Thinking about slimness and beauty, every girl understands that diets alone will not do it.
The skin in some places, especially on the hands, becomes flabby and sagging over time, and therefore does not look entirely aesthetically pleasing.
This happens because in the forearm area, for example, muscle mass increases the slowest.
Many girls and guys are trying to find out how to remove sagging arms.
The answer to this question is simple: you need to exercise the biceps (biceps) and triceps (triceps) muscles of mice.
Causes of sagging hand skin
There are several factors that lead to loss of firmness and elasticity of the skin in the arm area:
- Lack of physical activity, weak, untoned muscles;
- Age-related changes in skin tissue, which will be a consequence of lack of hydration, loss of elasticity, decreased production of elastin and collagen;
- Large volume of adipose tissue;
- Bad heredity;
- Dramatic weight loss, the fat layer in this case decreases quickly, and the tissues cannot shrink so quickly, so they remain hanging on the arms in the form of an unattractive bag.
There are many ways that can restore lost tone and elasticity to the hands, ranging from plastic surgery - the most drastic, to diet, physical activity, and an active lifestyle. There are also many other methods, the combined use of which will allow you to cope with this problem faster and more effectively: massage, contrast showers, drinking plenty of fluids, masks and wraps, special modeling creams, a balanced diet.
Hand skin plastic surgery - brachioplasty
Brachioplasty is the removal of excess sagging skin on the arms in the shoulder area. A vertical incision is made on the inside of the upper arm, then excess fat is removed and the skin is stitched together. After the operation, you will need to wear a bandage and compression garments - these are mandatory recovery measures. After such a surgical intervention, the suture marks will not completely disappear, but will become quite pale and almost invisible.
The essence is to create aesthetically attractive hands, it is used regardless of age, and is popular among both men and women. The indication for brachioplasty is the presence of a fold of skin on the inner surface of the shoulder.
Brachioplasty is not performed in the following cases:
- Exacerbations of chronic diseases;
- Planned weight loss or gain;
- After surgery on the axillary group of lymph nodes;
- Previous mastectomy;
- Diabetes mellitus;
- Blood diseases;
- Breastfeeding and pregnancy;
- Skin lesions in the area of the proposed operation;
- Oncological diseases;
- Diseases of the cardiovascular system;
- Tuberculosis;
- Exacerbation of herpes;
- Infectious diseases.
The correction technique and area of intervention are determined by the surgeon after examination and necessary tests. The operation is performed under general anesthesia and lasts no more than 1.5-2.5 hours. Various brachioplasty techniques can be used:
- Transaxillary: performed when the excess tissue is insignificant. Then a small incision is made, the scar after suturing is practically invisible.
- Extensive: carried out when there is a large amount of excess tissue. The incision extends from the armpit to the elbow. Excess skin and subcutaneous fatty tissue are removed along the edges of the incision, and the edges of the wound are sutured.
- Complex technique: performed in conjunction with liposuction or plastic surgery on other parts of the body.
After the operation, the patient is under the supervision of specialists for about 3 more days. Further supervision by a plastic surgeon and routine examinations will be required. If regular sutures were used during the procedure, they are removed 10-14 days after the intervention. During the recovery period, the patient wears a bandage for at least 3 weeks.
The result of brachioplasty can be fully assessed only after 2 months. Special ointments can speed up the healing process.
Hand plastic surgery – liposuction
Liposuction is the removal of excess fat from the side and back of the shoulder. This is done if the skin is elastic enough. Several small incisions are made in the skin and excess fat is sucked out, usually using ultrasound and vacuum. The rehabilitation period after such an intervention is about 3 weeks.
This is the most common operation, which has many indications:
- Sagging skin on the inside of the shoulder area, which occurs under the weight of fat deposits;
- Large size of the shoulder area, which is disproportionate to the whole body;
- Lack of results with targeted physical training of the problem area;
- The deposition of adipose tissue is not too abundant, since pumping out a large amount of fat can lead to disruption of certain functions in the body;
- The skin must be dense and elastic so that sagging areas can tighten themselves after surgery;
- The patient’s age should not be more than 55 years, but the individual characteristics of each case, tolerance, and endurance are taken into account, so the age limit may be 45 years.
After liposuction, the effect will not be noticeable immediately. Guaranteed results can be observed within 6 months.
Hand liposuction is considered one of the safest surgical procedures for eliminating sagging skin on the hands.
The most noticeable advantages of liposuction include:
- the shoulder area acquires a clear contour and does not sag;
- restrictions on clothing are a thing of the past;
- hands acquire proportional sizes, they are no longer disharmonious with the whole body;
- very fast postoperative period;
- makes it possible to carry out a complex of procedures;
- patients are minimally at risk of complications.
After surgery, you will need to limit physical activity and wear special compression garments.
Relief complex
This complex is designed for those who have a certain sports training and have been involved in sports for some time, but beginners can also try it if they wish. You can perform the exercises in any order, the main thing is to do a good warm-up first. It is very important to monitor the technique and not skip any exercise from the complex, because uneven load can lead to muscle strains.
One-arm dumbbell row
This exercise is ideal for those who dream of sculpted, beautiful arms . For it you will need a dumbbell weighing at least 5 kg (for beginners) as well as a hard, stable surface (in the gym this is a bench for the press).
Place one hand and one leg bent at the knees on the bench. The other leg should be firmly on the floor. The back is straight, the neck cannot be bent, the gaze is directed forward. With the other hand, you need to slowly lift the dumbbell, pressing it to your chest and holding in this position for a few seconds. The number of repetitions also directly depends on your individual characteristics and skills. Professionals recommend doing deadlifts of 15 reps per set. Thanks to the exercise, the biceps brachii, deltoid muscle, brachioradialis muscle, and back muscles are perfectly worked out.
Hand plastic surgery – liposculpture
Liposculpture is a surgical procedure to reshape the arms using one's own fat. For this purpose, adipose tissue is used after liposuction of the shoulders or other area. This way you can add volume, curve and give smoothness to your arms. This makes sagging skin look more youthful and elastic.
This is a relatively new technique, but it is gaining popularity, despite the fact that it is quite painful and expensive. Small incisions are made and a small amount of fat is removed using a syringe or catheter. It is usually used to remove small cosmetic defects.
After taking fat from the donor area, several small incisions are made in the treated area and through these incisions the fat is injected under the skin using a syringe. Fat is distributed through the veins and soft tissue, but in this case you need to be very careful so that unwanted lumps do not appear. As a result of liposculpture, wrinkles are eliminated, the skin is tightened and smooth, and the contours acquire a pleasant smoothness. It is performed in cases where traditional liposuction is not possible. This procedure should only be trusted to a qualified surgeon, because the risk is very high. On our website you will find just such specialists with whom you can make an appointment online.
Hand peeling
Chemical peels, which are so popular in facial care today, are also gaining considerable popularity in hand skin care. Light peeling can not only whiten the skin of your hands, but also smooth out its wrinkled surface.
This is an excellent anti-aging product that is available to everyone. Salon peeling comes in several varieties:
- Acidic: Retinoic and fruit acids are used. Depending on the situation, superficial, medium or deep peeling may be required.
- Mechanical: mechanical devices are used. Mostly microcrystals or a rotating brush are used.
- Physical: ultrasound or laser, which cuts off the top layer of skin and completely renews it.
Peeling activates the production of your own collagen, the skin becomes smoother, more elastic, and its color is evened out. Peeling is usually carried out in a course. To completely get rid of the problem, several sessions will be required, the duration and features of which are determined by the doctor. To keep your hand skin toned, it is recommended to regularly conduct such courses. The optimal time for this would be autumn and spring, when the sun is not so active.
Peeling is a very effective non-surgical minipulation that does not require a recovery period and shows good results.
General recommendations for rapid weight loss
Of course, training will help give your arms definition and get rid of sagging. But it is very important to follow the technique and adhere to regularity. If you exercise once every two weeks, the effect is unlikely to be noticeable. If your schedule allows, you can train 3-4 times a week; in other cases, 8 full workouts per month will be enough. In order to follow the technique, at first it is best to focus on video tutorials, of which there are plenty on the Internet.
Also, to get quick results, it is important to adhere to the basics of proper nutrition and stay hydrated.
- You should not sharply limit yourself or eat nothing at all. It will be enough to exclude harmful foods such as sugar, carbonated drinks, smoked foods, fatty foods and flour.
- Reduce your usual portions, eat little, but more often, 4-5 times a day. The stereotype that you can’t eat after 6 has long been outdated, but still try not to overeat at late times of the day.
- You need to drink at least 1.5-2 liters of clean water per day, this will help speed up metabolic processes in the body and enhance the effect of weight loss in general.
Remember also that properly selected care will help make your hand skin more elastic. After training, use various scrubs and peels, then apply a special cream or gel. Thus, with an integrated approach to combating sagging arms, you will achieve results in the shortest possible time!
Originally posted 2018-01-29 12:38:03.
Laser therapy
Laser therapy in the hand area is very popular today. Using a laser, you can easily get rid of age spots that appear with age. This is another additional measure to rejuvenate your hands and give them an attractive appearance. It is usually performed at the final stage of surgical procedures or as an independent procedure. This option is competitive with conventional whitening products and allows you to achieve lasting and instant results.
To carry out laser therapy, high-precision equipment is used - an erbium or carbon dioxide laser. In this way, the surface layer of the skin, and with it wrinkles, age spots, and scars, is bloodlessly and almost painlessly “evaporated.” The laser provides low trauma and allows for quick recovery.
With the help of laser therapy, collagen fibers are reduced, which gives the additional effect of true skin tightening. In this way, not only superficial, but also deeper wrinkles are smoothed out.
The procedure does not require hospitalization or recovery period. But for some time the skin needs to be protected from the sun. Sunscreens and lotions are suitable for this. After the procedure, the skin will have a pinkish tint for some time, but will soon acquire a natural color.
Basic recommendations
You should work as smoothly as possible , slowly, without any sudden movements. This is important because the result itself depends on how correctly you perform the exercise. In addition, the muscles will not only sway, but also stretch, and your arms will acquire a beautiful, sculpted appearance. Also follow these guidelines:
- carefully monitor your breathing;
- Perform each exercise as many times as the method suggests, but if at first the complex is difficult, increase the load gradually;
- train three or four times a week, give your muscles a rest;
- do not forget about warming up and stretching after finishing your workout;
- exercises can be done both in the morning and in the evening, choose a time of day that is convenient for you.
