Dr. Martín Gastón Álvarez
CEO & Founder · Plastic Surgeon
Specialist in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Over 17 years of international experience in the USA, Brazil, Mexico and Argentina.
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Body Surgery
Ankle Liposculpture in Barcelona
Eliminate excess fat around the ankle and achieve perfectly slimmed legs all the way down to the foot. Natural and long-lasting results.
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1.800€
75,0€/month
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The Procedure
What is Ankle Liposculpture?
Fat accumulation in the ankles is particularly resistant to diet and exercise. Ankle liposculpture is the only technique that can address it definitively.
Using fine-calibre cannulas, the ankle area is treated with extreme precision, creating a natural transition between the calf and the foot.
The final result visually slims and lengthens the entire leg. With the included nutrition and training plan, the results last a lifetime.
How it works
How we perform Ankle Liposculpture
Our integrated approach goes beyond surgery. We combine surgical precision with a complete programme of nutrition and personal training.
- 1Preparation
Personalised nutrition plan, physical activity programme and prior medical tests.
- 2The procedure
Minimally invasive technique. Imperceptible incisions and precise results.
- 3Recovery
Daily activities resumed within a few days. Continuous medical follow-up.
- 4Follow-up
Personal trainer, nutritionist and lifelong healthy habits.
Your Process
From the first step to your final results
01
Free consultation
Personalised assessment with the surgeon. We evaluate your case and design the ideal plan.
02
Comprehensive plan
Personalised nutrition and physical preparation. Everything ready before entering the operating theatre.
03
The surgery
Minimally invasive procedure. Imperceptible incisions and precise results.
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Lifelong results
Personal trainer, nutritionist and medical check-ups. Results guaranteed for life.
The Procedure
How it is performed step by step
01
Local anaesthesia or sedation
Tumescent anaesthesia is applied to ensure maximum comfort and minimal bleeding throughout the procedure.
02
Minimal incisions
Strategic 2–3 mm micro-incisions in concealed areas to insert the extraction cannulas.
03
Modelling and sculpting
Selective and precise fat extraction with high-technology cannulas. The surgeon sculpts the contour with an artistic eye.
Safe surgery
04
Drainage and closure
Incisions are closed with absorbable stitches. A compression garment is applied to optimise skin retraction.
05
Post-operative monitoring
Medical follow-up during the first 24 hours. Detailed medication and care schedule for an optimal recovery.
06
Quick return to normal life
Within 48–72 hours you can resume most daily activities. After 2 weeks you will already notice the first results.
Post-op
Your recovery with us
Post-operative care is an essential part of the process. Our team is with you at every stage.
Days 1–3
Relative rest at home. Compression garment worn 24 hours a day. Anti-inflammatory medication and oedema monitoring. First medical check-up visit.
Weeks 1–2
Return to daily life. Gentle walks recommended. Stitches removed. Swelling reduces significantly.
Month 1
Start of the progressive training plan with our personal trainer. Nutrition optimised to enhance results.
Months 3–6
Final result visible. The skin has fully retracted. Training and nutrition consolidate lifelong results.
Our Team
The specialists who will operate on you
Surgeons with international training and over 17 years of experience.
Dr. Felipe Sagardia
Surgeon
Specialist in post-operative recovery and high-intensity training. Designs personalised exercise plans for each patient.
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Frequently Asked Questions
We answer your questions
Your surgery includes the surgical procedure, a personalised nutrition plan for pre- and post-operative care, personal training sessions at a specialist gym, all medical check-ups and continuous follow-up.
The procedure is performed under local anaesthesia or sedation. Post-operative discomfort is mild and easily managed with the prescribed medication. Most patients report minimal discomfort.
The first results are visible within a few weeks. The final result is seen between 3 and 6 months after the procedure, once the skin has fully retracted.
With our comprehensive method, which includes a nutritionist and personal trainer, we transform your habits to maintain the results permanently. The extracted fat cells do not return.
Most patients resume their daily activities within 48–72 hours. Medical follow-up ensures an optimal and safe recovery.
Liposculpture performed by an accredited plastic surgeon in a hospital operating theatre carries a very high safety profile, according to the Spanish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (SECPRE). Serious complications are rare when pre-operative protocols and safe extraction volumes are respected.
Traditional liposuction removes volume globally. Ankle liposculpture is selective and artistic: it extracts fat with millimetric precision to sculpt the contour while respecting the anatomy. At NATURAL FIT we also use ultrasonic Vaser and Renuvion for skin retraction, which is not done in conventional liposuction.
Incisions are 2–3 mm and placed in naturally concealed areas (folds, navel, groin, natural grooves depending on the area). With the recommended post-operative care, the scar is practically imperceptible in most patients after 6–12 months.
The procedure is not suitable for people with significant obesity (BMI above 30, where weight loss is recommended first), serious clotting disorders, decompensated cardiovascular disease, pregnancy or breastfeeding, or patients with unrealistic expectations. Medical assessment determines candidacy.
The procedure lasts 1.5 to 3 hours depending on the extent to be treated. It is major outpatient surgery: you go home the same day after a few hours of observation. Hospital admission is not required except in specific cases assessed by the surgeon.
Where to Find Us
Where do we operate?
Barcelona
Main Clinic
Clínica Nostra Senyora del Remei
Carrer de l'Escorial, 148 · Gràcia · 08024 Barcelona
International
USA · Brazil · Mexico · Argentina
Our surgical team has trained in the 5 world-leading countries in body surgery, combining the best of each school.
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Risks and safety of ankle liposculpture
Every surgical procedure, however minimally invasive, carries risks. We explain them transparently so you can make a fully informed decision. At NATURAL FIT Body Contouring® we apply the strictest protocols to minimise them as much as possible.
Haematomas and seromas
Accumulation of blood or fluid in the treated area. The compression garment and lymphatic drainage minimise their occurrence; when they do occur they are resolved with medical management.
Contour irregularities
Small asymmetries or skin undulations may appear in some cases. The Vaser and PAL Microaire technique greatly reduces this risk, but does not eliminate it entirely.
Sensitivity changes
It is common to feel numbness, tingling or hypersensitivity in the treated area for weeks or months. Normal sensation returns progressively.
Infection
Risk is low thanks to the strict aseptic protocol and antibiotic prophylaxis. Warning signs (fever, redness, increasing pain) are monitored during check-ups.
Venous thrombosis
An infrequent but serious risk. We prevent it with compression stockings, heparin prophylaxis when indicated, and early mobilisation from the first 24 hours.
Scarring
The 2–3 mm incisions heal very well in most skin types. In skin prone to keloids or hypertrophic scarring, this is assessed in advance and the post-operative plan is adjusted accordingly.
According to the Spanish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (SECPRE), liposculpture is one of the most widely performed aesthetic procedures in Spain and presents a very high safety profile when carried out by an accredited plastic surgeon in a hospital setting, respecting safe extraction volumes. Visit the society »
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