Lipedema and Obesity

In this episode of Fresh Perspectives, OAC chats with the Lipedema Foundation’s Professional Education Manager, Courtney Henderson, MS. Tune in to learn about the chronic disease of lipedema and how it differs from obesity, along with treatment options and resources for patients and their doctors. Learn more about lipedema and the Lipedema Foundation at lipedema.org. 

Courtney Henderson is the Professional Education Manager for the Lipedema Foundation. After receiving her B.S. in Exercise Science from Appalachian State University in 2010, she went on to receive her M.S. in Occupational Therapy from the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences in 2014. Shortly after graduating from OT school, Courtney completed the required course to become a Certified Lymphedema Therapist. Since then, she has been passionate about serving the Lipedema community through advancing advocacy and creating better awareness surrounding the disease.