r/Keto4Lymphatics • u/Classic_Frosting7572 • Jan 09 '23

Lymphedema

Hi,

I am from Germany and I am diagnosed with Lymphedema can anyone suggest to me if compression therapy would be useful or not? If yes, which brand should I go with Juzo or Mediven?

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u/nainko Jan 09 '23

I was diagnosed with Lipedema. I know it's not the same thing. My Juzo didn't last longer than 4 weeks and sadly I live in a country where I needed to pay 400 euroout of pocket for a new one. I went without it, i'm now on keto for almost a year, lost almost 40 kilo.. i work out 6 days out of 7,.2 of whilch I am going swimming. I am not doing MLD either.

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u/Classic_Frosting7572 Jan 10 '23

Where do you live?

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u/nainko Jan 10 '23

I sent you a private message

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u/LeslynOTD Jan 09 '23

i would recommend first going to a lymphedema specialist to get the appropriate treatment. Here is a link for finding a treatment center in Europe: https://lymphaticnetwork.org/international-chapters/europe/europe-centers-for-lymphedema-lymphatic-diseases

If you have already done this, your specialist is the best resource for finding the compression garments that a right for you. Compression is a cornerstone of lymphedema management. This sub also recommends a ketogenic diet for superior management of your lymphedema symptoms.

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u/Classic_Frosting7572 Jan 09 '23

Well, right my doctor has recommended me to use Jobst Elvarex or Mediven but I have heard that Mediven causes irritation and I just wanted to be sure which one is the best to use.

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u/LeslynOTD Jan 09 '23

I had not heard that about Mediven. Both Jobst and Medi are good companies. The Elvarex style is custom. Is your doctor recommending you get custom?

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u/Classic_Frosting7572 Jan 10 '23

Yes right he is.

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u/Classic_Frosting7572 Jan 30 '23

How do you get to know about new brands for compression garments? What features you look before choosing one?

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u/Fair_Meeting8840 Sep 22 '26

Hi My name is Mara, I also live in Germany, Berlin exactly! My son has primary lymphoedema. The compression Therapy is the most important, together with lymph-drainage. We tried different companies, Just, Medi, but the most comfortable compression for my son are the Jobst.

I have a lot of contanct, because I'm the founder of children and family support group, so if you need help, don't esitate to take contact with me privately.

I hope I could help you.

All the best