Embarking on the path of lipedema surgery is more than a physical transformation—it's a passage to rediscovering your sense of self and the comfort in your own skin. We know the silent struggles that come with finding clothing that caters to your body's unique needs—boots that just won't zip up, jeans that fit tightly on your legs but are loose on your waist, and tops that are unnecessarily baggy.
At the Elston Clinic, our approach to lipedema reduction surgery is built on understanding your problems, goals, and how we can craft a custom treatment plan that best achieves them. We understand that slipping into a pair of well-fitting jeans can bring a sense of normalcy, the simple pleasure of choosing a dress that flatters without compromise, or the freedom of wearing a sleeveless top on a warm summer day. These moments are not just about fashion—they're about reclaiming choices and making clothing fit more into your lifestyle, rather than settling on whatever just fits.
The Post Surgery Embrace of Choice
Post-surgery, as you recover, you'll notice a difference that resonates beyond the mirror. Many patients find that roughly 24 hours after surgery they can already see and feel the difference…then the swelling kicks in. The typical “swell hell” can last for a few weeks, but usually around a month after lipedema liposuction surgery patients will begin to notice clothing fits differently and in a good way. Two months after surgery I see many of my patients will gain the confidence to wear clothing that has been mentally off limits to them, not just at home, but out in the world, free from the weight of self-consciousness. It's about being seen for who you are, not defined by lipedema.
Recovery and Rediscovery
Our patients' stories are heartwarming tales of renewal. After surgery, they speak of liberation from the physical discomfort of lipedema and the emotional joy of dressing with ease. We've captured these heartfelt experiences, hoping they resonate with your journey and inspire confidence.
Concluding with Care
As we draw this conversation to a close, we want to remind you that your journey is also our journey here. The Elston Clinic is more than a medical practice; it's an office that focuses on the goals of the patient and their specific needs. While lipedema causes tenderness, heaviness, and a host of other functional problems, we also acknowledge the psychological and mental impact the disease impacts on our patients over time. Many patients are dismissed, told to lose weight, and all the while they feel less and less like themselves because they can’t even wear the clothing they want.
Our main goal is functional: help you feel better with less pain and increase your ability to do the things you want to do. In the back of my mind I’m always thinking about how you see yourself and how you want to ultimately see yourself after your lipedema reduction surgery journey. Feeling confident in your own skin can bleed into many other aspects of your life, relationships, and your sense of self worth and I think that’s something worth pursuing and discussing.
We invite you to explore our resources, reach out for support, and consider how lipedema surgery could be a step toward the comfort and self-assurance you deserve. Connect with us for your free virtual consultation and let your next chapter of style and self-love begin.
See our list of supplies below to shop the compression garments we recommend before and after surgery for our patients.
Supplies
- Washable underpads for drainage after liposuction: https://amzn.to/3Kfimtj
- Disposable underpads for drainage after liposuction: https://amzn.to/3wRsu8D
- ACE bandages for light compression and to hold bandages in place: https://amzn.to/3VckHeO
- Disposable Fluff Gauze Rolls (Kerlix): https://amzn.to/44TpRQk
- Compression Leggings: https://amzn.to/4bHhY2C
- Compression Garment for Arms: https://amzn.to/3yIGeD2
