A Botox injection which temporarily creates a smoother contour in the calves without any surgical procedures.

Leg Shape & Size

Erin Storm, PA-C

Definitive guide on Calf Reduction by Botox Injections, including the procedure overview, benefits, risks, recovery, before & after photos, costs, and more. 

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Calf Reduction by Botox Injections

Calf reduction is typically done as a way to feminize the legs, creating a smooth contour from the knees to the ankle. When calves lack a defined curve, the lower legs can appear shorter, more masculine, and can make wearing certain clothing items (like pant and boots) difficult. Botox injections, while less invasive than surgical muscle resection of the calf muscle, liposuction, or nerve ablation, can still create noticeable and lasting effects for patients who desire a slimmer lower leg. 

Using a series of syringes, 40-100 units of Botox will be carefully injected evenly across the gastrocnemius muscle. The gastrocnemius muscle is the most superficial calf muscle that is responsible for bulkiness and definition of the calf. This procedure can often be performed in under an hour but typically requires at least 2 treatment sessions to see noticeable results. Maintenance treatments are also necessary to see continued effects.

Calf Reduction

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No special measures need to be taken before treatment.

Before Treatment

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- Patient will be asked to flex calf muscles to help determine areas of injection
- Patient will lay face down on a table
- Skin will be cleansed
- 40-100 units of Botox will be administered into each calf muscle

During Treatment

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- Minor redness, discomfort, and discoloration
- Immediately return to normal activities
- Do not engage in strenuous exercise for 24 hours

Immediately After Treatment

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- Significant results seen after at least 2 treatments
- Maintenance treatments needed every 4-6 months
- Longevity of results affected by excessive calf exercising

Result Notes

Calf reduction by Botox injection uses controlled atrophy to temporarily create a smoother contour in the calves. Here is a quick guide for what to expect before, during, and after Botox injections for calf reduction. 

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𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐢𝐯𝐞 $𝟏𝟎𝟎 𝐨𝐟𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐟 𝐑𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐛𝐲 𝐁𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐱 𝐈𝐧𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐀𝐄𝐃𝐈𝐓. Calf reduction by Botox injection uses controlled atrophy to temporarily create a smoother contour in the calves. Over time, Botox can help individuals with naturally large calves who desire a more defined curve to their lower legs without undergoing surgery.

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