As for thigh lift surgery, this operation also allows for the elimination of excess skin and subcutaneous fat that can often remain in the arm following great weight loss for example. For modest weight loss, the problem may be solved with liposuction only.

For considerable excess, it is necessary to remove a full thickness diamond-shaped piece of skin at the posteromedial surface of the arm, leaving a scar which stretches from the elbow to the axilla.

The operation lasts around 2 hours and is normally performed under general anaesthetic.

Arm lift surgery