Calf Implants for CMT Muscle Loss - Wilmington, NC

I did a lot of research before making the plunge! The total cost was around $6400!! My calf muscles had wasted away due to the neuromuscular disease CMT (Charcot-Marie-Tooth.) I did not expect a huge change, but I admit that I was hoping for a more desirable result. There is only a small change. The first 2 weeks or so were very painful. I couldn't bend my legs to stand for a while. However, I chose not to use pain meds. That would help. The surgeon used 2 small silicone implants and placed 1 in the back of each leg. The incision goes behind the knees, so that's why it's more painful. Although my legs are still small, I do feel somewhat less insecure about them now. I am more inclined to wear shorts or a dress. My friends/family were very supportive. I realized that no one really cared about changes to my body! They all still see me as the same person...with or without muscles! That's what I personally gained from this experience!