How can I make my calves smaller?

[camber]

CSWW said: ↑

I live in Bristol. Are you planning to go this summer?

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I would go to South Korea with someone but if going along would prefer to use Dr Liu in LA. Although Dr Liu seems to want to go down the RF and Botox route and I think neither works. Better to go for the partial resection and I have asked his office to confirm he is OK to do resection.

 

[camber]

Hi Emily

For me I cant do this summer as too much going on. Plan to have it done over the Christmas period as that I when I have longest off work and I think it would be too hot in summer to wear the stocking etc. I am not getting good enough feedback from Dr Liu's office just thanks for getting in contact etc and as said he seems to prefer RF or botox so I think I will have to chose Dr Park or Dr Jong.

 

[camber]

Hi Rocket

Sounds like a good result. I bet you are glad its over. I would like to go December time and Dr Park or Dr Jong seem to be the only two in the world getting results. Keep posting your progress it gives others confident to go ahead.

 

[christy2]

Black Caviar said: ↑

Hi Forumers,

I had my op with Dr Jong. I have written about my experience below.


Consult one day prior to operation:
I arrived at the clinic for my consultation where Dr Jong used an ultrasound machine to check precise thickness of leg muscles. He drew markings on legs and ran through operation and provided opportunity to ask any questions. Also took lots of photos and a video of my walking. He said he will also do lipo around knees to provide better contour of legs. Consultation ran for approx 1.5hours. I felt he was very thorough.

Op day: everything ran smoothly, It took a long time! Had operation under spinal. Spinal needle was relatively painless and took effect quite quickly. Op went from 10:30-4:00, fell asleep during procedure I was so so relaxed. After procedure no pain. Had to lie completely flat for 24 hours. Clinic provided meals for the entire 2 day stay.

Day 1 PO:

AM: Slight pain behind knee. Achy feeling in L leg (similar to big session at gym). Tried to straighten foot and felt a warm burning sensation so stopped! Drains collection blood although not a lot which I'm told is good.
R=36cm L=37cm
Started Arnica tabs and Dr Jong gave panadol and riboflavin tablets 3 times per day.
After noon- some burning pain in my left leg when pushing down. This is apparently nerve pain. Dr Jong informed he removed 150grams of muscle from left calf and 150g right calf.
Fell asleep at 1 am, trouble getting comfortable because of drains and catheter tubes in the way!

D2 PO:
Last morning at clinic. Walking very slowly with wedges. Dr Jong removed drains... OUCH! At least it only took a second or 2 to pull them out but I did gasp.
Back to hotel, walking flat on right foot with some tightness still on toe with Left foot.
Did not need wheel chair or walking aid to get back into hotel- just walked very very slowly and rested for evening.
Still taking Aneca, panadol and nerve pain tablet. Seems to be doing the trick. Some hip pain from odd sleeping position.

D3 PO
Had a sponge bath and decided to get out of my hotel room. Legs quite tight (similar to big session at gym). Practiced my walking up and down hotel room. Still can only walk on toe on left leg. I started to feel frustrated because I am impatient and just want to walk normally again ASAP but then realised I need to be patient! Went and sat by pool for the day which was great to change the atmosphere. Decided in the late arvo to head to the supermarket so went out for an hour in my wedges. Initially my walking was quite slow but the more I walked the easier it became. No one would have been able to tell I had an operation, I was confident my walking looked normal by end of shopping trip. Legs did feel tired upon return. Dr Jongs protocol is to rest for one week and only walk to bathroom or when necessarily... I can't sit still for more then 5 minutes so this was tricky for me. Occasionally during my shopping trip I would get pins and needles in my left foot (sometimes it was a warm burning pain that lasted a few seconds) but I made sure I was careful with my walking and didn't overdo it. Back to the hotel and rested for the remainder of the night. Before I went to bed I tried walking on flat feet and was suprised I could with little tightness. I have been taking Anica religiously every 4 hours as well as riboflavin tablets. No pain killers though since I left the clinic because I haven't had any pain.

D4 PO
Morning: Woke up and where my stitches are felt a bit itchy and sore (may have slept in a certain way that put pressure on them). As soon as I woke up to go to the bathroom i walked flat footed. A little slow and tight at first but the more steps I took the easier it became.

Had check up with Dr Jong today. He used his ultrasound machine to check for hematoma and seroma and change dressings. Everything was fine and swelling at a minimum. Went shopping for about 1/2 hours then went back to the hotel and rested. I will be leaving tomorrow to head back home. It's been a short stay here but and enjoyable one.

D5 PO
Morning: Woke up a little stiff this morning. Went for an appointment at 9:30am with Dr Jong, I walked there all was fine but a tiny bit of discomfort in my left leg. He changed dressings and examined with the ultrasound machine. I have some fluid built up in my left leg so he aspirated this for me. He attributed this to me being on my feet shopping for too long yesterday. None the less this is my last day here so he ran through post operative care instructions for me back home. He also took measurements and assessed my walking. I can now walk flat footed, takes a minute or so for the tightness to subside but once this does I am fine. He has recommended that I start doing stretches after 2 weeks when he said the muscle starts to contract. He has asked me not to push myself until then and to not walk too much as this will give my legs an opportunity to heal. I flew back home that afternoon. Because I couldn't elevate my legs I found it a little uncomfortable on the long plane ride home but none the less just distracted myself by watching movies. Getting around the airport preflight was absolutely fine as I wore my wedges.

D6 PO
My legs more a little more swollen then usual from the plane flight. Have been walking around my home in flat slippers. I feel a little stiff when ever i get up but within a minute this subsides. Took my stockings off to sleep last night as it was a little more comfortable... Bliss

D7 PO
Can't believe it was a week today I had my op... Seems surreal that's it's all over when I think about it. Walking is still fine with the usual tightness when I first get up. I have been resting and not walking when not necessary. Dr Jong told me he sculpted my legs to each be 35cm, currently my legs are sitting at 37cm each but I know this is just swelling and I'm not to focussing on measurements during the post operative healing process. I've told myself I'm letting my body heal for at least 3 months before I focus on measurements.

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Hi Black Caviar... what are your measurements now and are you pleased with the results ....did you only want a small reduction when you had the op?

 

[camber]

I have read that a small reduction can yield good results as it is the sculpting and not the overall reduction. However, I think I would be happier to measure 4 to 5cms less post op

 

[christy2]

I think from the conversations we had Dr Jong suggested I would notice at least a 3-4cm reduction though I acknowledge it is the overall shape that counts. I expect that the recovery may be longer if there is a larger reduction.

 

[queenf]

I'm thankful to have found this thread, my calves have been bothering me my whole life as it is also genetic so stretching/working out does not help. I'm going to be going to either Dr. Jong or Dr. Park this fall. Before this, I have some concerns and if anyone who has gone through the procedure can answer them, I would be really thankful.

- Would it be fine to drive two/three weeks after this procedure? (Short drives to work)
- Is the limping noticeable for those of you who mentioned it?
- How many hours of walking a day after the procedure is do-able?
- How long did you stay in bed after the procedure?
- I saw some people mentioning that they wore flats while I read on the clinics sites that heels must be worn, which is true?

 

[maxyis]

shoegalalabama said: ↑

I used to run everyday and then do 40 mins on the stairmaster... my calves got bigger and in my opinion, too muscly - it especially shows when i wear heels as the muscle is defined... (why cant my abs tone up so quickly???) I dont go on the stepper now.. but I had no fat before so maybe thats why they got muscly.

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i dont think running works i have been doing it for ages. no reduction

 

[bellaroo_23]

you know you can get botox for your calves?? my friend got it done when she went to korea last year

 

[chloekng]

hi black caviar,

I'm new to this forum... Actually, new to blogging in general. But I was wondering if I could get some feedback and advice from you. I scheduled my surgery first week of August in LA with Dr. Liu and he recommended the Rf ablation method. I'm not sure if it was you that tried this method and results were unsuccessful? Could you tell me why you wouldn't recommend this method of surgery? Thanks!!

 

[chloekng]

hello evachan,
Did you have the surgery done with Dr. Liu? If so, which surgery method did you elect? I had a consultation and the RF nerve ablation was recommended and I scheduled my surgery for August. I'm now, thinking I should reconsider my surgery options...

 

[elle_07]

camber said: ↑

Hi Emily I am from UK and thinking of going to LA. Where do you live in UK. I live in London

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Hi Camber and Emily. Are any of you considering of going to Dr. Park this summer (August) to undergo partial muscle resection? By the way, I am also from London, UK.

 

[elle_07]

Hello again guys! Is anyone going to Dr. Park this month of August to get partial muscle resection done? I am from UK and I plan to go there soon.
However, I feel hesistant about travelling around the places in the country on my own. I am worried that I will not find my way to the clinic when I arrive. Also, I have several questions about payments for the hotel.

For those who stayed in Youngdong Hotel, can you pay with card or cash? I know Ephthatha hotel (now called E-residence) is cheaper but is it actually good and safe to stay there?

Also, did you withraw the lump sum for the payment for the surgery before you departed in your country? Were you not worried about the money being stolen or lost before you even arrive at the clinic to see Dr. Park?

If anyone can share their experiences on this particular matter it would be huge help!!

 

[elle_07]

CSWW said: ↑

Hello everyone,

I am new to this and I really hope to be able to participate in this discussion. I have been very embarrassed with myself for having such bulky calves.

I am from United Kingdom and I am thinking of having my calf-reduction surgery done in summer 2016. Am wondering if anyone is thinking of having the same operation done with Dr.Park this year?

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Hello CSWW!!! I am from UK too and plan to go to Dr. Park this month!! I am looking to buy my flight ticket for next week already.

Have you already gone to him or are you still in UK?

 

[happychallenger]

Black Caviar said: ↑

Hi
I didn't do the RF because I have heard there is a chance of muscle growing back and after previous experience with neurectomy i wanted to make sure that my next procedure ensured permanent results. I also told that if you have RF then if you decide to have partial muscle resection, the results won't be the best because of scar tissue RF creates. If you want something wihh permanent result I would recommend partial muscle resection. For me post op recovery was fine, had no issues at all

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Hi Black Caviar, are you still active on PurseForum? If you are could you please please please email me. I have my surgery booked with Dr Jong on October 12, 2016 and have a couple of questions that I hope you can help answering. I would really appreciate it, here's my email: [email protected], thanks so much!!