Exploring the Role of Compression Therapy in Lipedema Management

Living Well with Lipedema

Today, I'll discuss a Polish study published in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health in January 2023. Titled The Usefulness of Compression Therapy among Lipedema Patients-Pilot Study, it compared the effectiveness of combining exercises with compression therapy versus exercises alone for lipedema treatment. The research also assessed measurement tools for lipedema symptoms. Though acknowledging compression therapy may not directly reduce adipose tissue, the authors suggest its efficacy in alleviating lipedema symptoms. They also note the lack of studies testing compression therapy alone. Despite limitations, this paper suggests a growing trend towards integrating exercise and compression therapy for managing lipedema, offering valuable insights for future research.