LIPOELASTIC Blog

Lipedema is a chronic and progressive disorder of the adipose (fat) tissue. It is sometimes called painful fat syndrome. The exact cause of lipedema is not clear.
It's not caused by being overweight – you can be a healthy weight and still get it.
It may be caused by changes in your hormones.

"I was always self-conscious of my body and even more after having children. I did not feel confident and hardly ever used the full-length mirror. One day I came to a decision I needed to work on myself. Even though I loved being a mom to my two children, I wanted to feel like a woman again. Today I am a happy size 10, in love with clothes shopping again and with my full-length mirror too!" 

When measuring for a post-op bra there are multiple aspects that must be considered. As tempting as it might be to just go off your standard bra size, it is vital to understand that our bras do not follow that typical size guide.  Taking measurements is the best way to ensure you get the...

Bear in mind that your movements will be limited straight after surgery and your surgeon will recommend not lifting your arms at all. Postoperative bras should have front fastening in the middle for easy access. The bra will become your best friend for few weeks, even at night. Surgeons recommend sleeping on your back and so the back fastening would be uncomfortable.

After every surgery, body tissue is distressed and naturally swells. The swelling subsides gradually, but you still need right compression to promote healing process. VARIANT with hooks and eyes fastening allows adjusting the right size and the right compression.

Wearing the garments during the recovery process is as important as the actual procedure. As the fat is removed during the Vaser Liposuction treatment, there is the creation of a so-called "third space" in between the skin and the muscle. This space has the potential of being filled with fluid that can get trapped as the tissue regenerates. By having an even pressure on all the treated areas you will avoid a build-up of fluids that can cause aesthetic complications that may be difficult to manage and add an extra cost to your procedure.

Cara Cruz, a Lympho-Lipedema patient, shares her experience with compression therapy. Cara opens up about her initial struggles with compression garments. She also explains the importance of the right compression levels and how she deals with compression in her life.