Non-Surgical Calf Reduction Treatment in London

Frequently asked Questions

Who will benefit from calf reduction?

Individuals who have larger and hypertrophied calves can potentially benefit from calf reduction. 

What is the treatment aimed at?

Calf reduction is aimed at slimming the calves. 

What are the non-surgical options for calf reduction?

Non-surgical options of calf reduction include:
a.    Botox®: This is suitable for individuals who have a large or hypertrophied calf muscle(gastrocnemius) 
b.    Diet and Exercise: These measures especially help if the cause of larger calves is the excessive fat.

What does calf reduction with Botox® work?

The gastrocnemius muscle is the superficial calf muscle that is responsible for bulkiness and the definition of the calf.  Botox® is injected into gastrocnemius muscle. This  weakens the superficial fibres of the gastrocnemius muscle  and the end result is that the muscle becomes thin due to disuse atrophy.

Describe the calf reduction using Botox® procedure?

At Clapham Skin Clinic, we follow the following protocol: 

• Telephonic/face to face Consultation with our doctor who will take a full medical history. 
• Assessment of calves to identify the cause of the large calves.
• If the cause of the larger calves is deemed to be enlarged or hypertrophied muscles, Botox® treatment will be offered and this can be booked after a cooling off period. The treatment will be discussed in full including the potential complications of the procedure. 
• The procedure involves multiple injections of Botox® using a very small needle into the calf muscles(gastrocnemius). 

How often does the procedure need to be done? 

We recommend that the procedure should be repeated every 3 monthly until the desired effects are achieved. Following this, maintenance treatment is required 6 to 12 monthly. 

What are the potential complications of this procedure?

There can be an uneven reduction in volume in different areas. Rarely deeper injections can result in spread of Botox® into Soleus muscle that can lead to leg weakness and problems with balancing. 

Who performs the procedure?

This procedure requires a high level of expertise and experience. At Clapham Skin Clinic, the procedure is performed by Dr Baba, a highly trained and experienced aesthetic doctor who is also a senior trainer for this procedure at London Aesthetic Academy. (www.londonaestheticacademy.co.uk)