Episode 26: Tina Tsan - Lipedema & Lymphatic Health
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Meet Tina Tsan
Tina Tsan is a licensed acupuncturist and Certified Lymphedema Wound Care Therapist based in Los Angeles, CA. She earned her master's in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from SCUHS in 2015 and a clinical doctorate in Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine from OCOM in 2019, specializing in Women’s Health. Her capstone research focused on using acupuncture for lymphedema treatment, and she pioneered the concept of TCM Lymphology.
With over 12 years of experience in manual lymphatic drainage, Tina is certified in Vodder techniques and Complete Decongestive Therapy, enhancing her skills in post-surgical recovery. She is a member of several professional organizations, including CSOMA, ASA, NLN, and AVLS, advocating for individuals with lymphedema.
Tina integrates classical acupuncture with modern practices and collaborates with specialists to optimize patient care. In her spare time, she enjoys archery and is writing a clinical manual on compression garment guidelines for liposuction recovery, emphasizing the importance of medical-grade garments for successful healing.
What We Talk About
Introduction and Background on Lipedema
Differences Between Lipedema and Lymphedema
Lipedema Stages and Types
Hormonal Triggers and Genetic Factors
Liposuction as the Gold Standard Treatment
Post-Surgical Care: Compression and Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD)
Mental and Emotional Impact of Lipedema
Long-Term Maintenance and Aftercare Protocol
Challenges with Compression Garments and Fitting
Support for Lipedema Patients and Success Stories
Episode Resources
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Next Health
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Genopalate
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Living with Lipedema: A Qualitative Study
This study explores the experiences of 12 women living with lipedema. The findings reveal that these women face physical and emotional challenges, including a sense of being trapped in their bodies, social exclusion, and an uncertain future. With minimal support and information available, the participants describe an “uphill battle” against societal ignorance and chronic symptoms. The study calls for increased healthcare awareness and preventive measures to improve the lives of those affected.
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10763886/
Connect With Tina Tsan
Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/harmony_lymphatics/
Website
www.harmonyacupuncture.com
Join Lipedema Liposuction Compression Tips Facebook Group
https://www.facebook.com/groups/2378820342263183/
Offerings
If you are in the Los Angeles area and would like to book a session with Tina, please reach out to her via her website. Make sure to mention This Healthy Life Podcast.
http://www.harmonyLymphatics.com
Keywords
Lipedema, lymphedema, lymphatic system, post-surgical care, manual lymphatic drainage (MLD), compression garments, fibrotic fat, swelling, healing process, hormone triggers, genetic factors, liposuction, lymph-sparing surgery, inflammation, recovery protocols, anti-inflammatory diet, long-term maintenance, emotional trauma, self-esteem, body contouring, scar tissue prevention, immune health, decongestion therapy.
