How can I make my calves smaller?

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OneTrackMind said:
I'm thinking of getting surgery on my calf. I, however, will only do it if I know there's little risk of complication. OZ advertises that one of its procedures poses littler risk, so I'm thinking of going there.
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Hi, I'm 2 days post op, I had calf reduction at the Oz clinic. I will post a diary of my recovery at some point. Dr. Park and his team at Oz clinic are very nice and very helpful. I have come on my own which I would say isn't fantastic as you are not very mobile post-op and it would help if I had someone here to make food etc. and help me get back on my feet quicker.

If you want anymore info. just let me know.

Sx
 
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pcc1 said:
Hi, I'm 2 days post op, I had calf reduction at the Oz clinic. I will post a diary of my recovery at some point. Dr. Park and his team at Oz clinic are very nice and very helpful. I have come on my own which I would say isn't fantastic as you are not very mobile post-op and it would help if I had someone here to make food etc. and help me get back on my feet quicker.

If you want anymore info. just let me know.

Sx
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i would love to hear your experience !
 
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pcc1, best of luck on a quick and smooth recovery! Whenever you're feeling better, I'd love to hear how you're feeling. How many cms did you get off?

fxlulu, I hope to go to Oz Clinic early June, maybe we can see eachother if you're going late may. Also, the first post you made about hearing about that one person who went through the surgery..... where did you hear that sad rumor? And what doctors did you contact in the US about the surgery?

Thanks so much everyone! This forum is so informative and definitely provides the support we all need.
 
#1,550
creativeflower said:
pcc1, best of luck on a quick and smooth recovery! Whenever you're feeling better, I'd love to hear how you're feeling. How many cms did you get off?

fxlulu, I hope to go to Oz Clinic early June, maybe we can see eachother if you're going late may. Also, the first post you made about hearing about that one person who went through the surgery..... where did you hear that sad rumor? And what doctors did you contact in the US about the surgery?

Thanks so much everyone! This forum is so informative and definitely provides the support we all need.
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Hey, I was planning to do this year, but something came up and I have to delay this plan to next year. which is really SAD, (another summer I have to wear pants) I heard this sad rumor from another forum, unfortunately I cannot find the link anymore. Hopefully the rumor is not true. I did not contact doctors in the US about the surgery yet, I was wondering if you have. But many of the are against this type of surgery. Thats why I'm still hesitating to go. Another problem for me is that snowboarding is one of my fav sports, I'm really scared I won't be able to do this after the surgery.
 
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ffxlulu said:
Hey, I was planning to do this year, but something came up and I have to delay this plan to next year. which is really SAD, (another summer I have to wear pants) I heard this sad rumor from another forum, unfortunately I cannot find the link anymore. Hopefully the rumor is not true. I did not contact doctors in the US about the surgery yet, I was wondering if you have. But many of the are against this type of surgery. Thats why I'm still hesitating to go. Another problem for me is that snowboarding is one of my fav sports, I'm really scared I won't be able to do this after the surgery.
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Hey ffxxlulu, I'm sorry that you had to reschedule for another year :/ I'm so nervous as well, but it seems that most of the girls who have posted in this forum were able to recover after a month or so. I love to snowboard as well. At least for me, I usually feel my quads being used when I snowboard. I'm sure you use some of your calf muscles as well, but perhaps not as much?

I found one doctor in Germany who performs this: Dr Schumann, and one doctor in USA that does: Dr Perry at Pacific Aesthetic Institute in LA, CA.

I live in the US and it would be easier to fly to california or europe to have the surgery but both these doctors are not as experienced as Dr. park in Korea, so I think it will still go to korea. Since this surgery is probably only 6-7 years old, its important to have someone experienced. Dr Park has done hundreds of surgeries where as the Dr in germany said he's only does 2-3 a year (2 last year).

It's so incredibly nerve racking to think about actually getting this done...but if I think about how much less stress I'll have in the summer when people aren't staring at my huge calves ... I think it may be worth it.


Is anyone else planning on going this June/summer???
 
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creativeflower said:
Hey ffxxlulu, I'm sorry that you had to reschedule for another year :/ I'm so nervous as well, but it seems that most of the girls who have posted in this forum were able to recover after a month or so. I love to snowboard as well. At least for me, I usually feel my quads being used when I snowboard. I'm sure you use some of your calf muscles as well, but perhaps not as much?

I found one doctor in Germany who performs this: Dr Schumann, and one doctor in USA that does: Dr Perry at Pacific Aesthetic Institute in LA, CA.

I live in the US and it would be easier to fly to california or europe to have the surgery but both these doctors are not as experienced as Dr. park in Korea, so I think it will still go to korea. Since this surgery is probably only 6-7 years old, its important to have someone experienced. Dr Park has done hundreds of surgeries where as the Dr in germany said he's only does 2-3 a year (2 last year).

It's so incredibly nerve racking to think about actually getting this done...but if I think about how much less stress I'll have in the summer when people aren't staring at my huge calves ... I think it may be worth it.


Is anyone else planning on going this June/summer???
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Ya, I'm very positive I will be doing this surgery. I am sick and tired of wearing pants and not pencil skirts at work. How long are you planning to stay in Korea and how much you planning to spend (including surgery cost)? Do you think 10K USD would be enough?
 
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ffxlulu said:
Ya, I'm very positive I will be doing this surgery. I am sick and tired of wearing pants and not pencil skirts at work. How long are you planning to stay in Korea and how much you planning to spend (including surgery cost)? Do you think 10K USD would be enough?
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I would love to wear pencil skirts to work as well....hopefully one day!!

I haven't figured out the details quite yet. I just emailed Dr. Park some pictures and am waiting for a quote and a post-op virtual simulation of my calves. I am expecting to spend 10K at most...ugh which is so much, but it's a long-term investment! I plan on taking 2 - 2.5 weeks off from work. I hope I can walk normally to work after that. I don't plan on staying extra to site see in Korea. I will do that if I feel up for it during my recovery 2 weeks-ish there.


pcc1 -- we'd love to hear about your recovery! Hope its going well!!!
 
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Hi ladies

I am 2 weeks post op tomorrow, I returned home on Day 11 post-op, I managed a 12 hour flight home and walked through both airports, I was really pleased I managed to do this, the only thing I noticed was my ankles did feel wobbly with the fluid retention when I got home.

I can walk pretty normally in wedges now but walking on flats I'm still limping and walking at a snails pace.

From lying to standing I am stiff and sore mainly at the back of the knees, this is normal though, until you have done your first stretch then you start to get more movement in your calves and flexibility. I can spend about 45 mins on my feet then I feel exhausted and have to elevate my legs.

One thing I have realised about this surgery is everyones recovery is different, for instance my right leg recovered faster than normal and my left leg has recovered slower than normal, and Dr. Park has said I don't need another aspiration! This is music to my ears! For me at this stage spending too long on my feet takes alot out of me physically so I am feeling quite drained right now but this could be something to do with the jetlag too.

Another thing to be aware of is everyones pain threshold is different, there is a pain barrier to get through initially and then every time you stretch it is pretty uncomfortable BUT it becomes more and more bearable as your muscles start to heal but you have to persevere and push through the pain.
I had not anticipated the pain I would be in, this was a big shock for me but again this depends on how your body reacts to the surgery, for the first 3 days my left leg was on fire and I couldn't even touch it it was so painful, you may find that you are fine and both legs heal equally and you spring back, it can't be predicted.

My original circumference was 35.5 and last I measured I'd reduced about 1.5cms, but there is still swelling and hardness in my left leg and so I am not getting too hung up on the measurements at the moment. The shape of my legs have def. already changed they look alot straighter and slimmer which is great! I will measure again 1 month post op and this will give me a more realistic idea.

I def. recommend going with someone either who is having the surgery too and coordinating your visit or taking a friend for support mentally and physically helping you to get dressed, get food etc and for you to feel more secure about just venturing out in Korea.

I would def. recommend Dr. Park him and his team were fantastic, hes accomplished at this surgery!

I would check with Dr. Park about the snowboarding, I am sure you could get back to it at some point but you may have to take a long time out from your sport; your muscles will be fragile for some time and snowboarding requires quite a bit of use of your calves and balance, you wouldn't want to risk injury by overdoing it too early. I'd get a realistic idea from Dr. Park. If snowboarding is your job/career this may not be the best type of surgery to undergo, check with Dr. P, hes really helpful.


Hope this helps ladies

x
 
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The main thing I'd say is weigh up how your calves affect your lives, I was stopping myself from doing normal activities, I used to dread the summers and would never go on a summer break with friends, I was constantly trying to find clothes and footwear to cover them up, they were causing me problems in my relationships as I would never even let my partner walk behind me for fear that he might notice them and be shocked! Mad I know! They were inhibiting my life experiences to such a degree, that I had reached the end of my tether with them!

I sold virtually my entire wardrobe of clothes on ebay and didn't go out for almost a year to raise the money for the surgery and I have no regrets as I am now going to hopefully be able to live a more normal life!

:)
 
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Hi there,

Thank you and are you going to Dr. Park in July? Where are you travelling from?

I am Day 15 post op now and managed to walk 40 mins around the block today,very slowly and I've been trying to walk normally without limping or dragging my left leg.

I still have quite a bit of bruising and fluid retention around my ankles but this isn't as bad as it was, it just means I have to wear Ugg boots rather than trainers at this stage.

The Young Dong Hotel (Dr. Park's recommendation) worked out to be £54 a night with Dr. P's discounted rate, then there was the cost of the proceedure then the taxi to and from the airport which was 90,000 South Korean Won, (each way) there are cheaper options, you can get a coach for cheaper. The room service food delivery was between 6,000 and 12,000 South Korean Won (depending on what you choose) and then I also spent a little at the supermarket on fruit and milk but not alot.

There is a kettle, fridge and hairdryer in the hotel room. There is a power shower and I dragged a stool into the shower cubicle as standing for long is not easy. The beds are so comfortable, ask for extra pillows from reception so you can elevate your legs. The porters will help you with your bags, everyone in Korea I found to be very efficient and helpful.

I didn't venture around South Korea because I was on my own and too nervous to go out in a foreign country by myself so I didn't take any extra cash for transport or shopping.

I hope that helps.

x
 
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Thank you so much pcc1 for sharing your experience with us!! Your posts are much muuuchhh appreciated! I am definitely doing resection of gastro this August. I have decided on this for more than a year already. It's time to realize this. I am less lucky than you. My circumference is 38-39cm. My calves are almost as big as my thighs. They cause me so much disruptions in life as I am very self-conscious of them. I wear jeans even in the summer.
 
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Hi All

Im planning to go to Dr Park sometime this year although im still very nervous about the surgery whether there are any complications as its legs we are talking about :sweatdrop:

Originally i prefer Dr Jong as his rates seem much lower but im concerned about the partial removal of the Sol muscles which Dr jong does n which Dr Park is strongly against of.

Im from Asia n wonder if anyone is keen to travel together after May this year but before Oct?

Cheers.
 
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