Ep. 78 Damien Peak GM for Sigvaris

In this episode of the Lipoedema podcast, Tiana speaks with Damien Peak, the general manager of Sigvaris Australia and New Zealand, about the importance of compression garments for managing lipoedema. They discuss the history of Sigvaris, the different types of compression garments available, and the significance of proper fitting and care. Damien emphasizes the need for research-backed solutions and the responsibility of manufacturers to support patients effectively. The conversation also touches on accessibility for patients and the importance of community support.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Sigvaris and Lipoedema03:04 The History and Impact of Sigvaris05:53 Research and Evidence-Based Compression Solutions08:57 Understanding Compression Garments for Lipoedema11:56 Garment Care and Longevity14:54 Fitting and Accessing Sigvaris Garments17:51 Post-Operative Care and Compression Needs20:50 Color Options and Fashion in Compression Wear24:15 Donning Aids and Accessibility27:09 Conclusion and Final Thoughtshttps://www.sigvaris.com/en-auPowered by https://www.elegancecare.com.au/Hosts on InstagramShelley ⁠https://www.instagram.com/all_things_lipoedema⁠Tiana⁠https://www.instagram.com/me_and_my_lipoedema⁠The Lipoedema PodcastInstagram⁠https://www.instagram.com/the_lipoedema_podcast/⁠Facebook⁠https://www.facebook.com/thelipoedemapodcast⁠YouTube⁠https://www.youtube.com/@thelipoedemapodcast⁠Spotify ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/⁠thelipoedemapodcast