Loub Job

Starting from €350

No more suffering in high heels... The Foot Lift, or Loub Job, is the go-to treatment for relieving the feet of patients who regularly wear high-heeled shoes in their profession or private life. The structure of a high-heeled shoe creates a constant pressure on the front of the foot. However, in that area, there is a pad responsible for cushioning the foot. This pad will be compressed over the years, leading to pain.

Results felt within 24 to 48 hours
Few side effects

WHICH PRODUCT TO USE?

Hyaluronic acid is now known for a new indication following injections into the face as well as into the joints to treat osteoarthritis.

THE CAUSE OF PAIN:

Wearing heels for extended periods causes a reduction in the fat pad located under the bones of the forefoot. This fat pad is responsible for cushioning the forefoot. Its disappearance over time leads to pain that settles in and cannot regress spontaneously. This pain can become disabling over time.

When wearing heels, the distribution of body weight on the foot changes:

– flat: 70% of the weight on the heel and 30% on the front of the foot.
– 2 cm heel: balanced distribution with 50% on the heel and the front of the foot.
– 5 cm heel: reverse distribution with 30% on the heel and 70% on the front of the foot.
– 10 cm and more: 90% of the weight, or even more, on the front of the foot… Hence this excruciating pain!

THE SOLUTION FOR FOREFOOT PAIN:

Based on this observation, we can alleviate this chronic pain by injecting hyaluronic acid into the painful area.
This is commonly referred to as the Foot Lift or Loub Job.

HOW DOES THE TREATMENT PROGRESS?

After a local anaesthesia, we inject hyaluronic acid under the pressure points of the forefoot. Early injection helps to preserve your fat pad and thus prolongs the desired analgesic effect.

RESULTS:

Results are felt within 24 to 48 hours and typically last for an average of 8 to 12 months. This technique, originating from the United States, is becoming increasingly popular every day.

The injection is performed in a medical setting. The patient can walk again immediately after the medical treatment.

Katia's Opinion:

Completely hooked on high heels, a year ago, I had to accept that I needed to slow down, as my feet had become my torment… Even in flats.

I eventually pushed open the doors of the Boulogne Aesthetic Centre, desperate to see if a solution was possible. The conclusion was quickly reached with the doctor: “My fat pads were flat.”

After this thorough diagnosis, and in agreement with the doctor, I consented to have a quantity of hyaluronic acid injected into each foot, with defined injection points… Specifically for me, they injected hyaluronic acid to fill in the areas where there was a lack of support to relieve pressure.

My diagnosis: My pads were hollowed out, thus causing a significant issue with pressure distribution at the front and middle of my feet due to my excessive wearing of high heels.

Before injecting the hyaluronic acid, you must be anaesthetised.

Let’s be honest, it stings slightly, but it is bearable.

Once the anaesthesia is done, the doctor injects hyaluronic acid used for lips, as it is very flexible. The injection glides under the skin into the fat cushion… On both the outer and inner sides of the foot. A true relief!

Fifteen minutes later, my first observation was incredible, like having cushions under my feet. This sensation quickly faded, giving way to great comfort.

Following this procedure, I was able to carry on with my day without any issues. Today, I trot around in heels while shopping without pain and with pleasure. I recommend this technique without hesitation and thank the entire team at the aesthetic centre once again.

CONTRAINDICATIONS:

As with all contraindications for injections (autoimmune diseases)

Cost of the loub job: €350 per vial