Lipedema Foundation

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The Lipedema Foundation is funding multiple research projects in order to define, diagnose and treat Lipedema and related conditions.

Join LF in Houston for Lipedema in Focus, an accredited CME program presented with Texas A&M University Naresh K. Vashis...
08/24/2026

Join LF in Houston for Lipedema in Focus, an accredited CME program presented with Texas A&M University Naresh K. Vashisht College of Medicine.

Earn 2.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ while learning about the latest research and clinical approaches to recognition, diagnosis, treatment, pain, and lymphatic dysfunction. Healthcare professionals from all disciplines are welcome to attend.

Seats are limited. Register at www.lipedema.org/tamu-cme

GLP-1 medications have become a major topic of conversation in the Lipedema community. But what exactly is GLP-1?GLP-1(g...
08/24/2026

GLP-1 medications have become a major topic of conversation in the Lipedema community. But what exactly is GLP-1?

GLP-1(glucagon-like peptide-1) and GIP (glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide) are hormones your body naturally produces after you eat. They help regulate blood sugar, appetite, and digestion. Medications that mimic these hormones, including GLP-1-only and dual GLP-1/GIP agonists, have transformed treatment for type 2 diabetes and obesity.

Researchers are now exploring if these medications also benefit people with Lipedema? Early studies are examining their potential effects on pain, inflammation, mobility, and quality of life. While interest continues to grow, we still need more research to understand who may benefit, how these medications fit into care, and their long-term impact. Stay tuned for an LF publication capturing the benefits of GLP-1 and dual GLP-1/GIP medications, which will be published soon in the journal Obesity Pillars.

As conversations around GLP-1s continue, understanding the science helps people make informed decisions and have productive discussions with their healthcare team.

LF is excited to announce new Research Award recipient: Karthickeyan Chella Krishnan, PhD, Assistant Professor in the De...
08/22/2026

LF is excited to announce new Research Award recipient: Karthickeyan Chella Krishnan, PhD, Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmacology, Physiology, and Neurobiology at the University of Cincinnati.

Dr. Chella Krishnan's project, "Characterizing Mitochondrial Phenotypes in Lipedema Adipose Tissue," will investigate how mitochondria (the structures that produce energy within cells) function in Lipedema adipose tissue. The study will compare tissue samples from women with Lipedema and matched controls to examine differences in mitochondrial function, structure, and genetics.

Using advanced imaging and molecular analyses, the research will characterize distinct mitochondrial populations within adipose tissue to better understand how cellular energy metabolism may differ in Lipedema.

Learn more about this project: https://www.lipedema.org/chella-krishnan-2025-research-awards

Lipedema and lymphedema are often confused, but they are distinct conditions with different underlying causes.They are a...
08/21/2026

Lipedema and lymphedema are often confused, but they are distinct conditions with different underlying causes.

They are also common comorbidities. People with Lipedema may also have or develop lymphedema, making it important that individuals with Lipedema are assessed for lymphedema as part of a comprehensive clinical evaluation.

Understanding the differences can support earlier recognition, more accurate diagnosis, and appropriate care. Some people also have both conditions, and in fact, lymphedema is one of the most common comorbidities.

Swipe through to learn the key differences, then visit our website to explore more educational resources on Lipedema, diagnosis, and treatment.

www.lipedema.org/about-lipedema

Thank you to everyone who joined us in Huntsville, Alabama, and to our partners at Therapy Achievements for supporting o...
08/20/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us in Huntsville, Alabama, and to our partners at Therapy Achievements for supporting our latest LF Biobank collection event. Each participant helps to build out a resource that advances research and improves our understanding of Lipedema.

Learn more about the Biobank and how it supports research: www.lipedema.org/biobank

Interested in bringing the LF Biobank to your practice or research program? If you are a clinician or surgeon interested in collecting samples as part of your practice or research, we'd like to explore opportunities for collaboration. Contact us at [email protected] to learn how to get involved.

Are you near the Richmond, VA area and want to contribute to Lipedema research?We need the community’s help to grow our ...
08/19/2026

Are you near the Richmond, VA area and want to contribute to Lipedema research?

We need the community’s help to grow our dedicated Lipedema Biobank. Biobanks collect, store, and share biological samples and data to support scientific research, and they are a foundational tool to advance medical discoveries. These samples will support research investigating causes, progression, and potential treatments for Lipedema.

We are looking for those WITH and WITHOUT Lipedema to participate!

Location: Hyatt House Richmond / Short Pump, 11800 West Broad Street, Suite 1098,
Henrico, VA 23233

When: Tuesday, September 15, 7am-3pm & Wednesday, September 16, 7am-3pm

What’s Involved: Collection of blood, an exam for research purposes, and a survey.

Register to participate and check out FAQ’s at lipedema.org/live-research

We're proud to share newly published findings from our LF-led survey on GLP-1/GIP receptor agonist use in people with Li...
08/18/2026

We're proud to share newly published findings from our LF-led survey on GLP-1/GIP receptor agonist use in people with Lipedema – the largest patient-reported study of its kind to date.

The numbers: Among 2,719 participants, current medication users reported better physical and mental health, and lower pain, swelling, and functional limitation than those who had never used these medications.

These are self-reported findings, not proof of cause and effect – but they add real weight to the case for further research into GLP-1/GIP RAs as a potential therapeutic option for Lipedema.

To everyone who took our survey: thank you. Your voice is the data behind this work, and behind every step toward better treatment options.

Read the open-access study: www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2667368126000720
View the handout: www.lipedema.org/s/GLP1_Lipedema_Survey_Handout5.pdf

National Nonprofit Day recognizes the organizations working to make a difference in their communities.At the Lipedema Fo...
08/17/2026

National Nonprofit Day recognizes the organizations working to make a difference in their communities.

At the Lipedema Foundation, our mission centers on advancing research and improving awareness and understanding of Lipedema.

There are many meaningful ways you can support our work! Share reliable resources. Help others learn about Lipedema. Participate in research opportunities when eligible. Each action helps build awareness and strengthen the knowledge needed to advance research.

We joined clinicians, researchers, advocates, and caregivers at the 2026 Global Learning Conference hosted by The Ehlers...
08/13/2026

We joined clinicians, researchers, advocates, and caregivers at the 2026 Global Learning Conference hosted by The Ehlers-Danlos Society as part of the inaugural Comorbidity Corner.

The conference brought together clinicians, researchers, advocates, caregivers, and community members to explore the connections between Lipedema, hypermobility, and related conditions. By sharing knowledge and building partnerships, we can advance research and improve understanding across these overlapping conditions.

Thank you to The Ehlers-Danlos Society for creating opportunities to learn, collaborate, and strengthen the research community.

Join us this Saturday for a Fascia Research Society webinar exploring Lipedema through clinical and fascial perspectives...
08/12/2026

Join us this Saturday for a Fascia Research Society webinar exploring Lipedema through clinical and fascial perspectives.

Jesse Cochrane, PhD, our Vice President of Research, and Courtney Mascio, ED, our Professional Education Manager, will discuss diagnosis, common clinical presentations, and emerging research on fascia and connective tissue. They will also share insights into conservative and interdisciplinary approaches to care.

Saturday, August 15
8 a.m. PDT | 11 a.m. EST

Register: bit.ly/4zfevon

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