Lipoedema (Lipedema)
Lipoedema is an adipose (fat) tissue disorder and connective tissue disorder, which mainly affects the legs but also the arms, buttocks and abdomen. New information and research surrounding lipoedema is emerging all the time. For a lot of people this condition can be extremely debilitating and can affect all aspects of health; physical, emotional and mental. For many, a diagnosis of Lipoedema can answer many unsolved questions spanning decades of weight/body appearance/pain issues. There are many ways to manage Lipoedema including an anti-inflammatory diet, lymphatic drainage massage, stress reduction, compression and low impact exercise. Deep Oscillation Therapy can also help and here is an article describing the ways in which people have found benefit. If you have, or believe you have Lipoedema and would like to discuss non-surgical treatment options, please get in touch.
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