Shoulder Reduction Treatment
Shoulder reduction treatment is an effective procedure used to decrease the size of the shoulders, giving the patient a more feminine body shape. As with calf and jaw slimming procedures, botox injections can be an effective non-surgical option for shoulder slimming, enhancing the appearance of the shoulders, neck and back.
Shoulder reduction treatment is an effective procedure used to decrease the size of the shoulders, giving the patient a more feminine body shape. As with calf and jaw slimming procedures, botox injections can be an effective non-surgical option for shoulder slimming, enhancing the appearance of the shoulders, neck and back.
What is shoulder reduction?
Botox treatment for shoulder reduction may be suitable for women who wish to achieve a smoother shoulder line, as well as male-to-female transgender patients. The botox injections, which are typically into the trapezius muscles, can sharpen and slim the shoulder area by reducing muscle tension – the results provide a more desirable contouring and feminine silhouette.
How shoulder injections work
When botulinum toxin – that is, the neurotoxic protein administered in Botox – is injected into the trapezius, the muscle tension can be relieved without compromising the movement of the shoulder joint, neck and back. By relaxing the muscles, overactivity can be addressed, and muscle mass can be reduced.
Why might I need shoulder reduction?
There are several reasons why somebody might be a suitable candidate for shoulder reduction treatment. In general, patients wish to attain a more feminine shoulder line or to reduce shoulder pain.
Trapezius problems
Some people may have large trapezius muscles genetically, while others could have a trapezius that is overactive or overdeveloped. Botox injections administered into the trapezius can relax muscle tension, providing a slimming effect on the shoulder line.
Shoulder pain
Any swelling, inflammation, tearing or bony changes around the sensitive tendons in the shoulder causes pain when a person tries to move the arm upwards, backwards, straight out or in front.
Shoulder hypertrophy
People who suffer from shoulder hypertrophy and have enlarged, bulky shoulder muscles can also benefit from Botox shoulder reduction.
Transgender patients
who are going through male-to-female gender reassignment may find that shoulder reduction treatment gives their shoulder line and collarbone a more feminine look.
Poor posture
In forcing the engagement of the abdominal muscles while reducing stress on the shoulders and neck, Botox can help to correct posture.
Narrow Shoulders: Before and After
In the weeks following the treatment, you can expect the shoulder muscles to reduce in size, resulting in a more feminine and elegant shoulder line. Results are usually not noticeable immediately after the treatment, but can be seen within one week. It takes around four to six weeks for the slimming of the shoulder line to reach its full effect. In general, the results of botox injections for shoulder reduction last for six to eight months.
The aesthetic enhancements that are seen following shoulder reduction treatment include:
- reductions in trapezius size
- smoother shoulder lines
- slimmer necklines
- collarbones that are better defined
It is recommended that appointments for repeat treatments are made as and when required, as botox injections provide temporary results.
FAQs
How many sessions are required?
The benefits of the treatments often wear off after about six months, so you might need a top-up injection now and then.
Is Botox shoulder reduction painful?
There can be slight pain and discomfort in the treated area at the time of treatment.
What are the side effects of treatment?
There are no serious and permanent side effects of the treatment when performed correctly. There may be some bruising and redness at the site of injection.
