Can You Combine an Arm and Thigh Lift Together?

I lost 100 lbs after having gastric bypass and as a result I have redundant skin issues. I have had two body contouring procedures so far. In May I had a lower body lift and then last week I had an upper body lift. I am interested in having a thigh lift and arm lift in July. I have been told by one surgeon that he does not like to combine these due to mobility issues during recovery. I really want to limit my surgeries to three, can anyone offer advice on this matter?

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Surgery combinations after weight loss

I marvel at people who undergo the metamorphosis you are undergoing. Losing a hundred pounds? Amazing. Getting rid of all of that loose skin? Transformational. You've already completed a lot of the process. You want to be done with it and move on. Yes, it's possible to combine arm lift and thigh lift surgery. That combination is pretty difficult, though, in terms of recovery. The arms swell and for a few days it's kind of like the... more

Thigh and arm lift

Most patients that need thighs also need other procedures done, like brachioplasty. Therefor, these two surgeries are very often combine.

Arm Lift and Thigh Lift Combination

To some extent, this will depend upon individual needs and goals. If the arm lift and thigh lift are both extended, I would not do both at the same time. I perform these procedures frequently and quickly, but an extended arm lift will take 2.5 hours and the extended thigh lift will take 3 hrs minimum. In addition, taking care of yourself can be an issue afterwards. Find the plastic surgeon with ELITE credentials who performs hundreds of... more

Arm and thigh lift

I think your surgeon is right. While you can have both done at the same time, it may limit your ability to get around.

Steven Wallach, MD

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What procedures can I combine for a body lift?

Thank you for your excellent question. The short answer is yes, you can combine arm and leg procedures in one setting. There will be mobility issues in that with what i am assuming the medial thigh lift and the brachioplasty will have you sore in all four of your extremities. You need to work with a surgeon who has extensive experience in performing these procedures and you need to make sure that you have adequate help at home and time off from work. Best of... more

Can An Arm Lift And Thigh LIft Be Combined?

The quick answer to your question is yes, you can combine an arm and thigh lift as long as long as you are medically stable and can tolerate a potentially prolonged operation. While I can understand your desire to limit yourself to three post-bariatric plastic surgery procedures, combining these two is likely to make maneuvering during the first one to two weeks of your recovery difficult. Since it is uncomfortable to walk, and strenuous arm activity (which is not advised while... more

Arm Lift Combined with Thigh Lift After Weight Loss

Both an arm lift and a thigh lift are recoveries that can be extremely aggravating. My patients tolerate lower body lifts and upper body lifts more easily. The fresh incisions on your arms and legs rub with every movement, so you are inclined not to move in the first couple of weeks. Immobility sets you up for complications. It really is a better idea to have these two separated in time sequence for reasons of mobility and comfort, even if it is inconvenient to... more

Can You Combine an Arm and Thigh Lift Together?

The one problem with this particular combination is that if it hurts to walk enough to need crutches you may be out of luck. Otherwise, if your health is good, and neither procedure is more complex than usual, doing both at once can be done. Three months should be enough time for recovery. Best wishes.