Assess your lipedema with a specialised ultrasound scan

“I have specialised in post-liposuction fibrosis for 20+ years; in cellulite and skin laxity for 25+ years; and in skin ultrasonography for fibrosis, cellulite and lipedema and skin laxity for 4 years now. During that time I have performed hundreds of skin and subcutaneous tissue ultrasound scans, so I can help you understand your skin better and offer you the best possible treatment with the aid of specalised imaging.”
— Georgios Tzenichristos, LipoTherapeia | London

Expert ultrasound skin imaging of lipedema, skin laxity, cellulite, fat tissue, post-liposuction fibrosis and more, exclusively at LipoTherapeia

Lipedema Ultrasonography™ | A specialisation of LipoTherapeia®, London

We are proud to be one of the few clinics in London to specialise in Lipedema Ultrasonography™ (since 2022):

  • For accurate assessment of lipedema and enhanced results with our cellulite / skin tightening treatments

  • To help people understand and get answers to their questions about lipedema, including normal female adiposity, cellulite, water retention, fibrosis or skin laxity

  • To help people understand and get answers to their questions about fibrosis, scar tissue and adhesions that commonly occur after liposuction, other cosmetic surgery, non-surgical cosmetic treatments and even injuries that can sometimes leave skin with scar tissue, dents and bumps

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Look inside your skin™ and assess all aspects of lipedema and differentiate it from issues such as cellulite

With our skin ultrasonography service you can visualise all aspects of lipedema (subcutaneous fat accumulation, lipedema fibrosis, post-liposuction fibrosis, skin laxity, cellulite etc).

By seeing how your skin and subcutaneous adipose tissue looks from the inside you can make informed decisions, in regard to lipedema and its managment.

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Get answers to your key questions about your cellulite, lipedema, skin laxity, fibrosis and fat

Our skin ultrasonography scan and consultation can offer you answers to the following common questions, among many others:

  • Is what I have cellulite, plain fat, skin looseness, lipedema, visceral fat or water retention - and how can it be improved?

  • I had liposuction / vaser / smart lipo / cellulite surgery, can you check if what I have is fibrosis or unremoved fat?

  • My skin is damaged due to RF microneedling / HIFU / extreme intensity RF / extreme intensity ultrasound / poly-L-lactic acid fillers, what can I do?

  • Why is my skin so loose and where to focus to make it tighter?

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High-tech equipment and clear, science-based explanations in plain language

At LipoTherapeia we use the latest technology in high-resolution, high-frequency diagnostic ultrasound, specific to skin and subcutaneous adipose tissue. This enables us to clearly visualise skin laxity, cellulite, fat accumulation, lipedema and fibrosis.

Everything will be shown and explained to you clearly in simple terms and you can see and understand how the different structures inside your skin affect your appearance.

If there is scar tissue / fibrosis, those will be clearly seen and we can differentiate between fibrosis, water retention, fat, cellulite and skin laxity, both deep and superficial.

(DISCLAIMER: Please note that this service is for your informational purposes only and does not constitute medical diagnosis, advice or treatment.)

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Experience with hundreds of cases

Since 2022 we have performed hundreds of scans and have accumulated specialist experience in this subject, which helps us assist our clients with better treatment and better understanding of their skin and underlying tissues.

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Use Lipedema Ultrasonography™ to make the most of our treatments

The 45’ appointment includes full assessment and consultation and optional treatment plan for cellulite reduction and/or skin tightening.

If you wish to have treatment with us, the ultrasound scan, assessment and consultation will be used to add to the visual assessment and optimise your course of treatments and maximise your results.

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What to expect from LipoTherapeia

  • The only aesthetic practice in London to only specialise in skin tightening, natural anti-ageing and cellulite - since 2001

  • A strong focus on science-based treatments and protocols

  • The best light therapy, radiofrequency and ultrasound equipment in the world, without compromises

  • Hundreds of ultrasonography scans of cellulite, lipedema, skin laxity and post-liposuction fibrosis performed since 2022

  • Featured more than 110+ times in the national press

  • 4.9-star Google reviews from real clients

  • Real before and after photos (95%+ of “before and after” cellulite photos are fake, one way or another)

  • No ridiculous claims about instant results with 1-4 dangerous, painful, extortionately expensive “miracle” sessions

  • Just honest, real and science-based advice and treatment

  • And caring service with a smile, always

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Caring, professional, honest, safe treatment & advice

Consultations, scans and treatments are always provided by a highly experienced therapist and are personalised, according to your specific needs.

No treatment by machine operators trained for one day, no ever-changing therapists and receptionists, no armies of pushy salespeople, no hard sales and no premium prices.

Our focus is on honest, realistic, science-based treatment, combined with caring, professional service, with a smile.

We will be pleased to see you, assess your needs, listen to your story, discuss your case and offer you the best possible treatment.

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View scan and assessment examples from real clients, below

Below you can see scans from real clients, with full descriptions and explanations. This is only but a small sample of the cases we have assessed over the years.

This is the level of service you will receive.

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Diagnostic ultrasound images of pre-liposuction lipedema

Below you can see ultrasound imaging of severe fat accumulation, severe water retention, hypertrophic epidermis and weakened dermis of a ~50 year old pre-liposuction lipedema case.

Diagnostic ultrasound image of pre-liposuction lipedema on the front calf, No1

Diagnostic ultrasound image of pre-liposuction lipedema on the front calf, No2

Diagnostic ultrasound image of pre-liposuction lipedema on the front calf, No3

Diagnostic ultrasound image of pre-liposuction lipedema on the front calf, No4

In this case we see:

  • Hypertrophic epidermis (as a result of chronic inflammation in the area)

  • Extremely weak dermis, especially in images 2 and 3 (as a result of chronic inflammation in the area), which in most of the images seamlessly blends with the hypodermis

  • Severe hypertrophy of the subcutaneous adipose tissue (the hallmark of lipedema)

  • Severe water retention with “pools” of fluid between the hypertrophic adipose boluses

  • Diffuse but not severe fibrosis of the adipose tissue

The above images are different in quite a few aspects to the images below from a 30-year old case of post-liposuction lipedema.

Diagnostic ultrasound images of post-liposuction lipedema

Diagnostic ultrasound image of post-liposuction lipedema on the inner calf, No1

Diagnostic ultrasound image of post-liposuction lipedema on the inner calf, No2

Diagnostic ultrasound image of post-liposuction lipedema on the inner calf, No3

Diagnostic ultrasound image of post-liposuction lipedema on the inner calf, No4

In the above post-lipo images of a 30-year old lipedema case we observe:

  • Severely weakened dermis fusing with the hypodermis

  • Seroma, as a result of a recent liposuction, on the first image

  • Severe cellulite, especially on the 1st and 3rd images

  • Widespread scar tissue, as a result of liposuction, on the 2nd and 4th images

  • Not the excessive amounts of adipose tissue seen in the previous, older case, partially due to younger age and partially due to lipedema liposuction significantly reducing fat levels

Please note that despite the above issues, the lipedema liposuction was essential and successful, as it improved significantly both the patient’s appearance, risk of future complications and quality of life.

Post-liposuction fibrosis | Calves

Diagnostic ultrasound image of post-liposuction lipedema on the front thigh, No1

Diagnostic ultrasound image of post-liposuction lipedema on the front thigh, No2

Diagnostic ultrasound image of post-liposuction lipedema on the front thigh, No3

In the above images from the same case we observe:

  • Significant cellulite, weak but distinct dermis, scar tissue from the liposuction and diffuse mild fibrosis on the subcutaneous adipose tissue (1st images)

  • Weak dermis that fuses with the underlying tissues and severe cellulite on the 2nd image

  • Widespread fibrosis and adhesion, from a thigh lift scar after liposuction, with the dermis and hypodermis literally fusing, with consequent feeling of “pulling” and reduced range of motion

Below you can see an image of normal skin and hypodermis, for comparison:

Normal, healthy and cellulite-free example, for comparison

Images were taken at our clinic in London (LipoTherapeia, 10 Portman Square, London W1).

Images: U4(3), U4(5), U4(9), U4(3) • U5(2), U5 (12), U5(18), U5(19), U5(27), U5(29), U5(35)

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Before and after pictures of the LipoTherapeia® treatment on lipedema

Below you can see images taken right before and right after a 50-minute LipoTherapeia® treatment (radiofrequency, ultrasound and phototherapy) on the calves of the second patient.

Calf lipedema right before LipoTherapeia® treatment

Calf lipedema right after LipoTherapeia® treatment

The difference in circulation and overall wellness of the tissues is impressive, in just 50 minutes.

(Of course, the treatment is not aimed at lipedema fat reduction - this is only possible with lipedema liposuction. The treatment is aimed at improving circulation, overall wellness and, with repeated sessions, cellulite and skin tightness.)