and am still hopeful I will see a change in the next few weeks. As mentioned, the pain was intense until I was prescribed a nerve block, but I would absolutely do this again given the ab results.
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January 15, 2016
Hello- I am considering cool sculpting on my innner thighs. I am wondering how your results have been since your last post? Also, how many times do you have to get it done?
March 3, 2016
Goodness, I am so sorry I missed this, have you had your procedure yet? If so, what do you think so far? I only did my thighs once and if i were overly picky I would go and do them again as I didn't notice much of a change. My boyfriend insists that they look less full but I can't see it. Again, this is an area that I can tone up when I regularly exercise so I am not wanting to spend a small fortune on them. My stomach on the other hand is a stubborn area and I was willing to spend more to get it done. I went back in on Monday and had the right side of my belly done again as it was uneven, apparently we can carry more fat in one area rather than it being universal. Anyway, let me know if you have already gone in and what you think.
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Will you being having more treatments? Looking forward to hearing more and seeing pics of your results. Thanks so much for sharing.
I hear you about the inner thighs. That's been a problem for me for a long time. Definitely keep us updated and happy holidays!
THANK YOU !!!