When one loses a substantial amount of weight after years of severe obesity, skin elasticity in the upper arms will diminish. Brachioplasty (arm lift surgery) is a body contouring surgery designed to remove excess skin and stubborn fat from the upper arms, offering new body contours with just a few
Acute compartment syndrome is a rare, but potentially life-threatening risk of brachioplasty (arm-lift) surgery. Mainly affecting the forearm, major signs include pain and swelling of the affected muscles. Acute compartment syndrome requires immediate attention and is treatable through surgery. Are you tired of the loose skin and excess fat hanging
Indications: Post-pregnancy loose skin, abdominal muscle separation, and femoral hernia with functional issues Approach: Extended VASER Lipo-abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck) with Diastasis Recti and Femoral Hernia Repair Introduction A 44 year-old female who experienced significant weight loss presented with a moderate amount of post-pregnancy loose abdominal skin that extended beyond the lower
Should I get into shape before gynaecomastia surgery? Yes, being in shape can improve your surgical results and speed up recovery. This guide will explain why physical fitness matters, how fat affects the surgery, and what you can do to prepare. Key Takeaways Understanding Gynaecomastia Surgery Gynecomastia surgery, also known
If your goal is to eliminate excess skin and fat 360 degrees around your midsection after extreme weight loss, a belt lipectomy (lower body lift) procedure might be the next step. The only way to determine if you are a good candidate for a belt lipectomy is to meet with
Significant weight loss is a monumental achievement for people who’ve struggled with their weight. Unfortunately, rapid weight loss often leaves behind sagging skin folds that can rub uncomfortably and make the midsection look shapeless. This can be disheartening, whether you shaped up with weight loss surgery or dieting, A belt
For patients considering brachioplasty before the age of retirement, early compassionate release of superannuation funds can be a challenge. If the procedure is deemed medically necessary, however, accessing these funds may be possible if strict criteria are met. A superannuation fund, AKA super fund, is money that both an employee
Indications: Experiencing loose skin after losing 30 kilograms, leading to functional issues such as skin fold rashes in the lower abdomen. Approach: VASER Assisted Fleur de lis Abdominoplasty Surgery Because this patient experienced extensive loose skin and fat after losing weight due to gastric bypass surgery, a standard abdominoplasty surgery
After a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty), it typically takes two to six weeks, depending on several factors, (eg; type of procedure, wound healing rate, nature of work, etc.) before it’s safe to return to work. During this time, it is crucial to rest, maintain a healthy diet, and prioritise your health
Loose skin on the arms is quite common after massive weight loss due to bariatric surgery, post-pregnancy, or diet and exercise. And in a hot climate like Australia, it is difficult to hide that loose skin under baggy clothing. Brachioplasty, commonly known as an arm lift, is a surgical procedure