How can I make my calves smaller?

[chickychic]

joanna said: ↑

^^^^ same here...

I try jogging really slowly and for longer periods while concentrating to tighten my thighs (Focus on the thighs and I automatically put pressure on the muscles) and completely losening any pressure on my calves (does this make sense?)....

And just from jogging I've tightened up my calves a bit, but I can NEVER have one of those tight skinny long& lean calves... sigh...

I'm thinking Lypo will be the only way...
Remove all the fat cells there...

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I also had the same concerns before I did my thighs lipo as well. My doc was recommended calf nerve block surgery because I got a big muscle rather than fat on calf. if I wants but he told me I still got the good shape of calf which is not really necessary to do it.
However, I may go to 365 again to do my calf when I do my arms next month.
why don't you just have a consultation or send email to some of clinics about the calf?

 

[marrob]

I recommend Koun Clinic over 365. My friend had lipo at 365 and regretted not having it done with me at Koun because my procedure turned out way better. They also charge too much, in my opinion. You might want to get a consultation. It's right down the street from 365.

 

[cher2014]

Thigh muscle cannot remove rite..

 

[chickychic]

marrob said: ↑

I recommend Koun Clinic over 365. My friend had lipo at 365 and regretted not having it done with me at Koun because my procedure turned out way better. They also charge too much, in my opinion. You might want to get a consultation. It's right down the street from 365.

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I am sorry about it.
I went to Koun clinic webpage but I have no idea what they are offering and about.
Somehow, I am afraid to go Koun because I never heard before and also not heard reputation from my friends or people about Koun.
I may try to make an appointment with several clinics including 365..

 

[chickychic]

cher2014 said: ↑

Thigh muscle cannot remove rite..

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They can not cut the muscle but they block the muscle so that can not be bigger.

 

[marrob]

@chickychic

I understand your concern. The ones foreigners usually go to are the clinics that specifically advertise to them. The "hidden gems" are mostly frequented by the local population and there isn't much information, in English, on them. Hope you find a clinic to your liking and they quote you a fair price. good luck^^!

 

[chickychic]

marrob said: ↑

@chickychic

I understand your concern. The ones foreigners usually go to are the clinics that specifically advertise to them. The "hidden gems" are mostly frequented by the local population and there isn't much information, in English, on them. Hope you find a clinic to your liking and they quote you a fair price. good luck^^!

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I totally understand what you mean
If a lot of local people go to a clinic then that clinic will be a good clinic in both skill and ads.
I think you can find suitable clinic through consultation rather than just research
List up some clinics then go for consultation. It would be helpful to find your clinic.

 

[black-caviar]

@chenL
I have a few questions about swelling- I'm 6 weeks post op and I notice my left calf gets swollen/fluid build up easily. How long did it take before you notice this stopped happening? Also do you have empty spaces where the muscle was removed?

 

[black-caviar]

ChenL said: ↑

@ Marrob
hello there, I had surgery with Dr. Park on Feb 23rd. 2015. It was my only surgery, and I researched 3-4 months prior to scheduling with Dr. Park. I appreciated his expertise, he answered all my questions promptly, he was very patient and kind; on email. I met Dr. Park and his team Ami and Susan in February and they were just as amazing and friendly. They helped me alot with emotional support and stretches. I spent around $10,000 USD flying there, hotel, food, and surgery. It is the greatest investment of my life for my body. I don't regret it one bit. Korea is a beautiful country filled with open minded people, who are very kind and understanding to tourists. It was the best 2 weeks for me. Hotel Young dong was so wonderful too, the drivers were always ready to give me a ride to clinic, even taking me to buy groceries. Good people all around helped made my experience in Korea getting surgery a good one.
About surgery, yes, you will need pain and antibiotics medicine. they will give you. However, I brought extra pain medications for myself. For the two weeks, I did alot of resting and stretching. To this day, 5 months later, I still stretch a minute or so every morning. I walk normal now. I'm able to run a lil bit. I've went dancing in short dresses. My boots fit beautifully. My scars behind the knee are still there, it should fade away in a year or so.
Between Dr. Jong and Dr. Park... I chose Dr. Park, for his extensive expertise, professionalism. He had gained my trust through email, also during the surgery, and his kindness after surgery, keeping in touch with me, making sure I'm doing well. I'm thankful for Dr. Park, his skills has made a big difference in my daily life. I'm able to live and dress the way I want, not wish I could.

@Love.chanel; limping is normal at 14 days post op. Probably up til 2 mos for some people. I wouldn't wear heels yet. Stretching and elevating your legs, massaging your legs daily helps alot.

I was a size 36.5cm, I'm now mainly a size 32-33cm. Dr. Park did well. I adore the whole team, they are small company, but compassionate, personable, and kind. I wouldn't choose another company for my calves.

have a good day everyone!

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@ChenL
I have a few questions about swelling- I'm 6 weeks post op and I notice my left calf gets swollen/fluid build up easily. How long did it take before you notice this stopped happening? Also do you have empty spaces where the muscle was removed?

 

[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 what did your calves measure before surgery please? Sorry if you have mentioned this in your previous post

 

[cher2014]

Anyone did the radio frequency process for calve reduction? Wanna know e main difference between this n the actual calf muscle reduction surgery.thanks

 

[chickychic]

cher2014 said: ↑

Anyone did the radio frequency process for calve reduction? Wanna know e main difference between this n the actual calf muscle reduction surgery.thanks

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I have done radio frequency for my thigh as my post-op treatment.
I do not think it will helps for size reduction especially for calf muscle.
RF was helpful to relief my bruise and swelling for my thighs but it does not really helped me for muscle reduction.

 

[jeet-dhindsa]

cher2014 said: ↑

Is there also thigh muscle reduction? The back of my mnee muscle seems huge too..is there anythin docs can do?

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Hi there are specialty clinics that perform calf reduction and leg augmentation procedures. You'll need to have a diagnosis first to determine how much of your concern is due to muscle vs fatty tissue. Typically liposuction is performed for thigh augmention, but again it's best to consult with a doctor to determine if it's right for you.

This is a clinic in Seoul that only focusses on leg beauty procedures: JSME Clinic

 

[cher2014]

Thanks Jeet! Anyone been to jsme clinic b4? Is it me or wat. .i saw e b&a pics they look a bit photoshopped..

 

[jeet-dhindsa]

cher2014 said: ↑

Thanks Jeet! Anyone been to jsme clinic b4? Is it me or wat. .i saw e b&a pics they look a bit photoshopped..

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I was actually in the same building today a friend of mine just opened her dental clinic right above JSME, and wanted to show me around.

I can drop in again and see if they have better photos. They're a specialty clinic, and the doc is pretty helpful. He once helped me find a good clinic for a knee scar patient I was originally asking him to check out. I originally went to him because he only focusses on legs.

As for photo editing, I always tell patients not to hang their hat on B & A photos, especially from websites. They're just good to use as guidelines.

In my opinion, the most accurate photos at clinics are usually the untouched ones they're not allowed to publish, but can only be seen during consults when they pull up other patient case files.