Can sound waves or air pressure shrink lipedema fat? new study aims to find out
NCT ID NCT07404059
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests two non-invasive treatments—ultrasound fat cavitation and pneumatic compression—to see which better reduces fat thickness in women with mild to moderate lipedema. Lipedema is a painful fat disorder affecting millions of women. The goal is to find a safe, surgery-free option to ease symptoms and improve body shape.
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30 to 45 years
- Sex
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Female participants only
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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Ninety females patients their age from 30 to 45 years 2. Diagnosed with mild to moderate lipedema 3. Mentally stable functionally and physically stable. Exclusion Criteria: 1. Patents with severe lipedema 2. Patients with type 4 lipedema 3. Clinically unstable patients 4. Patients with chronic diseases 5. Patients with endocrine diseases 6. Patienst with similar conditions like lymphedema, dercum's diseases or overall obesity 7. Patients with lower limbs fractures
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Cairo University
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