Digital support for lipedema patients: App Lipoally started!

Digital support for lipedema patients: App Lipoally started!

Leverkusen is the scene of an innovative step in health care: The Pronova BKK has created the digital supply program "Lipoally" together with the start-up Lipocheck. This program aims to sustainably improve the quality of life of people with lipedema by supporting it in the self -management of their illness. The possibility of organizing diagnoses and treatment methods via a user -friendly app could be crucial for many affected people.

The program is a 12-month, medically sound concept based on the latest findings of lipedema therapy. It is not only suitable for those who have already received a medical diagnosis, but also for people who are still in the phase of diagnosis. The goal is clear: offer the patients early support to promote their health and to increase the associated quality of life.

strengthen self -management

Andrea Kalkofen, supply manager at Pronova BKK, emphasizes the importance of self -management for those affected. "A self -responsible handling of the disease is elementary for successful treatment," she explains. The Lipoally app is intended to help users find out about their illness, learn methods for pain relief and to develop awareness of their own well-being. This could significantly improve the daily life of those affected.

Helena Rapprich, co -founder of Lipocheck, describes the concern of the program: "Our mission was to make it easier for those affected to make access to targeted help from the start." The app should be integrated into the everyday life of the users and offers orientation and support on the way to a better life.

The functions of Lipoally are diverse. The app enables comprehensive symptom and therapy tracking and offers users access to online training as well as special master classes. These training courses deal with relevant topics such as exercise, mental health and mindfulness, and should help the patient: in the inside help to find their way better in their situation. According to Joseph Meiser, Digital Health Manager at the Pronova BKK, this program fills a gap in the treatment of lipedema.

The challenge lipedema

According to studies, the disease affects every tenth woman and often remains undetected or is misunderstood. The symptoms can range from physical pain and excessive weight gain to mental stress. Unfortunately, many people with lipedema are confronted with the misjudgment that they should simply do “sport and lose weight” to solve their problems. But it is not that simple: lipedema is a chronic fat distribution disorder that cannot be remedied by diets or fitness programs.

The health consequences can be serious, including edema, severe limbs and even arthrosis. Since the path to diagnosis is often lengthy, many affected people feel left alone, which can further tighten their situation. Good self -management can help to better counter the challenges that are associated with this disease.

The supply model Lipoally could not only contribute to improving the quality of life, but also acting as a support system that provides those affected important resources and information. For a deeper insight into the topic, the detailed report on www.presseportal.de recommended.