06/08/2026
Lipedema typically affects the legs and sometimes the arms, with a characteristic cuff at the ankle or wrist where the affected tissue ends. It is not caused by lifestyle, and standard weight loss strategies do not resolve it. Conservative treatment includes compression, manual lymphatic drainage, and movement. More on the blog at https://buff.ly/DCTrzvp
Why are my legs fat? Understand the medical causes behind leg swelling including lipedema and lymphedema. Explore treatment options like lymphedema pumps and compression therapy.