How can I make my calves smaller?

[Alal69]

Hello! I want to do it too at end of this year! Do you know what clinics are good and with a reasonable price? Marble quoted me about 320000!

I saved the money and I’m ready! If I could get away with having this done with dr Liu would be a lot more convenient for me to stay in the states. But if he doesn’t have the experience then I have no other choice. Plus I much rather have a scar behind the knee than in the inner part of my calves. Is anyone here planning on going to Korea in 2019 please let me know maybe we can do it together? I have a very flexible schedule but want to get this done asap so the sooner the better

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[moodari]

Hi, first timer here So glad I found this forum of supportive ladies!

I've felt so alone with this since I was around 11 years old - everyone around me has thin calves. My calves are bigger than my boyfriend's. Many of my guy friends have pointed out my big calves to me and whenever someone says anything about them, I just want to dig a hole and hide. I just want to wear dresses and shorts without feeling so self conscious.

Anywho- I've got a few questions if someone can help me!

-Has anyone gotten liposuction on their calves/ankles?
-How can you tell apart from what part of the fat can be lipo-ed and what can not? When I'm standing, I can still grab sections of, what I believe to be, fat. However, I assume that not all areas of fat I can grab are lipo-able?
-If I post photos/videos of my calves/ankles, would you ladies be able to help me determine if lipo would be effective for me?

 

[moodari]

I'm getting a quote from Dr. Su from Tampa Florida, he specializes in lipo and his results are incredible!! I've been watching his Youtube channel and I feel really confident about his work. You're awake during the surgery too which makes me happy! What do you ladies think? Their website is www.artlipo.com

Hi I am considering Dr Su as well! But he is not board certified... That makes me really nervous about him, but he has the best portfolio I've seen in the U.S.
I'm surprised that there are many patients trusting him even though all plastic surgeons heavily emphasize how important it is to see a board certified surgeon. I emailed ArtLipo a week ago about that and never got a reply. I'm curious to know what others think about all of this.

 

[brobn]

Hi I am considering Dr Su as well! But he is not board certified... That makes me really nervous about him, but he has the best portfolio I've seen in the U.S.
I'm surprised that there are many patients trusting him even though all plastic surgeons heavily emphasize how important it is to see a board certified surgeon. I emailed ArtLipo a week ago about that and never got a reply. I'm curious to know what others think about all of this.

I didn't realize he isn't board certified tbh. They got back to me, they are VERY fussy about the type of pictures you take *eyeroll* but I got a quote for $9000. For Knee complex which covers lipo in my knees and upper calves where I carry most of my bulk

 

[moodari]

I didn't realize he isn't board certified tbh. They got back to me, they are VERY fussy about the type of pictures you take *eyeroll* but I got a quote for $9000. For Knee complex which covers lipo in my knees and upper calves where I carry most of my bulk

Do you plan on doing it with him then? I don't live in Florida so I'd have to add in the cost of flights and hotel.

 

[brobn]

Do you plan on doing it with him then? I don't live in Florida so I'd have to add in the cost of flights and hotel.

I'm in England so I have to factor in flights and hotel too. I was also looking at Elixir de Vie Dr. Arthur he has amazing reviews and results!!! I would check out his youtube channel if I were you! Loads of videos I'm undecided at the moment

 

[sectarianscream]

I just put down a deposit for RF calf reduction in Taipei. I am looking for a 2cm reduction in each calf (37 cm each), let's see. There isn't much information about it apart from that it isn't super effective. During my consult in January there in Taipei, the doctor did mention it should last me 5 years at least. The cost isn't too much, about 2.5k USD, and since I'm getting sedated I will be doing Thermage and some lasering, and the flight there is about 4 hours from where I live, so I hope it will be worth a try!

 

[sectarianscream]

Anyone else did RF calf reduction? How many cm did you have reduced off, and how long did it last? Thanks! feel free to PM me!

 

[Gentle wind]

I just put down a deposit for RF calf reduction in Taipei. I am looking for a 2cm reduction in each calf (37 cm each), let's see. There isn't much information about it apart from that it isn't super effective. During my consult in January there in Taipei, the doctor did mention it should last me 5 years at least. The cost isn't too much, about 2.5k USD, and since I'm getting sedated I will be doing Thermage and some lasering, and the flight there is about 4 hours from where I live, so I hope it will be worth a try!

Don’t waste you money. It hasn’t worked for my jaw muscle and another purseforumer who did it 3 times on her calves. It will also give you scar tissue which makes it harder to operate if you decide to cut your muscle one day. Little research say it works. It is not proven to work but maybe you’re lucky and it works for you. It is not proven to work, so not a lot of clinics offer RF.

 

[Julia A]

[ near 1 year post-op ]
Hi ladies, it has been a long while since i last visited this forum. Okay, a quick update on my post-op recovery.

1. There is some asymmetrical between my left & right calves, where the right calf which Dr. park took out more, is now smaller and straighter, while the left calve is slightly bigger and more shapely.
2. The scar at the back of my knee is still there, but they are not noticeable unless you look closely at that area. However note that i did not apply any scar cream or any treatment, as i didnt mind the scar.
3. I can do running, sprinting, jumping, HIIT, strength training etc without any problem.
4. Sometimes my right calf feels tight, but there is no pain whatsoever. However do note that because of this tightness, it is a little stiff to bend my right leg.
5. I feel that my lower calves areas got a little bigger (?), maybe it's because my whole proportion changed or it's just in my mind.
6. I have absolutely no regrets in having this operation. I love my new legs and for the first time in my life, i actually think that my slightly shapely legs are quite sexy ? haha
7.The only pain that i feel occasionally, is during my walk to the office in the morning, where I have to climb stairs & slopes during my commute. It could be that my legs are stiff from the night and the morning "strenuous" walk, makes the calves muscle very tight and uncomfortable. However, the discomfort goes away as soon as i sit and rest, and i dont experience it anymore afterwards. I haven't experience any more cramps, nerve pain, or other form of side effects.
8. Sometimes i do think about whether to get a second surgery to correct the slight shapeliness of my left calf, but i really do not want to put my body under such trauma again. So, no plans for second surgery anytime soon.

I have attached my pre-op pic & my current 1 year post-op picture below.

 

[cherrymxy]

you can get the botox injection to minimize the size..although you need to maintain them like every 10month or so....just like the wrinkle on your forehead.

I know botox calf reduce, what about block nerves to reduce calf musles- no incision calf reduce. anyone have experience this ??

 

[cherrymxy]

Day 5

Today was just fantastic ! After having such a difficult time yesterday, my condition has finally taken a turn for a better today. My headache has subsided by 99% !!! I am so glad that it is gone, after being tormented by it for 3 days straight. The past 3 days were so unbearable and I could only eat standing up, or my headache will go out of control every time i sit and there goes all my appetitide. I am so relief that it's gone.

Went for my second post op check up today. The nurse was pleased with my stretching and taught me how to up my stretching game. The bruising on my right calf has spreaded to my right thigh the day before, and made my right thigh bigger. Dr Park and the nurse assured me that this is normal, which is great to hear. We took the train back to the apartment instead of taking the cab, and it was the longest 30mins walk I have ever taken. Throughout the journey, I was worried that my headache will come back and I will revert back to the sick and nausea condition like yesterday. Thank God, apart from being worn out from the walking and soreness in my calves, there was no other pain and discomforts.

Today afternoon, i took a look at the backview of my calves for the first time post op, and I was AMAZED and excited at how much smaller my calves look from the back. ( I will insert pictures of my before and a picture I took today)

This is the first good day after the surgery. Hopefully tomorrow will be great too !

- Julia

can I know which hospital you did surgery?

 

[moodari]

How can I tell which parts of my calves are muscle or fat that can be liposuctioned? Does the fat need to have certain qualifications, such as a certain cm of thickness to be able to be lipo'd out?

 

[Tremere]

Why did you prefer Dr. Jong in Taipei to Dr. Park in Korea and viceversa? Do they section different muscles?

I'm thinking about having this surgery done, as I found a doctor in my country that performs it (too afraid to go to Asia), but I haven't spoken to him just yet, I doubt he performs as many surgeries as these two, and the post op seems simply horrible.

 

[Christine92]

Hi guys, never ever go for calf gastrocnemius partial resection. I've done my research and read many positive reviews so i decided to do it with Dr Jong in Taiwan. Now i totally regret it! I asked many question related to operation and post-operation treatment, despite doctor assured that the tension will be very minimal after 6 months of operation and the postoperation scars will be just very tiny.. now after three years i must say that the tension is enormously huge, the legs swell in a way they never used to (especially when you seat too long in the office), the size did not reduce, the post-operation scars are very noticeable so you can't wear a short skirt and eventually, the calves changed into unattractive shape! Even hypertrophy of soleus muscle developed which added on more unnatural shape.. Also walking gets painful without compression sleeves which is very inconvenient in the summer. I am very ashamed of myself what i have done even more I am embarrased to show off my legs to anyone. Save your legs and don't believe any doctor who performs this barbarian operation, every muscle of your body is important. For the sake of money these doctors don't tell the real truth and you end up crying dissapointed. However you decide it is your choice, i hope you won't make the same mistake i did.