Arm, thigh and calf lift

What is an arm lift  

An arm lift is the name given to surgery to remove excess skin in the arm area. The lift can be combined with liposuction of excess fat if necessary. The goal of the surgery is to achieve a more youthful appearance of the arms by regaining adequate tension in the skin and making the skin fit more tightly around the arm muscles.  

What you get from the procedure  

• Permanent removal of loose and sagging arm skin  
• Addressing pathological fat storage disorders  
• Possibility to combine arm lift with liposuction  

What is a thigh and calf lift 

Thigh and calf lift aims to remove excess skin and fat in this part of the body. The most frequent request is for the inner thighs to be reshaped, but for clients after significant weight loss, a full thigh lift is more commonly used. It is also often combined with liposuction for optimal results.  

What you get from the procedure  

• Removal of loose skin and fat from the thigh/calf area 
• Effective solution after significant weight loss  
• Possibility of a superior lift of the inner thighs 

Before surgery 

A consultation with a plastic surgeon is required before undergoing the procedure. The surgeon will assess the suitability of the procedure for the client, consider specific needs and may suggest other types of treatment if necessary. The lift is not a weight reduction method, but is used to remove sagging skin and possibly excess fat. It is also important to consult on nutritional and fitness aspects prior to surgery, especially if weight reduction is needed. A pre-operative examination is required for a thigh lift as it is performed under general anaesthesia. 

The course of the operation 

The procedure usually takes 1-3 hours and can be combined with liposuction. In an arm lift, excess skin is removed either through an incision in the armpit area or through a longitudinal incision on the inside of the arm. For thigh lifts, the incision may be made in the groin area, along the inner thighs or, in the case of outer thighs, through an arcuate incision. After removing the excess tissue, the surgeon sutures the wounds, covers them sterilely and applies compression garments.

After the operation 

After the procedure, short-term hospitalization and a rest period is required, which is 7-10 days for the arm lift and 10-14 days for the thigh lift. Compression garments must be worn for 4-6 weeks for the arm lift and approximately 6 weeks for the thigh lift.  

After 14 days, it is recommended to start lymphatic drainage and massage to help in healing. You can also benefit from therapy on an LPG machine while wearing compression underwear after surgery. It is possible to return to sporting activities no sooner than 4 weeks after the procedure. 

Important information 

It is crucial to follow all the doctor's recommendations and take maximum care of the body to maintain the results in the long term. Exclusive treatments and regular check-ups are recommended to slow down the aging process and keep the body in shape.