Body flaccidity
At our centres in Madrid, at Serrano 166 and in La Moraleja
Specialists in
Treatment of body flaccidity
At the Grupo Pedro Jaén Body Aesthetics Unit, we offer medical-aesthetic treatments and minimally invasive surgical procedures aimed at alleviating body flaccidity and sagging tissue from its earliest stages and in various areas (abdomen, legs, thighs, buttocks, arms) to slow down what many patients and specialists consider to be the main indicators of ageing.
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What sets us apart
Deep skin care
Body flaccidity and sagging affect not only the appearance but also the quality of the skin. We address this condition through treatments that strengthen the skin’s internal structures, promoting firmness and elasticity. We apply advanced techniques that help to improve skin texture and tone, tailored to each patient’s characteristics. Our aim is to achieve smoother, revitalised skin, providing natural results that maintain a defined silhouette over time.
Radiofrequency microneedling
Fractional radiofrequency microneedling is an innovative technology that acts on the deepest layers of the skin. Using a matrix of microneedles, thermal energy is introduced into the deep layers of the skin, stimulating the production of collagen and elastin, two proteins essential for maintaining skin firmness and elasticity. This combination promotes a significant improvement in the texture and tone of the skin, effectively combating body flaccidity.
Safe procedure and rapid recovery
This treatment is minimally invasive, does not damage the dermal surface and has a very low risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. Generally, patients only need the application of a topical anaesthesia before the session.
After each session, simple care is all that is needed: gentle cleansing, proper moisturising and rigorous sun protection.
Progressive and natural results without surgery
The effects of the treatment are visible from the first session but intensify over time thanks to the natural regenerative process. Typically, three sessions spaced six to eight weeks apart are recommended to achieve firmer, smoother, rejuvenated skin without the need for surgery.
Medical radiofrequency
Medical radiofrequency is a non-invasive technique that stimulates collagen and elastin by controlled heating of the deep layers of the skin. This process improves skin firmness, reduces sagging and promotes a smoother, more even texture.
Safe and personalised treatment
This technology adapts to the individual characteristics of each patient, making it possible to treat areas such as the abdomen, arms, thighs, buttocks and knees. Its targeted action acts on mild to moderate sagging without damaging adjacent tissues.
Progressive and lasting results without surgery
The effects are visible from the first session and improve over time. Depending on the area and the degree of sagging, the protocol usually consists of several sessions. In addition, radiofrequency can be combined with other treatments such as collagen stimulators or polynucleotides to enhance and prolong results.
Collagen stimulators
Collagen stimulators are key treatments to combat mild to moderate sagging in areas such as the abdomen, arms and legs. Their action is based on stimulating fibroblasts, the cells responsible for the production of collagen and elastin, proteins that are essential for maintaining the skin’s firmness and elasticity.
Regenerative aesthetic medicine
This treatment is applied using very fine needles or cannulas, making it a safe and virtually painless technique. It requires no anaesthesia and no recovery time. It is particularly suitable for treating flaccidity associated with ageing, rapid weight loss, postpartum or after liposuction.
Progressive and lasting result
Collagen regeneration is a gradual process that develops in the weeks following application. Two or three sessions are usually recommended. The final results are consolidated after three months, achieving firmer, denser and rejuvenated skin.
Skin tightening systems
Skin tightening systems are a non-surgical solution to combat sagging by creating a subcutaneous support network. This method stimulates the production of collagen and elastin, providing firmness and progressively improving the skin’s texture.
Versatile and personalised treatment
This treatment is tailored to the individual needs of each patient and is particularly effective in areas such as the abdomen, thighs, buttocks and arms. Its traction effect helps to reposition tissues and define body contours without invasive procedures.
Lasting results and overall improvement
In addition to their immediate tightening effect, skin tightening systems improve local circulation and stimulate cell regeneration. We recommend combining this treatment with radiofrequency or collagen stimulators to enhance results and maintain skin quality in the long term.
Complementary treatments
Our Body Aesthetic Medicine Unit works in coordination with the Beauty and Wellbeing Unit to offer complementary treatments that optimise and prolong the results of medical procedures aimed at combating body sagging.
Reinforcement for firm skin
We have multiple options adapted to each patient’s needs. Endermology uses mechanical massage with suction to stimulate circulation, reduce fluid retention and firm tissues. Alternatively, wood therapy is applied using specific wooden tools that stimulate cell regeneration and improve skin firmness.
Personalised plans and lasting results
Each protocol is individually designed. By combining professional skincare treatments with medical therapies applied in consultation, we ensure progressive, natural and long-lasting results, achieving a smoother and more resistant skin over time.
Combined therapies
To optimise the treatment of body flaccidity, different therapies are combined, each of which acts on a different level of the skin. At the Grupo Pedro Jaén, we apply a comprehensive strategy that combines innovative techniques such as radiofrequency, collagen stimulators and radiofrequency microneedling, together with complementary aesthetic treatments.
Enhanced results thanks to the synergy of treatments
Each technique provides specific benefits: stimulators activate collagen production, while radiofrequency stimulates fibre regeneration and improves skin elasticity. By applying these procedures in combination, we achieve a controlled heating that activates the cell metabolism and naturally firms the skin.
Personalised approach and nutritional support
We design protocols adapted to individual needs. In addition, if necessary, we collaborate with the Endocrinology and Nutrition Unit to establish healthy habits that prolong and optimise the results.
What it is, causes and treatments
A guide to understanding body flaccidity
Body flaccidity is defined as a cutaneous dysfunction characterised by the loss of collagen and elastin, the structural elements responsible for skin firmness and support. It is a condition primarily associated with ageing, although it may be exacerbated by hormonal changes, sudden weight fluctuations, a sedentary lifestyle, poor nutritional habits, smoking or excessive sun exposure.
All these factors contribute to a reduction in cellular metabolism and a decrease in the number of fibroblasts—the cells responsible for collagen production. As a result, the normal trophism of the dermis and its natural renewal capacity are diminished, leading to a progressive loss of firmness, elasticity and skin tightness.
At the Grupo Pedro Jaén Body Aesthetics Unit, we prioritise a personalised diagnostic approach that allows us to design the most effective treatment plan for each patient. In most cases, the combination of different therapeutic options offers the best results.
Causes of body flaccidity
As outlined above, ageing is the main cause of body flaccidity. However, several additional factors should be taken into account in order to minimise its impact.
Excessive sun exposure
Sun exposure is one of the main causes of skin ageing and is also directly linked to the development of skin cancer. Ultraviolet radiation damages the epidermis and accelerates the appearance of wrinkles, pigmentation changes and skin laxity—not only on the face. Although thicker and more resistant, body skin is also affected, as UV radiation penetrates deeply into the dermis, degrading collagen and elastin fibres that provide structural support to the tissues.
Hormonal changes
Menstruation, pregnancy, breastfeeding and menopause expose women to significant hormonal fluctuations that directly influence collagen production. When oestrogen levels decline—particularly during menopause—the body produces less collagen, leading to a loss of tissue support and an increased tendency towards skin sagging.
Significant weight fluctuations
Sudden weight changes cause stretching of the skin that may not be fully reversible, resulting in cutaneous flaccidity. Pregnancy is the most representative example, as it combines mechanical skin stretching with hormonal changes that negatively affect skin firmness. This phenomenon is also observed after very restrictive diets or any situation involving rapid and substantial weight loss.
Unhealthy lifestyle habits
Smoking, poor diet and physical inactivity are associated with a deterioration in skin quality and an increased tendency towards flaccidity. Diets lacking sufficient high-quality protein interfere with collagen and elastin synthesis. Physical inactivity contributes to reduced muscle tone and impaired circulation—both closely linked to skin health and appearance. Smoking, meanwhile, decreases oxygen and essential nutrient delivery to the skin, further accelerating tissue laxity.
Body firming treatments
Below are some of the main treatments used to address body flaccidity in areas such as the abdomen, legs, thighs, buttocks and arms
Radiofrequency
Radiofrequency is one of the most established treatments in both facial and body aesthetics and one of the most effective allies against body flaccidity. At the Body Aesthetics Unit and the Beauty and Wellbeing Unit, we use some of the most advanced and effective radiofrequency devices available to ensure optimal results.
Radiofrequency is a non-invasive, painless treatment that generates localised diathermy within the tissues. Its effectiveness is based on controlled tissue heating induced by a high-frequency electrical or electromagnetic field, increasing temperature from within the cells themselves. Heat intensity is adjusted according to the treated area and aesthetic concern, producing a pleasant and relaxing sensation for the patient.
This process stimulates the body’s natural production of collagen and elastin, improving skin elasticity, hydration and smoothness, while promoting tissue regeneration. It can be applied to the abdomen, thighs, flanks, buttocks and legs to reduce oedema, alleviate the sensation of heavy legs, refine the silhouette and significantly improve skin quality.
The application of radiofrequency energy makes it possible to reach the deeper layers of the dermis, acting directly on the fibres responsible for skin firmness. This causes the fibres to contract and stimulate collagen production, resulting in skin tightening while also nourishing and revitalising the dermis.
Ultrasound
Focused ultrasound treatment works by inducing controlled heating in the deep layers of the skin, stimulating collagen production—the key protein responsible for skin firmness.
This technology produces a dual effect: it causes immediate tissue contraction that naturally tightens the skin, while simultaneously stimulating collagen synthesis in the deeper layers, toning and renewing the skin from within without affecting the surface. In this way, it improves body flaccidity in a non-invasive manner, without the use of electrical currents, needles or surgery.
The treatment can be repeated after several months and combined with other procedures, such as skin tightening systems or the infiltration of collagen stimulators, to enhance and prolong results.
Resorbable skin tightening systems
Following their success in facial treatments, resorbable skin tightening systems are also used to treat body flaccidity, achieving very good results in areas such as the inner arms, inner thighs and abdomen. These systems are made from fully biocompatible, resorbable materials, minimising the risk of allergic reactions or tissue rejection.
The tightening devices are placed beneath the skin in a mesh-like pattern, reinforcing specific anchoring points to achieve tissue lifting. Initially, they induce a mild inflammatory response followed by controlled fibrosis, which tightens and retracts the tissues, producing an immediate firming effect. In addition, this treatment stimulates the production of new collagen and elastin, responsible for improving skin firmness and elasticity in the medium and long term.
They are indicated for the treatment of flaccidity in the following areas:
- Inner arms
- Inner thighs
- Décolletage
- Abdomen
- Periumbilical area
- Area above the knee
Other treatments for body flaccidity
Carboxytherapy
Carboxytherapy is a medical technique consisting of the administration of microinjections of medicinal carbon dioxide (CO₂) beneath the skin. The gas is injected using a very fine needle and diffuses into the surrounding tissues, causing a temporary oedema and mild redness.
This treatment enhances tissue oxygenation, improves local circulation, stimulates the formation and reorganisation of collagen and elastin fibres, reduces fibrosis and activates lipolysis (fat breakdown). As a result, it improves skin appearance, tone and texture, increases dermal thickness, improves the appearance of cellulite-affected skin, reduces flaccidity and decreases fatty tissue.
More information about Carboxytherapy.
Endermology (LPG)
This device applies a mechanical massage combined with suction, producing a clear draining effect. It also improves circulation and contributes to skin firming. As it does not use electrical currents or heat, it is suitable for all types of patients, including during pregnancy.
More information about Endermology
Radiofrequency microneedling
This treatment combines conventional radiofrequency with a matrix of microneedles capable of delivering thermal energy to the deeper layers of the skin. The focused heat generated by this technology improves body flaccidity through both the mechanical effect of the microneedles and the stimulation of collagen and elastin production.
More information about radiofrequency microneedling.
Electromagnetic muscle stimulation
This innovative treatment tones muscles using a device that mimics the muscular contractions produced during physical exercise. It reduces fat and flaccidity and is particularly suitable for application on the abdomen, thighs, buttocks and legs. More information about electromagnetic muscle stimulation.
“In most cases, the best results are achieved by combining different therapeutic options and acting at an early stage.”
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Authorship and references
The content of this page has been prepared by the Communication Department and the Medical Team of Grupo Pedro Jaén, in line with our editorial commitment to ensuring the accuracy and up-to-date nature of the information provided.
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Grupo Pedro Jaén is a medical group founded more than three decades ago with the aim of providing medical, surgical and aesthetic solutions related to skin health and appearance. Led by Dr Pedro Jaén, the group brings together top-level specialists in each area, maintains a strong commitment to training and medical research, and operates several clinics in Madrid, offering care of the highest quality and excellence.
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