🕊️ The Lipedema Loop Mission

We believe information is empowerment.

Our mission is to connect patients, families, and clinicians through education and advocacy — turning confusion into clarity and isolation into community.

This page summarizes current understanding as of 2025. It is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice.

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This summary is based on the Lipedema Research Roadmap 2023–2025 published by the Lipedema Foundation.

You can access and read the full report here:

đź“Ą Download the Lipedema Research Roadmap (PDF)

© 2023 Lipedema Foundation. All rights reserved.

Terms and Conditions

Welcome to The Lipedema Loop! These terms and conditions outline the rules and regulations for the use of our website. By accessing this website, we assume you accept these terms and conditions in full. Do not continue to use The Lipedema Loop’s website if you do not accept all of the terms and conditions stated on this page.

1. Definitions

In these terms and conditions:

  • “Website” refers to The Lipedema Loop.
  • “User, ” “You, ” and “Your” refers to you, the person accessing this website and compliant to the Company’s terms and conditions.
  • “We, ” “Our, ” and “Us” refers to The Lipedema Loop.

2. Use of the Website

This website is intended to provide educational information about lipedema, lipo-lymphedema, and related conditions. The content on this website is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional for any health concerns or before making any decisions related to your health or treatment.

3. Intellectual Property Rights

Unless otherwise stated, The Lipedema Loop and/or its licensors own the intellectual property rights for all material on the website. All intellectual property rights are reserved. You may view and/or print pages from the website for your own personal use subject to restrictions set in these terms and conditions.

You must not:

  • Republish material from this website.
  • Sell, rent, or sub-license material from this website.
  • Reproduce, duplicate, or copy material from this website.
  • Redistribute content from The Lipedema Loop (unless content is specifically made for redistribution).

4. Disclaimer of Liability

The information provided on this website is provided “as is” without any representations or warranties, express or implied. The Lipedema Loop makes no representations or warranties in relation to the information on this website.

While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, we make no guarantees regarding the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability, or availability of the information contained on the website for any purpose. Any reliance you place on such information is therefore strictly at your own risk.

In no event will we be liable for any loss or damage including without limitation, indirect or consequential loss or damage, or any loss or damage whatsoever arising from loss of data or profits arising out of, or in connection with, the use of this website.

5. External Links

This website may contain links to external websites that are not provided or maintained by or in any way affiliated with The Lipedema Loop. Please note that The Lipedema Loop does not guarantee the accuracy, relevance, timeliness, or completeness of any information on these external websites.

6. Limitation of Liability

The Lipedema Loop will not be liable to you (whether under the law of contact, the law of torts, or otherwise) in relation to the contents of, or use of, or otherwise in connection with, this website:

  • To the extent that the website is provided free-of-charge, for any direct loss;
  • For any indirect, special, or consequential loss; or
  • For any business losses, loss of revenue, income, profits or anticipated savings, loss of contracts or business relationships, loss of reputation or goodwill, or loss or corruption of information or data.

These limitations of liability apply even if The Lipedema Loop has been expressly advised of the potential loss.

7. Medical Disclaimer

The content on The Lipedema Loop is intended for educational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. We are not healthcare professionals, and the information provided on this website should not be used to diagnose or treat any medical condition. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider for any health concerns or before making any decisions related to your health or treatment.

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold The Lipedema Loop harmless from any claim or demand, including reasonable attorneys’ fees, made by any third party due to or arising out of your breach of these Terms and Conditions, or your violation of any law or the rights of a third party.

9. Revisions and Errata

The materials appearing on The Lipedema Loop’s website could include technical, typographical, or photographic errors. The Lipedema Loop does not warrant that any of the materials on its website are accurate, complete, or current. The Lipedema Loop may make changes to the materials contained on its website at any time without notice. The Lipedema Loop does not, however, make any commitment to update the materials.

10. Governing Law

These terms and conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Your Jurisdiction], and you submit to the non-exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in [Your Jurisdiction] for the resolution of any disputes.

11. Changes to These Terms and Conditions

The Lipedema Loop may revise these terms and conditions at any time without notice. By using this website, you are agreeing to be bound by the then current version of these terms and conditions.

12. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these terms and conditions, please contact us through the contact form on our website.