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Calf
Implants Surgery |
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Calf implants
are a procedure to increase the size and shape of the calf,
resulting in a more defined and muscular appearance.
Most calf implant patients have lower legs that are out of
proportion from their upper legs. Men may be seeking added bulk,
while women may desire sexier contours in their lower legs. |
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What does
Calf Implant Surgery Involve? |
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Incisions can be placed behind the
knee in the crease and these become imperceptible. The space is made
exactly in the right place for the implant. This is above the
lateral or medial gastrocnemius muscle or both. These muscles are
usually very small. The tough ligament above the muscle (the fascia)
is incised to prevent too much pressure. |
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How long does
calf implant take? |
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General anesthesia is most commonly
used during placement of calf implants. The surgery takes
approximately two hours to complete. An overnight stay in the
hospital is recommended. |
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What can I expect
from the surgery? |
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You have to be realistic however most
patients find that the results are enlarged, full, contoured,
athletic, balanced lower legs. After calf implant surgery, the legs
appear more shapely and defined. |
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Recovery after the surgery |
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What will happen in
the recovery period? |
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It maybe painful to walk for about 2-4
days but any pain after implant surgery will be controlled with
medication. There are no stitches to remove. They are all
dissolvable. Swelling is moderate for the first week then gradually
resolves as with most surgery. |
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What is the
recovery time from Calf implant surgery? |
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Most patients can resume very light
walking and activities after the first week following calf implant
surgery. Patients usually want to plan at least one week off work.
You are usually able to return to full physical activities within
4-6 weeks. |
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