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Tag: lipedema
Lipedema Resources
Lipedema is a chronic, progressive disease that causes a disproportionate amount of swollen lipomas and affects the legs and/or arms bilaterally. Learn more about lipedema in this article. The following …
Massage Oils to Reduce Edema
A research study was undertaken in 2020 to compare the effects of grape seed oil and sweet almond oil on leg edema. “Leg edema is a prevalent problem in pregnancy …
Diosmin
Plants contain a large number of flavonoids, and diosmin, a flavone glycoside, is a flavonoid found in citrus fruits. Diosmin was first found in 1925 in the wort plant and …
Nutrition For Lymph Stasis
“Let food be thy medicine.” — Hippocrates There’s a myriad of information available on different styles of eating with lymphatic disorders, and this resource is updated frequently as I come …
Equipment & Supplies for Lymph Stasis
The care of both lymphedema and lipedema requires intervention to manage lymphatics and mobility. This page is updated frequently with new content. Index Bandaging And Foam Braces For Large Extremities …
Supplements A-F
There are many over-the-counter supplements and several medications available by prescription which have been found to aid in both inflammation and lymph flow. This content is presented for information only …
Exercise & Movement For Lymph Stasis
There are many ways to get lymph moving through exercise and complementary medicine modalities such as massage, cupping, and reflexology. Various exercise videos are available on YouTube: Lipo Workout For …
Essential Oils to Aid Lymphatics
There are several essential oils which have been found to aid in the treatment of lymphatic diseases. About Essential Oils Hazardous Essential Oils Oils which are potentially hazardous include the …
About Lipedema
Lipedema occurs almost exclusively in women; as of this date, there have been a few known cases diagnosed in men. Despite an uptick in recent research, there is still much …