Offer A Diagnosis

Many Lipedema patients go years – often decades – without a proper diagnosis. There is a vast gap in the field of knowledgeable clinicians diagnosing Lipedema. We encourage healthcare professionals to utilize our Clinician’s Guide to Lipedema, network with others in the field, and commit to continuing education on the condition to properly serve patients with Lipedema.

Empower Your Patients

For many years, it was thought there’s nothing you can do about Lipedema — this is simply not true! While research is still evolving, there is emerging evidence that several approaches can have a positive impact on patients living with Lipedema: manual lymphatic drainage (MLD); gentle and aquatic exercise; diets to address inflammation and pain; soft tissue mobilization; myofascial release; compression wrapping/garments; pneumatic compression device use; patient and caregiver education; establishment of a strong psychosocial support system; and surgeries for Lipedema reduction.

Visit our Treating Lipedema page to stay up to date on the latest information surrounding treatments for Lipedema.

Support Research

Gaining access to participants for research studies has proven difficult in recent years. As a healthcare professional, one effective way you can contribute to the research field is by making your Lipedema patients aware of ongoing clinical studies. Visit our Clinical Study Finder page to find information about ongoing studies happening in your area.