Lymph and Floor Physio

Lipoedema is a genetic condition when certain patients present with symptoms of accumulating fat commonly around their hips and thighs, especially during times when hormones changes in different life stages such as puberty, pregnancy, menopause, or when they have contraceptive pills, etc. They usually have small ankles. Some people may have bigger upper arms, small elbows but big forearms as well. This fat can start off soft, then become lumpier and more fibrotic or firm. In later stages, they will damage the lymphatic system and cause swelling in the legs or arms as well as they become more severe.

The earlier you recognise you have lipoedema; you can follow a healthier diet and lifestyle which can be helpful to slow down the progression of this disease. This involves eating the right food, doing the right exercise, finding out the factors that stop you from progressing, and implementing the correct compression garments. Lipoedema cannot be eliminated unfortunately, that’s why health professionals are increasing awareness of recognising this condition and the public are also increasing awareness of this condition. Lipoedema Australia has a very good website where you can find more information about this condition. At Lymph and Floor Physio, our therapist is trained to help with Lipoedema. We look forward to assisting you.