Massage machine may speed recovery after lipedema surgery
NCT ID NCT07618065
First seen Jun 01, 2026 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026 · Updated 5 times
Summary
Lipedema is a painful fat condition in women's legs. Liposuction can help, but recovery often involves swelling and pain. This study tested whether adding Endermologie—a gentle suction and rolling massage—to standard physiotherapy improves recovery. 88 women took part, comparing those who got only physiotherapy with those who also got Endermologie.
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Locations
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Outpatient Physiotherapy Clinic in al rahma hospital
Cairo, Egypt
What this could mean
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Active substance
Endermologie (mechanical massage device)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could give women with lipedema a better, faster recovery after liposuction, with less swelling and pain.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with 88 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. Endermologie may not provide extra benefit over standard physiotherapy.
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