Body Lift

Also called belt lipectomy or torsoplasty, the circumferential body lift is performed to remove excess skin and fat from the torso (back and front). 

Candidates for body lifts typically suffer from loose (inelastic) skin on many or most areas of the body as a result of age, childbearing or significant weight loss due to diet, exercise or bariatric surgery. Because of this, the procedure is often combined with others such as breast lifts, arm lifts and liposuction to retain a proper body proportion. Body lifts tighten and tone the abdomen, back, buttocks and hip areas. 
 During the procedure, skin is lifted from underlying tissue, muscles are tightened and stitched and fat is removed where necessary, and the skin is sutured closed. The navel is often removed and replaced in its new position. Surgical tubes may be needed for a few days to drain any fluid, and patients may need to wear compression garments for a few weeks to facilitate faster healing. 

After surgery, patients are encouraged to walk as soon as they are able, strenuous activities must be limited for about a month. Results are visible immediately.