Since my liposuctions many years ago, my body has changed a lot. The well-known and feared redistribution is also noticeable in me and so I keep noticing the formation of edema in the chest area and back and therefore increased pain. In lymphology, a restless surface is used that stimulates the lymph flow and
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Sport with lipedema: Vanessa's journey from couch potato to triathlete
Nobody is responsible for your life except you. True to this motto, Vanessa Reins authentically and bluntly shows her responsible approach to lipedema on her Instagram account @rundundsportlich with a focus on “Sport with lipedema”. She received her diagnosis in 2014, but initially tried to suppress the chronic illness. After her first lipedema rehab in 2017
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Lipedema & Lymphedema
Flat Knit Compression: This side seam is a game changer for me
There are things in life that you don't know you need until you have them. The side seam for flat knit compression is one of them and I didn't see its big impact on my comfort coming. But once again I'm anticipating too much. When I, as a tester, used the new option for...
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Successful liposuction: Tips from someone who has undergone lipedema surgery
Have you decided to have your diagnosed lipedema treated surgically and now it's time to prepare for liposuction? The result can be significantly influenced in advance by these three factors: Physical requirements The success of liposuction naturally depends primarily on your individual physical requirements. Factors such as extent
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Compression connects: Together unique with lipedema, lymphedema and thrombosis
The journey through life with compression is one that many think they must take silently and alone - until they discover the power of a community that walks the same paths. “Be Me. Think We. – Unique together” is not only the motto of medi’s new campaign, it is an echo of mine
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Body and Mind
The Lymph Paddle: Your secret for effective self-massage!
You know me, I'm always looking for something new that can help us in everyday life - especially when it comes to giving our lymphatic system a little love. And guess what? I found something that will inspire you: The Lymph Paddle! Not just a lymph paddle, but a game changer! On the
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Itchy blisters caused by compression stockings? This is how you solve the problem!
As temperatures rise and we all sweat more, some of us who wear compression socks experience uncomfortable problems. Who doesn't know it: itchy blisters right where the adhesive tape is on the stocking. Before you panic and suspect a silicone allergy, let me explain to you what's really going on. Itchy
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In the test: The seamless toe cap mediven® 550 SL
Lymphedema fighters couldn't be happier, because their toes are now really comfortable. The toe cap itself has been around for a long time, but now medi offers it seamlessly! I was allowed to test her heart and soul... eh, big uncle and little toe. I will then give you the result on a scale of one
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Festival with lipoedema? 4 festival hacks for flat knit heroes
Summer time is festival time! It's August and three quarters of the festival season is already over. But there are still a few great weeks ahead of us. In this festival guide for flat knit heroes I share my tips for a successful festival with lipoedema. Apart from the ultimate tip to wear the compression even on hot festival days, here are a few more