The Appeal of DEEP OSCILLATION® Therapy For Conservative Lipoedema Management and Post Liposuction Care
Lipoedema is a chronic condition that affects connective and adipose tissue mainly in women and is characterised by a disproportionate build-up of fatty tissue in the lower abdomen, hips, buttocks, legs, and can affect arms. Often misunderstood and misdiagnosed as obesity or lymphoedema, lipoedema can significantly impact a person's physical and psychological well-being. Symptoms can include pain, tenderness, easy bruising, swelling, and a 'cuffing' effect at the ankles or wrists. Diet and exercise often prove ineffective against lipoedema tissue.
Deep Oscillation is a non-invasive therapy emerging as a valuable tool in both conservative management and pre- and post-lipoedema liposuction care.
Understanding Deep Oscillation
Deep Oscillation is an internationally patented technology that utilises electrostatic attraction and friction to create gentle, biologically effective oscillations within treated tissue. These pleasant oscillations penetrate deeply through hygienic, gloved hands or a handheld applicator, affecting all tissue components down to an 8 cm depth, including skin, connective tissue, subcutaneous fat, muscles, and blood and lymph vessels. Unlike other therapies, deep oscillation is non-traumatic, allowing for very early application following injury or surgery, even from day one postoperatively.
Deep Oscillation for Conservative Lipoedema Management
Deep oscillation therapy offers a range of benefits for individuals managing lipoedema without surgical intervention. Testimonials from users highlight its effectiveness in pain management and reducing swelling. One individual with both lipoedema and fibromyalgia reported not only pain relief but also less leg swelling and increased energy levels after using a personal deep oscillation device.
PhysioPod® UK, the exclusive UK and Ireland supplier and trademarked trainer of Deep Oscillation devices, can be a helpful tool to improve the quality of life for those living with lipoedema. The therapy's gentle nature allows therapists to use regular massage movements or circular motions, making it a comfortable and relaxing experience.
Enhancing Liposuction Outcomes with Deep Oscillation
Deep Oscillation plays a significant role in preparing the tissue for lipoedema liposuction and subsequent recovery. Its anti-oedema, lymph drainage, anti-fibrosis, and detoxifying qualities help to soften the soften the tissue, potentially leading to less bleeding and fewer complications during the surgical procedure, as consultant plastic surgeon Mr Vasu Karri noted.
Post-operatively, deep oscillation's gentle, non-invasive nature allows for early therapist and patient application. This early intervention accelerates the healing process, reduces pain, bruising, and swelling, improves scar quality, and inhibits local inflammation over a sustained period. Mr Karri has observed that the combined approach of Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) and Deep Oscillation helps to dissipate post-operative oedema, allowing for further liposuction if needed. Furthermore, deep oscillation can help reduce any fibrosis that may occur post-liposuction.
The growing acceptance of deep oscillation in the management of lipoedema is evident in the support from leading surgeons like Mr Karri and its recognition at international conferences, such as the First World Congress on Lipedema in Potsdam, Germany.
Lymphatic diseases: Deep oscillation is commonly used to treat and manage lymphoedema because it effectively reduces swelling. Studies have also shown that deep oscillation massage is safe and well-tolerated in patients with fibromyalgia, leading to sustained improvements in symptoms and quality of life.
Accessing Deep Oscillation Therapy
Individuals interested in deep oscillation therapy have several options. They can seek treatment from therapists who offer this modality. For those with lipoedema and secondary lymphoedema or those planning liposuction, PhysioPod UK specifically recommends seeing a private MLD DLT Lymphoedema Therapist.
Alternatively, individuals can purchase Deep Oscillation personal devices directly from PhysioPod UK for self-care, enabling convenient home treatment. Hiring a unit for pre- and post-liposuction is also a viable option. Please email PhysioPod for more details.
Conclusion
Deep Oscillation therapy offers a promising avenue for managing the multifaceted challenges of lipoedema. Its gentle, yet deep-acting effects provide relief from pain and swelling, while its use in conjunction with liposuction can optimise surgical outcomes and enhance recovery. As awareness of lipoedema grows, non-invasive therapies like deep oscillation play an increasingly important role in improving the quality of life for individuals with this chronic condition.
