Uneven hips/waist - how to fix? (photos)

Question

One side of my waist is deeper than the other. Does anyone know why? Or maybe any excersizes or ways to fix it?

Semih Yildiz, MD, FEBOPRAS · Answer

Waist and hip asymmetry is very common and can come from pelvic or rib-cage shape, posture, scoliosis, muscle imbalance, fat distribution, or prior weight changes. In the photos, one waist hollow does appear deeper, but photos cannot show whether this is mainly bone structure, posture/muscle, or localized fat.

Exercise and posture work can improve strength and alignment, but it usually cannot change the bony pelvis or selectively fill or remove one waist hollow. If the asymmetry bothers you, an in-person exam with a board-certified plastic surgeon can determine whether conservative care, targeted liposuction, or sometimes fat grafting would be appropriate. I would avoid any procedure until the cause is clear and your weight is stable.

Stephen T. Greenberg, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question.  Looking at the photos you have provided, I would recommend some liposuction.  Lipo can help contour the midsection.  If you are normally uneven you may still be uneven but your Surgeons goals would be to improve you as much as possible.  I would suggest an in person consultation with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon.  Best of luck to you.

Jose A. Munoz, MD · Answer

Hi and welcome to our forum!Everyone is asymmetric. A mirror image of 1/2 of your face superimposed upon the opposite side will not look like you!If the asymmetry is due to uneven fat deposition, liposuction will significantly reduce the amount of asymmetry. If the source is asymmetry of the underlying musculoskeletal structures, however, it will be ineffective. A physical examination is required to differentiate between the two entities.Vis1it a board certified plastic surgeon for evaluation and discussion.Best wishes...

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Humorous427834,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

This uneveness is usually related to your back. Your spine is probably not straight and bends more to one side.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

All bodies are asymmetrical to some degree and yours falls within normal limits.  You can consider liposuction to help contours appear more even.  I encourage you to begin by visiting with a board certified plastic surgeon for a consultation to learn more.

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

The human body is highly asymmetrical. This is true for both the face, torso and extremities.
All internal organs are asymmetrically placed and all people have a dominant side such as being left-handed or right handed.
No one has a symmetrical torso.
Best,
Mats Hagstrom MD

Uneven hips/waist - how to fix? (photos)

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