For patients in Cheshire, Mr Reza Nassab offers arm lift (brachioplasty) consultations at CLNQ on King Street, Knutsford, with surgery under general anaesthetic at Deansgate Hospital in Manchester city centre. Patients come from Knutsford, Wilmslow, Alderley Edge, Macclesfield, Altrincham and the surrounding area. An arm lift tightens loose upper-arm skin and removes excess fat, and costs from £11,500; the £150 consultation is charged separately.
What an arm lift involves
Brachioplasty reshapes the upper arm by removing a carefully measured section of loose skin and fat from the inner arm, then closing the wound so the arm is firmer and slimmer. Where looseness is mild and close to the armpit, a shorter scar may be possible; where it extends to the elbow, a longer scar along the inner arm is usually needed. Liposuction can be combined to refine the contour. The aim is a smoother, better-proportioned arm that sits more comfortably in fitted sleeves, rather than a completely taut one. More information is on the arm lift page.
Is it right for you?
- Loose skin: hanging skin on the upper arms that remains despite exercise.
- Stable weight: ideally maintained for several months, particularly after major weight loss.
- Good health: long-term conditions well controlled and no active smoking or vaping.
- Realistic goals: an understanding that the result comes with a lasting scar on the inner arm.
If the arms have more fat than loose skin, liposuction alone may be enough. Surgery is only for adults aged 18 and over.
Consultation at CLNQ, Knutsford
Your appointment at CLNQ on King Street, Knutsford, is with Mr Nassab. He will ask about your weight history and general health, examine the arms with them relaxed and raised, and talk through scar placement, recovery and possible complications. You will leave with written information and a quote, and there is a cooling-off period of at least two weeks before booking. Our list of arm lift questions to ask may help you prepare.
Surgery at Deansgate Hospital
Your operation takes place under general anaesthetic at Deansgate Hospital in Manchester city centre, a short drive from Knutsford. On the day, you will meet the nursing team and your consultant anaesthetist, and Mr Nassab will review and mark the planned incisions. After the procedure, you will wake with dressings and compression sleeves. Some patients go home the same day, while others stay overnight, depending on the extent of surgery. You will need someone to drive you home and stay with you for at least 24 hours.
Recovery close to home
Having consultations and reviews in Knutsford means shorter journeys during the early weeks, when lifting and reaching are restricted and driving is not advised. Most patients return to office work after about two weeks and resume heavier activity from around six weeks. Compression sleeves are generally worn for about six weeks. Follow-up appointments are arranged locally, and you will have a direct contact number for any concerns. Before surgery, it helps to arrange practical support at home, such as someone to help with shopping, school runs or pets, as reaching and carrying are best avoided in the first few weeks. See the arm lift recovery guide for a full timeline.
When to contact the team
- Rapid swelling of one arm: contact the surgical team urgently.
- Fever, redness spreading from the wound or discharge: contact the team the same day.
- Calf pain or swelling in one leg: see your GP or call NHS 111 the same day.
- Chest pain or breathlessness: call 999.
The arm lift risks page explains complications in more depth.
Cost and payment
An arm lift costs from £11,500. The fee covers Mr Nassab’s surgical fee, the anaesthetist, hospital and theatre costs, compression garments and routine follow-up. The quote may be higher if liposuction or a chest wall extension is added. Finance is available through Chrysalis Finance, subject to status, with Reza Nassab Ltd acting as a credit broker, not a lender. If Manchester is more convenient, see arm lift in Manchester.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does Mr Nassab perform arm lifts in Cheshire?
Surgery is performed at Deansgate Hospital, Manchester, with consultations at CLNQ, King Street, Knutsford.
Is the Knutsford clinic convenient for Macclesfield and Altrincham?
Many patients travel from Macclesfield, Altrincham, Wilmslow and Alderley Edge for consultations in Knutsford.
How much is an arm lift in Cheshire?
From £11,500. The £150 consultation is charged separately.
How soon can normal activity resume?
Desk work is often possible after about two weeks, with heavier activity and upper-body exercise from around six weeks.
Is a referral from a GP needed?
No referral is needed for a private consultation, although Mr Nassab may ask for information from your GP about your medical history.
Is an arm lift combined with other procedures?
Sometimes. It may be combined with liposuction or other body contouring, which Mr Nassab will discuss at consultation.
