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Lipoedema (Lipodema) now has a dedicated page in Fields of Application in the PhysioPod website

By Mary Fickling on Mar 12 2015.
What is Lipoedema? Lipoedema (NOT Lymphoedema) is a chronic, hereditary and genetic disorder of the adipose tissue (or body fat) which can be both disfiguring and painful. It predominantly affects women (although men can also suffer) from the age of puberty and beyond. Sufferers may have a normal slim (upper) body shape but a much larger disproportionate lower body below the waist without changes made to diet or exercise regime, in some cases, upper arms are effected too. As Lipoedema progresses, additional, expanding fat cells interfere with the pathways of lymphatic vessels and sufferers can develop secondary Lymphoedema and it then becomes known as Lipo-Lymphoedema. The effects of Lipoedema on the patient can also cause great psychological distress for the sufferer. It is very important for people with lipoedema to eat a healthy diet and follow a programme of low impact exercises such as swimming, walking or cycling.


Lymphoedema Awareness Week 2015 - PhysioPod® would like to share the testimonial of sufferer Mary Robinson

By Mary Fickling on Mar 12 2015.
"Outstanding! I cannot recommend the PhysioPod highly enough and wish more people knew about it and could benefit from using one. What a difference this machine has made to my life, without it I dread to think how much worse my lymphoedema would be...


On International Lymphoedema Awareness Day March 6th 2015 LAW2015 Lyndsey share her thoughts on using the PhysioPod for self management of Primary Lymphoedema and following Liposuction

By Mary Fickling on Mar 06 2015.
Lindsay first experienced DEEP OSCILLATION therapy via the HIVAMAT200 in 2008 from her MLD Therapist and immediately felt the benefit in breaking up fibrotic tissue and moving trapped oedema. Four years later she purchased the DEEP OSCILLATION Personal Sports and thanks PhysioPod's unique service in providing a bespoke card for her leg care. Post liposuction she has found the therapy invaluable for her new thinner leg.


Hospice Isle of Man Add DEEP OSCILLATION® to their treatments for Lymphoedema

By Mary Fickling on Feb 05 2015.
PhysioPod® met Karen Taylor, Head Nurse, Lymphoedema Services at Hospice Isle of Man whilst exhibiting at The BLS Conference in October 2014. After seeking the opinion of other Lymphoedema Practitioners regarding DEEP OSCILLATION® treatment, the Hospice decided to invest in the equipment to enhance their existing range of treatments. This will be the first time the therapy is available in The Isle Of Man, other fields of application include injury management and post surgical rehabilitation.


Physiotherapy feedback: DEEP OSCILLATION® therapy

By Mary Fickling on Jan 07 2015.
PhysioPod® UK Limited are delighted to receive this feedback from Alexander Mclean of Peterhead Physiotherapy after just two months of using DEEP OSCILLATION® therapy.


Aluminium - A Health Risk? News from Physiomed Elektromedizin AG, our German manufacturers

By Mary Fickling on Jan 05 2015.
"There has been a lot of talk recently in the media about aluminium in cosmetics like antiperspirant deodorants or food (like the current issue of lye pretzels)...


URGENT ACTION NEEDED PLEASE on The BLS Petition for a national strategy for Lymphodema in England - "Save the NHS £100, for every £1 spent on lymphoedema treatments"

By Mary Fickling on Dec 15 2014.
Jane Durston, Operations Manager at The British Lymphology Society has surveyed BLS member views on Lymphoedema Awareness Week 2015 and has created the petition "Save the NHS £100, for every £1 spent on lymphoedema treatments". As Corporate Members of BLS, PhysioPod UK Limited have added their names to the petition and would really appreciate the support of others in adding their name too.


Empower Magazine Issue 6. FAQ Regarding DEEP OSCILLATION Self Management Post Amputation

By Mary Fickling on Nov 29 2014.
Prepared by Mary Fickling and Elaine Cruickshank MacNicol RGN, Lymphoedema Consultant Nurse Specialist


PhysioPod® UK Limited review of The Acupuncture Association of Chartered Physiotherapists Scottish Conference November 2014

By Mary Fickling on Nov 25 2014.
PhysioPod® were delighted to accept the invitation of AACP to exhibit DEEP OSCILLATION® therapy at their 2014 Conference, celebrating 30 years of AACP being established. An excellent line up of speakers provided a stimulating series of clinically applicable presentations.


Review of Lipoedema Ladies "Big Meet" - 11th October 2014 at The Village Urban Resort Hotel

By Mary Fickling on Oct 23 2014.
PhysioPod UK Limited met with Lipoedema Ladies at their third BIG MEET yearly get-together at The Village Urban Resort Hotel, Hyde in Manchester