Advanced Lipedema Treatment

💬 For 14 years, Angela lived with pain, limited mobility, misdiagnoses, and uncertainty caused by Lipedema.

She couldn’t work, hike, or even comfortably walk her dog. Then, her daughter found information about Lipedema online and everything began to change.

After receiving a proper diagnosis, Angela came to and the Roxbury Institute for surgery on her trunk and legs. She says she finally feels released from the pain and physical restrictions that had held her back for years.

Within about a month, she began noticing significant changes in her mobility and overall quality of life.

Comment 💜 to celebrate Angela’s transformation!

A little fun and creativity with The Roxbury team from our Utah center! 🎨

We stepped away from the day-to-day for a painting night, and enjoying time together.

Grateful for the people who make our workplace a great place to be.

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🤔 Could MCAS be connected to lipedema?

Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) may coexist with lipedema and contribute to inflammation, nodules, rashes, hives, and sensitivity to heat or sunlight.

Diagnosis can be challenging because symptoms vary widely and testing isn’t always definitive. A negative test does not necessarily rule out MCAS.

Researchers are continuing to explore the connection between mast cell activation and lipedema to better understand these complex conditions.

Common MCAS to connect with our team if you suspect you may have this condition.

🙋‍♀️ For years, Krista wondered why her body felt so different.

From North Carolina, Krista shares her journey of living with lipedema symptoms and the physical and emotional toll that came with not having answers.

After discovering more about lipedema through social media, Krista sought medical guidance and connected with The Roxbury Institute and Dr. Aria, who confirmed her diagnosis. Finding a team that listened, supported her, and understood what she was experiencing brought a sense of validation she had been searching for.

Now, Krista is looking forward to feeling more comfortable in her body, reducing her pain, and getting back to the activities she loves.

Have you had a similar experience finding your diagnosis? Share your story in the comments below.

We’re so grateful to have Melissa Seaton, MSN, FNP-C, representing Advanced Lipedema Treatment and The Roxbury Institute at LipCanCon, Canada’s first national lipedema event. 🇨🇦

Melissa had the opportunity to speak on mast cell involvement and lipedema, sharing insights from her clinical experience and helping bring greater awareness to the complex conditions many patients navigate.

We’re incredibly proud to see Melissa representing the ALT Program on an international stage and contributing to conversations that move lipedema care and education forward.

Interested in learning more? Comment LIPCANCON to connect with Melissa and schedule a consultation!

💅 For many people, a pedicure is relaxing. For someone with lipedema, the pressure and massage can sometimes be surprisingly painful.

One of the hallmark symptoms of lipedema is pain and tenderness in the affected tissue. Inflammation and changes within the adipose tissue can make the legs unusually sensitive to touch and pressure.

These everyday experiences can be important clues that something more than “sensitive legs” may be going on.

What are some unexpected things that cause you pain or tenderness? Let us know down below.

👐 Did you know fibrosis can actually be felt beneath the skin?

Lisa, an MLD therapist with the ALT Program at The Roxbury Institute, explains that fibrotic tissue can feel firm, ropey, or hardened beneath the skin. Its texture can vary depending on where it is located.

That’s why skin-to-skin contact is so important during manual lymphatic drainage. It allows the therapist to better assess the tissue, identify areas of fibrosis, and tailor their techniques accordingly.

Gloves may be used immediately after surgery while incisions are still open to help prevent infection. Once the incisions have fully healed, skin-to-skin treatment allows for a more precise tactile assessment.

Have you ever felt your fibrosis? Share your experience in the comments down below.

And you see the definition,