Specialized PT, OT & Chiropractic Care for Lipedema Patients
A Trusted Referral Partner for Dr. Boris Volshteyn and Lipedema MD
Welcome to Garden State Therapy Group. If you have been referred by Dr. Boris Volshteyn or the team at Lipedema MD, you are in the right place. Our therapists work closely with lipedema patients across New Jersey to relieve pain, restore mobility, and support long-term recovery, whether you are preparing for surgery, recovering from a procedure, or managing symptoms conservatively.
Living with lipedema means living with more than just swelling. It often involves chronic pain, joint stress, reduced mobility, and lymphatic dysfunction that compounds over time. Our integrated approach combines physical therapy, occupational therapy, and chiropractic care under one roof so you can address the full picture of how lipedema affects your body.
Why Dr. Volshteyn Refers Patients to Garden State Therapy Group
Lipedema is a complex, progressive condition that affects the way fat is distributed, how the lymphatic system functions, and how comfortably you can move through your day. Even with expert surgical care from a board-certified plastic surgeon like Dr. Volshteyn, the body benefits enormously from coordinated rehabilitation before and after treatment.
Our team understands the unique needs of lipedema patients:
- Joint pain and stiffness from years of carrying disproportionate weight in the hips, thighs, and lower legs
- Reduced mobility and difficulty with walking, stairs, or prolonged standing
- Postural compensations and back pain from altered gait
- Recovery support following power-assisted, water-assisted, or VASER liposuction
- Lymphatic stagnation and the need for gentle, tissue-friendly therapeutic movement
- Sensitivity to touch and easy bruising that requires a careful, experienced hand
We work as an extension of your medical team, communicating with Dr. Volshteyn’s office to keep your care coordinated from start to finish.
Physical Therapy & Occupational Therapy
Looking for a drug-free, affordable way to address pain and movement limitations? Physical therapy is one of the most effective first-line treatments for muscle and joint issues, and it is clinically proven to reduce pain and dysfunction while saving you time and money compared to more invasive paths.
It is important to know that genuine physical therapy can only be provided by qualified, licensed physical therapists. Other practitioners sometimes label their services as “physical therapy,” but the credentials and training matter, especially for patients with lipedema who need careful, knowledgeable hands.
The Foundations of Our PT Approach
Every treatment plan we build is grounded in four core elements:
- Patient Education so you understand your condition and your role in recovery
- Therapeutic Exercise tailored to your stage, mobility, and tolerance
- Functional Training that translates progress into real-world movement
- Hands-On Manual Therapy for soft tissue release and joint mobility
Depending on your needs, your therapist may also perform joint mobilizations or soft tissue techniques designed to restore proper movement patterns and reduce compensations that lead to pain.
Conditions We Commonly Treat in Lipedema Patients
While our practice serves a broad range of patients, the following conditions frequently appear in the lipedema population:
- Low back, hip, and knee pain from altered weight distribution
- Joint pain and early osteoarthritis in weight-bearing joints
- Muscle strains, tendonitis, and overuse injuries
- Post-surgical recovery following liposuction, panniculectomy, thigh lift, or arm lift procedures
- Pelvic floor dysfunction
- Balance, gait, and mobility deficits
- Lymphatic-related discomfort and heaviness in the limbs
- Reduced strength and conditioning after long periods of limited activity
Occupational Therapy for Daily Function
Lipedema can make ordinary tasks feel harder than they should be. Our occupational therapists help you adapt and rebuild the activities that matter most, whether that is getting in and out of a car, dressing, working at a desk, caring for family, or returning to a more active lifestyle after surgery. We focus on practical strategies and targeted exercises that restore independence and reduce daily fatigue.
Chiropractic Care
While our practice serves a broad range of patients, the following conditions frequently appear in the lipedema population:
What Chiropractic Care Involves
Chiropractic is a healthcare discipline focused on the musculoskeletal and nervous systems. The goal is to relieve pain and improve overall function through a conservative, evidence-based approach that includes thorough examination, diagnosis, and treatment. A key aim of chiropractic care is helping patients reduce or avoid the need for more invasive options like long-term pain medication or surgery.
Our chiropractic physicians are trained to diagnose and treat conditions such as neck pain, back pain, headaches, sciatica, joint dysfunction, and many other complaints commonly seen alongside lipedema.
Chiropractic at Garden State Therapy Group
Our chiropractors practice inside an integrated clinic, working alongside physical therapists, occupational therapists, and other specialists. This collaborative setup is especially valuable for lipedema patients, because every provider can see the full picture of your treatment plan.
Each of our chiropractic physicians specializes in orthopedic conditions, sports-related injuries, and chronic pain. We use biomechanical evaluation and functional movement screening to develop a plan that fits your body, your symptoms, and your stage of care.
Treatment may include:
- Spinal and joint adjustments
- Mobilizations and manual therapy
- Myofascial release
- Instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM)
- Spinal decompression and flexion-distraction
- Therapeutic exercise
- Electric stimulation
- Cupping
- Kinesiology and therapeutic taping
For lipedema patients, chiropractic care is often particularly effective at addressing the compensatory patterns that develop in the spine, pelvis, and lower extremities over years of altered movement.
Before and After Lipedema Surgery
If Dr. Volshteyn has recommended surgical treatment such as power-assisted liposuction (PAL), water-assisted liposuction (WAL), VASER, or skin excision, our team can support you on both sides of the procedure.
Pre-Surgical Conditioning
Pre-surgical conditioning can help improve strength, mobility, and circulation, giving you a stronger foundation going into surgery.
Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
Post-surgical rehabilitation focuses on gentle movement, scar management, soft tissue work that respects lymphatic function, and a graduated return to daily activity. We coordinate timing and intensity carefully, following Dr. Volshteyn’s postoperative protocols so nothing interferes with your healing.
What to Expect at Your First Visit
When you arrive for your first appointment, please bring:
- Your referral information from Dr. Volshteyn or Lipedema MD
- Your insurance card and photo ID
- A list of medications and any relevant imaging or recent medical records
- Comfortable clothing you can move in
Your initial evaluation includes a detailed history, physical assessment, and a discussion of your goals. From there, your therapist will build an individualized plan and walk you through what to expect at each phase.
Schedule Your Appointment
If you have been referred by Dr. Volshteyn or the Lipedema MD team, call us today to begin your treatment plan. We will coordinate directly with their office and design a program tailored to your stage of lipedema and your goals for recovery.
Call (732) 414-6060 to schedule your first appointment.