Bat wings

I have lost 85lbs and I need surgery on my arms and neck. Has anyone ever had their arms done? My legs are Ok (just ok) but my arms are not.Can I get this done now if I only have 38lbs to go? I would really appreciate any advice. Cindy

Hey Cindy! First, I would wait. At least a year or more out to look into any plastics. Mainly because you can continue to drop up weight even up to 18 months post op. If you have it done too soon, then lose weight you are back at square one. Give your skin a little bit of time to resolve what it can on it's own, just think, how many years was it stretched out? It won't go back over night! I know, I hate mine too with a passion, but we can't expect to do everything over night. Are you doing any exercises to tone up? You would be suprised how much of that skin will actually tone with some reistance training. Stop by the bodybuilding and weight lifting forum. We all exchange work out strategies and ideas. Lots of support there too. There are some great exercises you can do for your triceps (where the bat wings are) that can help. I am really seeing some big improvement in my arms recently. If you go to this link, there are some great video demo's you can watch. http://www.bodyforlife.com/exercise/animations.asp? As you know, this is all a personal decision, but that is what I would advise. Good luck, and just remember to give yourself time to adjust. One of my favorite mantra's when I get impatient is from Anthony Robbins. "Delay of instant gratification". Take care! Valerie

Cindy, In your case I would wait until you are at least a year post op. You don't want to have to get re-tucked because your continuing to lose weight. Dr. C

Cindy, I have to agree with both Valerie and Dr. Curry. I am too am anxiously awaiting plastics tummy tuck and breast lift. I started researching in september when I thought i was almost done losing weight and since then I have lost almost another 20 lbs....so wait it out. I know how ugly that skin can be. I am really trying to tone up my arms...not bad enough for surgery but they do need toned. I am going to check out the site Val metioned. However, its always a personal choice but I know how anxious we can get! Keep up the good work! You are doing terrific!!! Karie -130lbs 13 months post op