Newcastle Lymphoedema, Lipoedema, Pre & Post Surgery Clinic

23/08/2026

17/08/2026

🦴 LIPOEDEMA & YOUR BONE HEALTH — SOMETHING EVERY WOMAN SHOULD KNOW! 🦴

Did you know that women with lipoedema may be at increased risk of low bone density (osteopenia), which can be a precursor to osteoporosis?

A DEXA scan is a simple test that measures bone density and can help identify changes before they become a bigger problem. 💗

You may be advised to have a DEXA scan if you have risk factors such as:

🔹 Becoming shorter or noticing a change in height
🔹 A history of chemotherapy
🔹 A fall or fracture in the last 2 years
🔹 Early menopause
🔹 Irregular menstrual cycles
🔹 Taking medications that may reduce bone density

But here’s why I’m sharing my own experience…

I had none of these obvious risk factors, but I do have lipoedema and Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, both of which can be relevant to connective tissue and musculoskeletal health.

So, I decided to pay $90 for my own DEXA scan. I had the scan on Friday — and by Monday morning, my doctor had urgently contacted me to make an appointment to discuss the results and my options. 🩺

⚠️ This is why I believe women need to be proactive about their bone health.

You don’t necessarily need to wait until you have symptoms, a fall or a fracture before starting the conversation.

💗 Ask your doctor whether a DEXA scan is appropriate for you.

Knowing your bone density gives you information — and early awareness may provide an opportunity to take steps to protect your bones and potentially slow further bone loss.

I’m sharing this because I want every woman with lipoedema to understand that looking after your lymphatic and connective tissue health is only part of the picture — your bones matter too. 🦴💗

Knowledge allows you to be proactive.

Please speak with your GP or treating health professional about your individual risk factors and whether a DEXA scan is appropriate for you. This post is for education and awareness and is not a diagnosis or substitute for medical advice.

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16/08/2026

So much updated information on changes to surgery has emerged since this podcast.

https://www.newlymphclinic.com.au/lipoedema-surgery-australia

09/08/2026

💜 Living proof that managing Lipoedema is about more than just treating the legs.

I live with Stage 2, Type 2 Phlebo-lipoedema, along with multiple complex health conditions, including Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD), Oesophageal Spasms, Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS), Raynaud's Syndrome, Sjögren's Syndrome, Alopecia, Tinnitus, Chronic Fatigue, Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV), Left Leg Neuropathy, Retinoschisis and Osteoarthritis.

Despite these challenges, I have successfully managed my health for many years.

✨ My Lipoedema and venous disease have not progressed.
✨ My blood test results are consistently within normal ranges.
✨ My major organs are functioning at their highest capacity.
✨ I don't take medication for these conditions.
✨ I don't rely on compression pumps.
✨ I only need to see my doctor every six months for routine monitoring.

Over the years, I've learned that effective management isn't about finding a single "magic" treatment—it's about understanding how the body works as a whole and addressing the factors that influence each condition.

This is the same approach I share with my patients. My goal is to help people better understand their conditions, develop practical strategies to manage them, and improve their quality of life through evidence-informed care in collaboration with their medical team.

💜 Every person's health journey is unique, but with the right education, support, and management plan, meaningful improvements are possible.

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Disclaimer: This post shares my personal experience and is for educational purposes only. Individual results will vary. Always seek advice from your GP or healthcare team before making changes to your treatment or management plan.

04/08/2026

Before we understood Lipoedema, many people believed the fat they could see and feel was simply a weight issue.

💜 But what if that fat is actually the result of an underlying process that has been developing for years before it becomes visible?

Emerging research is changing the way we understand Lipoedema.

📚 According to Viana, Invitti & Schor (2026), Lipoedema is proposed to be a disorder of the stromal environment—the supportive framework within our tissues that plays an important role in how cells function, communicate, and respond to injury.

This means Lipoedema may involve much more than fat alone. It may affect multiple structures and pathways within the body long before the characteristic fat deposits appear.

💡 I have a new educational chart that explains:
✔️ What the stromal environment is
✔️ How it may contribute to Lipoedema
✔️ Which tissues and body systems may be affected
✔️ Why understanding the underlying processes is so important for assessment and management

This information is now being shared with both my online and in-clinic patients as part of their education, helping them better understand why Lipoedema develops—not just what they can see.

Knowledge is empowering, and the more we understand the science behind Lipoedema, the better equipped we are to make informed decisions about treatment and long-term care. 💜

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Disclaimer: This post is for educational purposes only and reflects emerging research. The proposed role of the stromal environment in Lipoedema is an evolving area of scientific investigation and should not be interpreted as established fact. Individual assessment and treatment should always be guided by an appropriately qualified healthcare professional.

02/08/2026

✨ More evidence that Reid Sleeve compression garments really do work! 💙

Another wonderful result for a patient with later-stage Lipoedema and Lymphoedema.

🌙 After wearing her Reid Sleeve compression garments at night for just one month, she has experienced:

✅ No pain
✅ Reduced swelling
✅ She can comfortably fit back into her old shoes!

These are the kinds of improvements that can make such a difference to everyday life.

🏆 At the Lipoedema Summit 2026, padded compression garments were voted as the preferred option for night-time use for people living with Lipoedema, recognising the comfort and therapeutic benefits they provide while you sleep.

Every patient is different, but it's always encouraging to see positive outcomes in such a short period of time.

💙 Better comfort. Better function. Better quality of life.

https://www.newlymphclinic.com.au/reid-sleeve-compression

⚠️ Disclaimer: This post shares the experience of one patient. Individual results will vary depending on factors such as the stage of Lipoedema or Lymphoedema, overall health, adherence to treatment, and your treating healthcare professional's advice. Compression therapy should always be prescribed and monitored by a suitably qualified healthcare practitioner.

22/07/2026

Executive Biography: Kristin Osborn

With almost 22 years of clinical practice dedicated exclusively to patients living with Lymphoedema and Lipoedema, Kristin Osborn is one of Australia's most experienced and highly qualified Lipoedema and Lymphoedema Specialist Medical Therapists.

Kristin is recognised internationally for her clinical expertise, education, research contributions and advocacy. She has devoted her career to improving the lives of people living with Lipoedema and Lymphoedema through advanced assessment, treatment, education, research, nutrition and product development.

Clinical Expertise
Specialist in Lymphoedema and Lipoedema, providing complex assessments, advanced treatments, exclusive products and long-term management education.
Specialist Pre & Post Surgery Recovery Therapist, preparing patients for surgery and guiding their recovery using the latest international evidence and techniques.
Lipoedema Research Assistant.
Nutritionist specialising in lymphatic health.
Remedial Massage Therapist.
Osteopathy Therapy Practitioner.

International Recognition
Kristin has represented Australia on the international stage through her work in Lipoedema education and research.
Official Speaker at the Lipedema World Congress, Germany.
Australian Patient and Therapist Representative at the Lipedema World Congress.
Attended the Live Surgical Training Program at the Lipedema World Congress, learning alongside leading international surgeons on the latest surgical techniques.
Official attendee of the Lipedema Summit 2026.
Guest speaker on the Lipoedema Podcast.
Contributor to the upcoming Lipoedema Coffee Table Book.
Contributor to Dutch research into Lipoedema treatments.

Education & Teaching
Kristin has educated thousands of healthcare professionals and patients through lectures, conferences and professional education.
Ausmed Lecturer in Lipoedema and Lymphoedema.
Speaker at Lipoedema Australia's inaugural conference (2014).
Lecturer at HMRI, John Hunter Hospital on Lymphoedema.
Presenter and educator for numerous organisations supporting people living with Lymphoedema and Lipoedema.
Regular media contributor and educator promoting awareness of lymphatic conditions.

Publications & Media
Internationally published author of The Lymphatic-Friendly Diet, a nutrition guide for people living with Lipoedema and Lymphoedema.
Author of The Average Diet™.
Creator of the Ultimate Guide to Plastic Surgery.
Interviewed by 2NUR Radio on Lymphoedema and Lipoedema.
Contributor to House of Wellness print media.

Qualifications & Professional Development
Kristin continually undertakes international education to ensure her patients receive the most up-to-date evidence-based care.

Diplomas
Diploma of Remedial Massage.
Diploma of Massage Science.
Diploma of Nutrition.

International Certifications
Chikly Institute.
Klose Training.
University of Arizona College of Medicine – Lipedema.
Royal College of Practitioners – Lipoedema.
Mount Sinai Beth Israel.
University of Glasgow – Lymphoedema.
Lipedema Project.
Certification in Osteopathy Therapy.
PraxHub Professional Training.

Innovation & Product Development
Kristin has developed products specifically designed to support lymphatic health and post-surgical recovery.
Creator of NewLymLotion™.
Creator of NewLymWash™.
Creator of NewLymSkin™.
Creator of NewLymFace™.
Australasian and European Supplier of Reid Sleeve Compression Garments.
Creator of Hippy Lippy Lady™ Lipoedema Awareness products.

Professional Memberships
Member of the Worldwide Directory for Lipedema Project.
Member of Wounds Australia.
Member of Beat the Swell.
Listed on Lipoedema Australia's inaugural Therapist Register.

Awards
Recipient of multiple business and professional awards, including awards in 2016, 2020, 2021, 2023, 2024 and 2025, recognising her commitment to excellence, innovation, education and raising awareness of Lipoedema and Lymphoedema.

Personal Experience
Kristin not only treats Lipoedema professionally but also lives with the condition herself. She has Stage 2 Phlebo-lipoedema and understands firsthand the physical and emotional challenges faced by her patients. She also lives with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD), Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS), Raynaud's Syndrome, Sjögren's Syndrome, Alopecia, Tinnitus, Chronic Fatigue, EBV and Osteoarthritis.

This unique combination of almost 22 years of clinical experience, international education, research involvement and personal lived experience enables Kristin to provide compassionate, evidence-based care while truly understanding the journey her patients experience.

14/07/2026

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26/06/2026

✨ Why experience matters when managing Lipoedema and Lymphoedema. 💜

With 21 years of experience, I am proud to be one of Australia's most experienced and highly educated Lipoedema and Lymphoedema therapists.

My role goes far beyond assessments and treatments. I help people understand their condition, educate them on the latest evidence-based management strategies, and provide access to the newest techniques, devices, products, and treatments available.

I also educate doctors and nurses, ensuring more healthcare professionals understand these complex conditions and can better support their patients.

💜 When you book an appointment with me, you receive my complete attention in a dedicated one-on-one consultation.

Because I am educated across all aspects of Lipoedema and Lymphoedema management, you don't need to be referred from one therapist to another. Your assessment, education, treatment planning, compression advice, product recommendations, and ongoing support are all provided in one.

I am passionate about helping people achieve real, lasting results. As someone who also lives with Lipoedema, I understand the journey personally as well as professionally. I've seen incredible outcomes—not because there is a "quick fix," but because education, commitment, and the right management plan truly make a difference.

If you're looking for someone who will listen, be honest, work with integrity, and genuinely wants to help you succeed, I'd love to help.

💜 Your goals become my goals, and together we'll work towards achieving the best possible outcome.

24/06/2026

💫 Introducing NewLymFace™, the newest addition to the NewLym Family. A luxurious facial serum that supports lymphatic flow, promotes healthy circulation, and provides deep nourishment for beautifully glowing winter skin.

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