If you’ve already done some research into Lipedema, you’re probably aware that there’s no definitive cause. Some women believe they have it because it’s hereditary – which is definitely true in some cases. However, there are also incredibly strong links…
Do your legs never slim down no matter how hard you try? No amount of healthy eating and exercise makes a difference? Constantly wondering why can’t I lose weight from my legs but I can from my body? You might…
Lipedema is a long term progressive condition of fat and connective tissue which builds up in the legs, hips, bum and sometimes arms. It affects around 11% of women. For more information on this topic, check out our Does Lipedema…
Liposuction is known to be the only way to completely remove Lipedema fat – but not all liposuction is created equal. Women with Lipedema need techniques that protect the lymphatic system, reduce trauma, and preserve long-term function. That’s where WAL…
You need to weigh up the pros and cons before going ahead with any surgery. There’s always a risk associated with being put under anaesthetic. But if it can improve your health and quality of life then surely it’s worth…
If you’ve ever been told to ‘just lose weight’ but wondered why you can’t lose weight from your legs – I feel your pain. Lipedema is one of the most misunderstood and misdiagnosed conditions there is. Getting an official Lipedema…
This blog post is written by Dr Thomas Wright MD If you have Lipedema, you’ve probably already discovered that this condition does not respond the way other health problems do. Diet and exercise, on their own, rarely move the needle.…
This month, we sat down with Dr. Mooz (Dr Michael Mouzakis) – an experienced UK-based surgeon specialising in body contouring and advanced VASER liposuction – to talk all things Lipedema. With over six years of experience, international training and hands-on…
This blog post was written by Dr Gabriele Gallo MD PhD As a surgeon specialising in Lipedema treatment, one of the most common questions I hear from patients is: “What should I eat?” It is a deceptively simple question with…
If you’ve been trying to lose weight with Lipedema and noticing that your legs or arms never seem to change, you’re not imagining it. Lipedema fat is different to normal fat. It’s stubborn, resistant to traditional weight loss methods, and frustratingly…