The Impact of Organized Systems

In this episode, we delve into the importance of a personalized and holistic approach to combating lipedema with Nobuhle Williams. Unlike a one-size-fits-all solution, combining various treatment options has been shown to produce the most effective results. We'll explore the unique benefits of different treatments and provide guidance on how to mix and match them to suit your individual needs.

This episode talks about the highlights of a conference that Dr. Leslyn Keith attended on March 3-7, 2024.The original purpose of the **Gordon Research Conference (**GRC) was to bring together scientists working at the frontier of research in a particular area, such as biochemistry, physics, etc. in order to discuss in depth the most recent advances in the field and to stimulate new directions for research.Explore diverse breakthroughs in lymphatic research, including insights into brain and bone lymphatics, organ systems, and genetic factors underlying primary lymphedema and lipedema, showcased at this conference.

- Today, I have an excerpt from an interview with Dr. Georgia Ede from our Lipedema & Keto Worldwide Summit held in 2017.- Dr. Ede is a Harvard-trained psychiatrist with a special interest and expertise in nutrition.- She has a wonderful website, diagnosisdiet.com, that you may want to check out.- In this excerpt, Dr. Ede explains what a keto diet is and why it benefits the brain.- She also discusses the importance of individualizing a diet to find what works best for you.

- Today, I have an excerpt from an interview with Dr. Paula Stewart from our Lipedema & Keto Worldwide Summit held in 2017.- Dr. Stewart is board-certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, specializing in general physical rehabilitation, neurologic rehabilitation, and comprehensive rehabilitation care for patients with cancer and lymphedema.- In this excerpt, Dr. Stewart shares how she first learned about and began treating lipedema over 20 years ago.

- Today, I have an excerpt from an interview with Dr. David Amron from our Lipedema Worldwide Summit in 2016.- Dr. David Amron is a plastic surgeon specializing in liposuction for lipedema, practicing in Beverly Hills, California.- In this excerpt, Dr. Amron explains the pathophysiology of fibrosis in lipedema.

- Today, I’d like to share some opportunities for you to participate in lipedema research.- These studies are asynchronous, allowing participants to start and finish at different times, as long as they complete their participation by the study's end date.- Some studies are testing interventions, while others are focused on data collection.

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- Today, I'm excited to share insights from a collaborative research effort involving scholars from Jordan, Australia, and Italy.- The focus of their work is captured in the paper titled: Addressing Emotional Regulation Challenges in a Female Lipedema Cohort.- This significant contribution was published in the October 2022 issue of the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health.

- Lipedema manifests in legs that are disproportionately heavy.- Individuals may experience pain upon palpation or swelling in the affected areas.- It's crucial to identify lipedema as it transcends mere adiposity or obesity; it necessitates specialized medical attention.- Fortunately, there are various treatments and resources available to assist those with lipedema.