Lipedema legs; symptoms, diagnosis and treatment
Lipedema legs, a chronic condition that requires careful attention and treatment.

Lipedema legs - what is it?

Lipedema legs, also called thick leg disease, is characterized as an abnormal accumulation of fat. Lipedema occurs mainly in the legs. However, we sometimes see lipedema in the arms, buttocks and abdomen as well. The development of lipedema can be accompanied by pain and discomfort.

Patients with lipedema experience a significant impact on their quality of life. Don't be discouraged, with the right expertise, Lipedema is treatable.

Learn more about lipedema through our information page - What is Lipedema?

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Lipedema legs symptoms; Thick upper legs

Lipedema legs is a condition that mainly affects women. Thick upper legs can be a symptom of lipedema. The first signs of lipedema are symptoms such as:

Heavy feeling in the legs
Quick bruising
Sore legs

Do you recognize this and suspect lipedema in the legs? Don't wait any longer, contact ReSculpt Clinic today

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Lipedema legs treatment; Liposuction legs

Lipedema legs can be well treated by liposuction or liposculpture of the legs. Lipedema leg treatment is a specialized form of liposuction performed under local anesthesia.

Tumescent liposuction is a safe and effective treatment method for lipedema, performed at ReSculpt Clinic by experienced medical specialists.

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Lipedema legs photos before and after - the clear results

Photos of lipedema treatment where the results are clearly visible.

Thanks to our extensive expertise in this field, we have been able to make many patients happy with lasting results. We are extremely proud of the successes we have achieved through constant development and refinement of our techniques.

Results of lipedema legs treatment photos before and after treatment

Liposuction legs for lipedema - the benefits

Liposuction of the legs for lipedema takes place in several stages. Women with large differences between the upper and lower body can benefit greatly from this treatment. Tumescent liposuction treatment offers several benefits:

Reduction of pain and swelling
Improved body contours
Increased self-confidence

Learn more about treating lipedema with tumescent liposuction at ReSculpt Clinic. Continue reading on our Liposuction - fat removal information page.

Lipedema legs - support and lymphatic drainage

Lipedema in the legs requires support for effective lymphatic drainage. Therapeutic elastic stockings, manual lymph drainage and pneumatic compression therapy are proven methods to reduce leg volume, relieve pain and slow the progression of the condition.

These treatments, performed by specialized physical therapists and skin therapists, can provide significant relief. In addition, breathing exercises can improve lymph flow and drainage.

Lipedema legs and Lymphedema legs - the differences

Lipedema and lymphedema in the legs are often confused, but there are significant differences between the two. Lipedema is a disorder of fat production that occurs mainly in women, while lymphedema is caused by problems in the lymphatic system.

Both conditions can cause fluid retention, resulting in swollen legs and thick ankles. However, a characteristic difference is that lipedema is painful to the touch. In addition, lipedema usually does not affect the feet, unlike lymphedema.

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Lipedema legs experiences

With the diagnosis of "lipedema," it became clear to me that I have a disease that I can do absolutely nothing about myself but which surgically improves. Thanks to the successful surgeries I underwent at ReSculpt Clinic, for the first time in 10 years, I literally and figuratively feel lighter and have become, in terms of appearance, who I really should have been.

Lipedema legs - frequently asked questions

Are there exercises for lipedema legs?

Yes, there are exercises you can do for lipedema in the legs. But this does not fix the lipedema.

At ReSculpt Clinic, a multidisciplinary approach to lipedema is taken. This means that lipedema is addressed in multiple aspects. Our clinic collaborates with several specialists such as:

edema therapists
physical therapists
nutritionists
skin therapists

Check out the specialists we work with to make lipedema treatment as effective as possible.

How do I know if I have lipedema?

Lipedema is complex and difficult to recognize. It is often diagnosed too late or not at all. Lipedema is fat deposits that do not shrink with weight loss.

Because of these localized fat deposits, lymph and blood vessels can become damaged and nerve endings are stimulated. A low-grade inflammation develops in the lipedema, so to speak. This causes pain in the skin; the skin is sensitive to touch. Bruising occurs quickly and the legs often feel heavy.

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What to do about lipedema legs?

Lipedema is a condition that cannot be cured. It is important to be diagnosed as early as possible. With early diagnosis, lipedema in the legs can be stabilized. Through a healthy lifestyle, proper guidance and treatment, we can keep this chronic disease under control.

ReSculpt Clinic is the fat expertise center of the Netherlands. Our medical specialists are specialized in the treatment of lipedema.

Lipedema legs; symptoms, diagnosis and treatment