A symbol of energy and strength, the arms, with their shape, texture and appearance, play a special role in the charm of the male body. However, the passing of the years causes the loss of muscle tone and elasticity of the skin and consequently its sagging, causing the arms to lose their previous shape. Often, fat deposits and excess skin on the arms cannot be eliminated with diet and in this case become a permanent problem for men. A strong diet and rapid weight loss can cause even young men (18 – 30 years) to sag the skin on the arms, creating deformities and discomfort in everyday life such as redness and burning of the skin in the areas of friction. This can be associated in some cases, over time, even with infections and skin lesions in the armpit area, which are difficult to treat with medicines and antibiotics. These problems are not always related only to excess weight, but are also a product of the loss of tone and elasticity in people with normal weight. The surgical arm lift consists of removing excess skin and fat and toning them, thus obtaining a harmonious and optimal result. In many cases the lift can be accompanied by liposuction for an even more pleasant result.
What should we know about the procedure?
- Before the procedure, pre-operative tests are performed (full blood count and blood group, coagulation tests, biochemical, viral, pregnancy and urine tests, visit with the cardiologist and ECG, visit with the anesthetist, etc.).
Starmed applies totally intravenous general anesthesia, which keeps blood pressure low, reduces the risk of bleeding and hematomas, minimizes the risk of nausea and vomiting and, for this type of surgery, is safer and more comfortable for the patient, as well as allowing the surgeon to work in optimal conditions.
The average duration is about 2 – 4 hours.
Depending on the needs, drains are applied that must be kept for 1 – 2 days.
One or two nights of hospitalization in the clinic.
Mild – moderate and normally tolerable pain.
Hematomas and edema on the inside of the arms that gradually disappear within 15 – 20 days.
Small scars in the armpit area and another along the inside of the arms, which are usually thin and faded.
Rapid recovery period, with gradual improvement in the appearance of the arms, the result is considered definitive 4 – 6 months after the operation.
Post-operative advice:
- Use of oral antibiotics, usually up to 5 days after surgery.
Removal of drains 24 – 48 hours after surgery (in those cases where they are placed).
Wound dressings every 3 – 4 days with the clinic staff.
Removal of stitches 10 – 15 days after surgery (in those cases where they are not absorbable).
Avoid forced movements and weight lifting for two weeks to a month after surgery.
Do not drive for the first 1 – 2 weeks after surgery.
Wear a special band for 1 month.
Avoid direct exposure to the sun.
Personal hygiene is very important after this surgery.
Gradual resumption of physical activity at least 2 months after surgery, according to the advice of Starmed staff.
Post-operative checks with Starmed staff according to our clinical protocols.