How can I make my calves smaller?

[gingersnaps99]

ooh_la is really scaring me. xP

I have not heard of this surgery causing paralysis, and none of the people who have said it is an issue have presented any evidence or links to where they have read that information.

I had the surgery 16 months ago and I can walk, run and jump just as well as I did before the surgery. The stretching is so that you can heal faster as the muscle will contract post-surgery - it has nothing to do with paralysis.

 

[ooh_la]

I'm currently trying to convince my parents too! Their biggest concerns are safety and "morality". My mother, in particular, is unbelievably stubborn and hard to convince.
BTW, where exactly did you read about those cases? I can't seem to find any.

Same here. She thinks it's entirely vanity and that once I get one feature fixed, I'll develop an addiction to plastic surgery.

Are you Korean? If you search for "Calf reduction surgery side effects" in Korean, you'll get plenty of results ranging from news articles to forums. Of course, you'll need to take any of this info with a huge pinch of salt because so much depends on the expertise of your surgeon. In Korean forums especially, you never know if a lot of the information is based on hearsay or if anyone's being paid to subtly advertise a clinic.

 

[ooh_la]

ooh_la is really scaring me. xP

I'm sorry, I didn't intend to scare anyone! I want this surgery as much as you guys do.
I wasn't aware that I was voicing any concerns that haven't been expressed in this thread before.
Although Dr. Park has an amazing reputation, if I ever get the procedure, I also want to consult other clinics favored by local Koreans. That being said, I think it's better to be aware of all the possible side effects, especially considering the invasiveness of the procedure.

 

[ooh_la]

Again, I don't mean to scare anyone!
But someone mentioned the lack of evidence regarding side effects.
http://english.donga.com/srv/service.php3?biid=2008121550508
http://www.valinew.com/bbs/board.ph...533;�����Î
http://cafe419.daum.net/_c21_/bbs_s...enc=&q=&nil_profile=cafetop&nil_menu=sch_updw
The first link is in English.
The next two links are Korean, both from the news channel KBS.
They talk about side effects including paralysis of the calf/ankle which forces women to walk on tiptoes.

 

[girliciousgirl]

Same here. She thinks it's entirely vanity and that once I get one feature fixed, I'll develop an addiction to plastic surgery.

Are you Korean? If you search for "Calf reduction surgery side effects" in Korean, you'll get plenty of results ranging from news articles to forums. Of course, you'll need to take any of this info with a huge pinch of salt because so much depends on the expertise of your surgeon. In Korean forums especially, you never know if a lot of the information is based on hearsay or if anyone's being paid to subtly advertise a clinic.

I'm totally on the same boat!

And yes, I am Korean... but I don't use the language. :/

 

[girliciousgirl]

Again, I don't mean to scare anyone!
But someone mentioned the lack of evidence regarding side effects.
http://english.donga.com/srv/service.php3?biid=2008121550508
http://www.valinew.com/bbs/board.php?bo_table=1_1&wr_id=113&sca=���Ƹ������Î
http://cafe419.daum.net/_c21_/bbs_s...enc=&q=&nil_profile=cafetop&nil_menu=sch_updw
The first link is in English.
The next two links are Korean, both from the news channel KBS.
They talk about side effects including paralysis of the calf/ankle which forces women to walk on tiptoes.

I can't read Korean, so I only read the first one. I wish they would have indicated the names of these two plastic surgeons!

 

[girliciousgirl]

I have not heard of this surgery causing paralysis, and none of the people who have said it is an issue have presented any evidence or links to where they have read that information.

I had the surgery 16 months ago and I can walk, run and jump just as well as I did before the surgery. The stretching is so that you can heal faster as the muscle will contract post-surgery - it has nothing to do with paralysis.

So you feel completely normal?
And do you have any regrets?

I'm glad that your surgery went well.

 

[jackkki]

Again, I don't mean to scare anyone!
But someone mentioned the lack of evidence regarding side effects.
http://english.donga.com/srv/service.php3?biid=2008121550508
http://www.valinew.com/bbs/board.ph...533;�����Î
http://cafe419.daum.net/_c21_/bbs_s...enc=&q=&nil_profile=cafetop&nil_menu=sch_updw
The first link is in English.
The next two links are Korean, both from the news channel KBS.
They talk about side effects including paralysis of the calf/ankle which forces women to walk on tiptoes.

so i read the article online and this is what it said"The cosmetic surgery clinic received two million (1,457 dollars) to three million won (2,185 dollars) for non-incisional calf reduction, which reduces muscle bulk in the calf, and partial resection of gastrocnemius muscle by using ultrasonic waves."

So the two methods are ultrasonic waves and non-incisional calf reduction in the article. The one that dr park does is endoscopic, which is different from the other two methods I believe. Someone correct me if I'm wrong. Nevertheless, It does not mean the endoscopic method does not carry the same risks.

 

[ooh_la]

so i read the article online and this is what it said"The cosmetic surgery clinic received two million (1,457 dollars) to three million won (2,185 dollars) for non-incisional calf reduction, which reduces muscle bulk in the calf, and partial resection of gastrocnemius muscle by using ultrasonic waves."

So the two methods are ultrasonic waves and non-incisional calf reduction in the article. The one that dr park does is endoscopic, which is different from the other two methods I believe. Someone correct me if I'm wrong. Nevertheless, It does not mean the endoscopic method does not carry the same risks.

Thanks for pointing that out, Jackkki--I didn't notice at the time

 

[dancinmama]

Has anyone ever experienced hard spots in the calf where the muscle was removed? My recovery has been sooo slow... Dr Park says its because of poor circulation. Anyone else experienced a very slow painful recovery and then developed hard spots? I just can't wait to get back to feeling normal...any sugestions would be so appreciated.

 

[jackkki]

Has anyone ever experienced hard spots in the calf where the muscle was removed? My recovery has been sooo slow... Dr Park says its because of poor circulation. Anyone else experienced a very slow painful recovery and then developed hard spots? I just can't wait to get back to feeling normal...any sugestions would be so appreciated.

are you saying that your calves grew back to same size, became hard and painful to walk?

 

[scaredcat]

Has anyone ever experienced hard spots in the calf where the muscle was removed? My recovery has been sooo slow... Dr Park says its because of poor circulation. Anyone else experienced a very slow painful recovery and then developed hard spots? I just can't wait to get back to feeling normal...any sugestions would be so appreciated.

hi dancinmama, massage for sure will help circulation. if Dr Park said can massage, then you should massage. Also, soak in hot water? Can you do that? You must massage the hard spots. Thats what my masseuse does with my back and she says poor circulation. I just booked my tickets. I dont know why it took me so long to decide on which airlines. I mean, it's not like I can take the Concorde so it would always be at least 14 to 16 hours. Can I ask you some practical questions on what to bring etc? Will email you.

 

[scaredcat]

so i read the article online and this is what it said"The cosmetic surgery clinic received two million (1,457 dollars) to three million won (2,185 dollars) for non-incisional calf reduction, which reduces muscle bulk in the calf, and partial resection of gastrocnemius muscle by using ultrasonic waves."

So the two methods are ultrasonic waves and non-incisional calf reduction in the article. The one that dr park does is endoscopic, which is different from the other two methods I believe. Someone correct me if I'm wrong. Nevertheless, It does not mean the endoscopic method does not carry the same risks.

jackkki, you are right. i actually wrote to Dr Park about this. Going to look for reply now and will post.

 

[scaredcat]

my question to Dr:

Also, please tell me that this article below is not the procedure we are looking at? http://www.zimbio.com/Cosmetic+Surg.../Class+action+Suit+Prevails+Against+2+Plastic

Dr's answer:

The article was written wrongly because the jounalist couldn't differentiate partial resection of Gastrocnemius muscle and nerve ablation.
As you can read, the doctors who were suited performed nerve ablation which can cause severe neuralgia and many complications.
That's the reason why I don't perform nerve ablation which is not effective and is more dangerous.
Partial resection of Gastrocnemius deals only muscle, not nerve.

 

[scaredcat]

hello girls, shall we start a THINGS TO BRING and THINGS TO DO post? We have this post in this thread so no one will miss it and all the girls who have done the surgery could also post their advice. I am just thinking we are all individuals so it will be helpful to have as many suggestions as possible even though no one will take everything! I will just start and if anyone likes this, please just expand by adding on.

THINGS TO BRING FOR SURGERY:

1. Wedges
2. Sinnech (Yllom told me this)
3. DVDs!!
4. Books!!
5. Probiotics
6. Knee guard (im bringing as I am sure knees need to be strong since calves will be sleeping...)
7. Money (surgery, food, what else???)
8. Compression stockings (do we get them or would Dr Park have them?)
9. Computer

THINGS TO DO BEFORE TRAVELLING
1. book air tickets
2. change money into USD or EUR
3. ask Dr Park to book hotel
4. book transport (any advice anyone?)
5. check temp in Seoul (5 deg celsius now)