Josie Gibson recently displayed her transformed physique in a floral bikini, months after undergoing £7,000 worth of liposuction and an arm lift to manage her lipoedema.
Gibson, 41, shared images and videos on her social media channels, including a post highlighting her "new arms" in a series of outfits. The TV personality had previously revealed in March that she underwent a brachioplasty, a surgical procedure to remove excess skin and fat from the upper arm, after having 45% of her arm removed. She explained that lipoedema, a condition causing abnormal fat buildup typically in the legs, buttocks, hips, and arms, affected her arms as well.
Lipoedema is described as a chronic condition of fat and connective tissue that builds up on both sides of the body, commonly affecting women. While not the same as obesity, it can significantly impact daily life and well-being for some individuals. Gibson stated that she previously struggled to reduce the "lumps and excess weight" in her body despite exercising, feeling "held back" by the condition.
Following the procedures, Gibson has focused on her recovery and wellness. Her regimen includes using a treadmill for steps, at-home circuit training, collagen supplements, electrolytes, and lymphatic drainage. She also underwent NAD+ and glutathione injections for anti-aging and to aid healing, and rented a hyperbaric chamber for three months to increase blood oxygen levels. Additionally, she constructed a copper pyramid triangle, which she uses for meditation and energy healing.
A brachioplasty, or arm lift, typically involves removing excess skin and fat from the upper arm and can take one to two hours under general anesthesia. Scars are usually left along the inner arm, with recovery requiring one to two weeks, and restrictions on heavy lifting for four to six weeks. Gibson reported that despite the surgery stopping her in her tracks and preventing her from doing everyday tasks like taking out the bins, she experienced no pain and was glad to have undergone the procedure. She expressed a desire to feel more comfortable wearing sleeveless tops in the summer.
In March, Gibson shared videos detailing her brachioplasty, assuring followers she was recovering well. She explained the arm lift was to address the lipoedema in her arms, stating, "I just felt gross whenever I was in like a vest top, and I just wanna go out in the summer and feel alright when I put a vest top on."