This is not a scientific educational article. It is my personal examination of lymphedema, similar to a travelogue... Lymphedema If you ask me what the biggest difference between lipedema and lymphedema is: the final realization that it is irreversible and will not get better. The same is certainly the often indescribable pain that everyone
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3 tips for your multi-part flat knit compression for lipedema and lymphedema
We all know the classic compression tights, but what does a multi-part flat-knit compression look like for lipedema and lymphedema, what should be considered and for whom is it suitable? Here are three good tips if you want to try this type of restoration. When does a multi-part flat knit compression make sense? Multi-piece flat-knit compressions are mostly prescribed when there is
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Lipedema & Lymphedema
Black compression - fashionably super easy or not?
Many choose black compression as a "safe bet" so that it goes with everything in the closet. But that's actually a fallacy. When you look at the outfits at the end, you come to an important conclusion: black doesn't go with everything - it just doesn't get in the way. But what is really the wrong thinking? It
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Lipedema & Lymphedema
One for all and all for one - # lipedema community
It's no secret that I've been heavily attacked at one point or another during my time on social media. Now and then I shared that with you too, because I felt so misunderstood. I doubted if maybe I was really doing something wrong. Of course you could now
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Lipedema & Lymphedema
Bolero or arm sock - which fitting suits me?
Do you need a flat knit arm cover for lipoedema or lymphedema? Then you may be faced with the question of whether a bolero or arm sock is suitable for you. Here are a few helpful tips that can help you make your decision. In general, trying is better than studying. I can give you as much knowledge as I can
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Lipedema & Lymphedema
Compression in the job interview - to show or not?
When I had the first job interview in compression after my lipedema diagnosis, I was not wearing arm compression. My concern was that I would be labeled sick and, above all, unattractive for my employer. From today's perspective, it's double nonsense, because now I'm something of an employer myself and know about the strengths of those
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JOBST® Confidence put to the test: Compression like a second skin
If the word "Confidence" can already be found in the name, then my ears quickly perk up. JOBST® has brought a new flat knit quality onto the market and, thanks to a new knitting technology, would like to create a new wearing comfort. I have tested the JOBST® Confidence for you by thread and stitch. The first impression: yikes, it's soft!
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Body and Mind
5 steps stronger in the fight against lipedema and lymphedema
This topic is so important to me that even after the fourth attempt I do not hesitate to try to put into words everything that I really want to tell you about today. It's actually not just about lipedema or lymphedema. Of course you have one (and probably two more) illness (s). You know
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The medi trend colors and patterns for 2021
The time has finally come, the new medi trend colors and patterns are finally known. Mango yellow and avocado green will replace cherry red and purple from October 4th. True to the campaign motto "Really mine is perfect!", Four real lipedema and lymphedema fighters give you an insight into their lives in medical compression garments. Carina (@ruhrpottfraeulein), Ursel (@ursel_at_home), Tanya (@tanya_gouraige) and