Lipoedema Information

Kristin was invited to be the Australian Patient and Therapist Representative,

and a guest speaker on her course

 "Kristin Osborn's Ultimate Guide To Plastic Surgery" a guide for patients seeking surgery

Kristin also participated in published papers at the Lipedema World Congress in Germany in 2023.

Kristin also attended the "Live Surgery Day" alongside the Surgeons to learn about the advancements in Lipoedema Surgery.

Lymphoedema & Lipoedema Educator

What is lipoedema?

Lipoedema is a condition of the fat and connective tissue. It mainly affects women but can affect men and often develops around times of hormonal change, puberty, pregnancy & menopause. Lipoedema connective tissue is different, it has gaps for fluid, gel, and fibrosis to form.

Some signs of lipoedema:
• Fat tissue changes affecting the legs, buttocks, hips, abdomen, arms, breasts & under the chin
• Fat ‘bulges’ or 'fat pads' develop around the knees or at the hips 
• The body may look out of proportion; the upper body is smaller than the lower body
• Waistline may be narrow in comparison to hips
• Feet and hands are usually not affected
• The area may bruise easily, with broken blood vessels, and/or varicose veins.

What lipoedema may feel like:
• The skin and tissue can feel very soft and may be cold to the touch.
• Some people feel small lumps (called lipomas) in the enlarged tissues.
• There may be pain in the affected areas, especially when pressure is applied.
• Legs may feel heavy, tired, and aching.