Lipedema pain mystery: new study probes Brain's role in suffering
NCT ID NCT07240285
First seen Nov 20, 2025 · Last updated May 24, 2026 · Updated 23 times
Summary
This study looked at how the nervous system and emotions affect pain in women with lipedema, a condition causing painful fat buildup in the legs. Researchers compared 60 women with lipedema to healthy controls, measuring pain sensitivity, anxiety, depression, and thoughts about pain. The goal was to better understand the factors behind lipedema pain, not to test a treatment.
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Istanbul Physical Medicine Rehabilitation Training and Research Hospital
Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)
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