TALK LIPOEDEMA

BY YOUR SIDE: Peer Support Programme We are here for you. Our support services are available to anyone who needs a helping hand to live well with lipoedema. Our programme links you with a trained supporter to help you in a number of ways from managing the symptoms of lipoedema to sign posting you to additional help. Get in touch to chat with someone who knows how it feels, and who will be there by your side. This project is open to all UK residents with a UK postcode. To access this service, pop on to our website and fill out the form: https://lnkd.in/e9T5DEy8 #TalkLipoedema #LipoedemaCharity #LipoedemaSupport #Lipoedema #Lipedema #LipoedemaCommunity #Lipalgia #LipoedemaLife #PeerSupport #LivingWellWithLipoedema

Exercise is important for managing lipoedema, as it helps improve lymphatic flow, reduce inflammation, and maintain mobility. We recommend gentle, low-impact exercises but always check with your doctor before starting anything new. Top Exercises for Lipoedema, include: 💜Walking: A simple yet effective way to keep the body moving and support lymph flow. 💜Swimming & Aqua Aerobics: Water reduces pressure on joints and provides natural compression for improved circulation. 💜Yoga & Pilates: Enhances flexibility, strengthens muscles, and encourages lymphatic drainage. Have you seen our yoga and Pilates videos on our YouTube channel? These have been specifically designed for people with lipoedema in mind. #TalkLipoedema #LipoedemaCharity #SelfCare #Lipoedema #Lipedema #Lipalgia #LipoedemaCommunity #LipedemaCommunity

We have two FREE  courses available to residents of Midlothian beginning this month. Meet other people with lipoedema and share your experiences, while taking part in mindful activities. Choose between jewellery-making or watercolour painting or attend both! Both sessions require no previous experience of painting or making jewellery and the aim of the sessions is for you to enjoy the classes with no pressure or expectations. We are very grateful to Midlothian Communities Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund for Adults for funding this course. The tickets are free of charge but you must have a Midlothian postcode and be available to attend both sessions of each course. Dates from Thursday 27th February Time: 7pm-9pm Location: Glencorse Centre, 4 Firth Road, Auchendinny, Midlothian EH26 0QZ Book your free tickets here: https://lnkd.in/dNgzpBKQ #TalkLipoedema #LipoedemaCharity #LipoedemaEvent #Midlothian #MindfulnessForLipoedema #Mindfulness #LipoedemaCommunity

❤️❤️This Valentine’s Day, Don’t Forget to Love Yourself! ❤️❤️ The most important relationship you’ll ever have is with yourself. Take today as a reminder to prioritize self-care, celebrate your worth, and do something that makes you happy, whether it’s a cosy night in with a favourite movie, cooking yourself a delicious meal, or simply speaking to yourself with kindness. You deserve love every single day, especially from yourself. ❤️ #TalkLipoedema #LipoedemaCharity #LipoedemaSelfCare #SelfCare Lipalgia #Lipedema #HappyValentinesDay #ValentinesDay #TreatYourself

Some Symptoms of Lipoedema: 💜Symmetrical fat accumulation: Usually affects both legs and sometimes arms but spares the hands and feet. 💜Pain and tenderness: Affected areas can be painful, even with light pressure. 💜Easy bruising: bruising can appear over the affected areas. 💜Diet-resistant fat: Weight loss efforts does not reduce lipoedema fat. 💜Cuffing can appear at the ankles or wrists: A clear distinction between affected and unaffected areas. It’s important to note that not every person with lipoedema will experience every symptom. Head to our website for more information. #TalkLipoedema #LipoedemaCharity #Lipoedema #Lipedema #Lipalgia #LipoedemaAwareness #LipoedemaCommunity

It’s Wellness Wednesday! At Talk Lipoedema, we like to focus on showing your limbs some love and one way to do this is eating a variety of food. By ensuring you eat a varied diet, you will consume a wider range of nutrients. Try changing the way you eat vegetables, for example, a vegetable curry can include herbs and spices like ginger and turmeric. Roasting cauliflower brings out different flavours to just boiling it. What’s your favourite way to add vegetables to your day? Let us know! #TalkLipoedema #LipoedemaCharity #LipoedemaAwareness #Lipoedema #Lipedema #Lipalgia #WellnessWednesday #LoveYourLimbs #LoveYourBody

💜Let’s talk about lipoedema 💜 Lipoedema is a chronic condition that causes an abnormal buildup of fat, usually in the legs, hips, buttocks, and sometimes arms. It’s not caused by lifestyle choices and often goes undiagnosed, leaving many people struggling with pain, swelling, and mobility issues. Share our post to raise awareness of lipoedema! 💜 #TalkLipoedema #LipoedemaCharity #Lipoedema #LipoedemaAwareness #Lipedema #LipoedemaCommunity #Lipalgia

☂️ International Umbrella Day ☂️ Colourful umbrellas aren’t just for rain…they’re a symbol of joy, resilience, and positivity on gloomy days! They protect us from storms and add a little colour in our lives which can lift our mood and brighten even the dreariest of days. A colourful umbrella is like practising mindfulness: no matter how grey the sky, there’s always room for a splash of colour and a spark of hope! #TalkLipoedema #LipoedemaCharity #LipoedemaLife #LipoedemaMindfulness #LoveYourLife #LipoedemaAwareness #Lipoedema #Lipedema #LipedemaAwareness #StayPositive #ColourYourWorld #UmbrellaOfJoy

Tips for Nordic Walking with Lipoedema: 💜Wear compression garments if recommended, as they can support circulation and reduce swelling. 💜Choose soft terrain (like grass or trails) to minimize impact on sensitive legs. 💜Start with a gentle pace and gradually increase intensity as comfort allows. 💜Stay hydrated to support lymphatic function. #TalkLipoedema #NordicWalking #LipoedemaCharity #Lipoedema #ExerciseForLipoedema #MovementForLipoedema #Lipalgia #Lipoedema #Lipedema #LipoedemaAwareness #LipedemaAwareness

We are delighted to be running a two-session course on mindfulness and watercolour painting with Kat Healy. We are very grateful to Midlothian Communities Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund for Adults for funding this course. The tickets are free of charge but you must have a Midlothian postcode and be available to attend both sessions. Date: Thursday 24th April and Thursday 29th May Time: 7pm-9pm Location: Glencorse Centre, 4 Firth Road, Auchendinny, Midlothian EH26 0QZ Book your free tickets here: https://lnkd.in/dNgzpBKQ #TalkLipoedema #LipoedemaCharity #LipoedemaEvent #Midlothian #MindfulnessForLipoedema #Mindfulness #LipoedemaCommunity