Body lifting (torsoplasty, circular torsoplasty) is a complex operation aimed at lifting and removing excess skin and fat in the shoulders, back, flank, abdomen, thighs, and buttocks. As a rule, this operation includes several stages to work with different parts of the body. Shoulder, abdomen, and thighs can be performed at the same time, but if we are talking about a larger scope of intervention, it is better to divide the surgery into 2-3 stages.
As a rule, the need for bodybuilding arises after a significant weight loss in a short period of time. For example, when a patient loses more than 40 kilograms in six months. In this case, there is inevitably excess skin that is unable to shrink to its previous volume on its own. It has to be excised.
The prerequisites for bodybuilding are: stable weight of the patient (after weight loss) for more than 3 months, and ideally 6-8 months; dietary compliance; sufficient level of physical activity; stable somatic condition.
Results of the operation
Slim, toned body silhouette
Normal height-weight index
No hanging skin excess and loose soft tissue areas
The opportunity to lead a full sporting life
The ability to undress on the beach without embarrassment
Solving hygienic problems associated with diaper rash in the skin folds
Work examples
Operation time
3 - 4 hours
Anaesthesia
General
Inpatient
1 - 2 days
Rehabilitation
7 - 14 days
Result.
Beautiful, fit, athletic figure
Why you should do it
- Significant excess skin and fat after rapid weight loss of 40 or more kilograms
- Conditions after bariatric surgery (resection of a part of the stomach, gastric band, etc.)
- Condition after childbirth, accompanied by an overstretched PBS
- Age-related changes in the soft tissues of the body (ptosis of the shoulders, abdomen, flanks, buttocks, hips)
- Significant skin excess in the lower/upper body
Contraindications.
- Infectious diseases of the skin
- Diabetes mellitus, oncology, autoimmune diseases
- Unstable weight over the past six months
- Disorders of the respiratory system
- pregnancy
- intestinal disorders
- Organic lesions of the nervous system
Preparation
- Consultation with an anaesthetist and a thorough medical history
- Smoking cessation 4 weeks before surgery
- 3 weeks before the operation, you must undergo tests prescribed by your doctor
- Additionally, ECG, fluoroscopy, duplex scanning of the vessels of the lower extremities, ultrasound of the abdominal cavity
- Three weeks before the operation, cancel all potent drugs that affect blood clotting, dietary supplements, etc.
- The patient comes to the clinic, signs a contract and pays for the operation
- Photographs are taken to compare the results
Operation.
12 hours before the operation, the patient is prepared with medications
Preoperative markings are applied to determine the future contours of the body
The operation is performed under general anaesthesia
Excess skin and subcutaneous fat are isolated and excised
An additional stage of liposuction in certain areas of the body is possible
Skin flaps are redistributed and stitched with multi-row sutures
drainage is removed
Cosmetic sutures are applied to the skin
Aseptic and compression dressings are applied
In some cases, compression garments are worn directly on the operating table
Stages of the operation
Stay in the hospital for 1-2 days
On the second day after the operation, compression garments are provided, drains are removed
Inpatient dressings daily or every other day
Postoperative edema disappears on the 10-14th day
Sutures are removed on the 7-10th day
Wearing compression garments for 1-2 months
Restriction of physical activity for up to 2-3 months (depending on the scope of the operation)
Popular queries
When can I do sports after surgery?
You can and should return to full physical activity in 1.5-2 months after the operation. However, the first light walks can be made within two weeks after the operation
Will postoperative scars be visible?
After such a massive operation, scars are inevitable, but, as a rule, they become unnoticeable in six months to a year. In addition, most incisions are made in such a way as to camouflage scars in the bikini area or where they will be least noticeable (inner shoulder/thigh, etc.)
Are relapses possible?
Yes, if the patient does not follow a diet and does not engage in fitness for at least the minimum required time, weight gain will inevitably lead to new skin excess. But if all medical recommendations are followed, the effect of the operation is lifelong