This course will prepare occupational therapy practitioners with the knowledge to recognize the clinical presentation of Lipedema, differentiate it from similar conditions, and understand evidence-based treatment options. Participants will learn practical strategies to support clients in daily functioning, self-management, and emotional well-being through tailored OT interventions.
Live Webinar
Thu, Dec 18, 2025 at 3:00 pm ESTCEUs/Hours Offered: AOTA/0.1 Introductory, OT Service Delivery, Foundational Knowledge, 14605; CE Broker/1.0 CE Broker #20-1341018; IACET/0.1; NBCOT PDUs/1.25 Beginner, Rehabilitation
Learning Outcomes
- After this course, participants will be able to identify the key clinical signs and symptoms of Lipedema and how they differ from lymphedema and obesity.
- After this course, participants will be able to describe evidence-based conservative treatment strategies for managing Lipedema symptoms.
- After this course, participants will be able to explain the role of occupational therapy in promoting function, self-management, and quality of life for individuals living with Lipedema.
Agenda
| 0-5 Minutes | Introduction |
| 5-20 Minutes | Lipedema presentation and differential diagnosis |
| 20-35 Minutes | Review of common Lipedema treatments |
| 35-50 Minutes | Role of OTPs in supporting patients with Lipedema |
| 50-55 Minutes | Review of clinical resources for OTPs |
| 55-60 Minutes | Summary; Q&A |
Presented By
Courtney Mascio
OT/L, CLT
Courtney Mascio 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.
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Financial: Courtney Mascio did not receive an honorarium for presenting this course. Non-financial: Courtney Mascio has no relevant non-financial relationships to disclose.
Sponsor Disclosure: This Course is presented by OccupationalTherapy.com, a Continued site.
Content Disclosure: This learning event does not focus exclusively on any specific product or service.
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American Occupational Therapy Association
OccupationalTherapy.com is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development, #7659. Course approval ID# 14605. This distance learning - interactive course is offered at 0.10 CEUs/contact hours (Introductory level, OT Service Delivery, Foundational Knowledge Area). The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA.
CE Broker
OccupationalTherapy.com is an approved provider for CE Broker, provider #50-14558. This course is offered for 1.00 hours. If you are an OT/OTA in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kansas, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi, New Hampshire, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Carolina or Tennessee, CE Broker may be of interest to you.
International Association for Continuing Education and Training
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National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy
OccupationalTherapy.com is a NBCOT® Professional Development Provider. This course is offered for 1.25 NBCOT PDUs (Beginner level, Rehabilitation Area). NBCOT® is a registered trademark of The National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, Inc.