Surgery time
Around 0.5~1 hour
Anesthesia type
Local anesthesia with sleeping sedation
Hospitalization
Not required
Shower
3 days after surgery with waterproof bandages
Post surgery check-up
1 time (depending on the patient's condition)
Stitches removal
7~10 days after surgery (case by case)
Calf muscle reduction in Korea
The calf is mainly comprised of muscles and a small amount of fat. Since in most cases, the main contributor of calf size is the muscle, therefore, liposuction might not able to bring satisfactory visible results. It’s not easy to reduce the muscle size of those with bulky calf or genetically large calf by exercise, diet, or massage. There are various methods of calf muscle reduction: botox injection (non surgical), nerve block, radiofrequency reduction, and muscle resection. All methods are non-invasive but each has its own benefits.
There are 4 methods to reduce calf muscle
| Calf botox injection | Calf nerve block | Radiofrequency calf muscle reduction | Selective calf muscle resection | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ideal candidate | Small calf bulge | Small calf bulge | All cases | All cases |
| Advantages | Simple injection, no incision, no recovery period needed | A shorter recovery period, hidden micro incision | A shorter recovery period, hidden micro incision | A predictable result, noticeable visible result, no maintenance needed, hidden micro incision |
| Disadvantages | Maintenance is needed every 3~6 months, subtle calf reduction | Unpredictable result, subtler reduction, usually requires more than 1 session | An unpredictable result, subtler reduction | Tugging feeling for 1~2 weeks |
Process of calf muscle surgery
- Over-prominent muscle is exactly located through physical assessment
- Micro incision is made on the natural crease behind the knee, so it can easily be hidden
- Over-prominent muscle or nerve blocking is selectively reduced while safely maintaining muscle function
- Slim and tight calf is created
Calf muscle reduction surgery is recommended for those who
- Have bulky calf muscle
- Have unproportioned legs due to calf muscle size
- Have asymmetric calf due to muscle volume
- Cannot tone down calf muscle size by exercise, diet, or massage
- Wish to have balanced calf that will elongate the legs
A customized non-invasive procedure to semi-permanently reduce your calf muscle! Docfinderkorea’s bodyline contouring specialist surgeons can safely and precisely sculpt your calf.
- Perfect calf muscle design to match your body
- Safely and precisely reduce muscle so balanced, smooth, and natural leg line can be obtained
- Hidden micro incisions
- Fast recovery with latest technology and surgery technique
FAQ
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More before and after pictures
Great improvement can be expected if this surgery is performed together with:
Reminder: The pictures posted are for your reference only. The result may vary depending on individual conditions.