On today's live stream we touched on one of the biggest challenges when assessing the periorbital...

On today's live stream we touched on one of the biggest challenges when assessing the periorbital area: identifying what's contributing to the concern.

Edema vs. Fat Prolapse

Edema is fluid accumulation. It often fluctuates throughout the day and may improve with lymphatic drainage or changes in head position.

Fat prolapse is structural. It typically remains consistent throughout the day and doesn't significantly change with massage or drainage.

💬Assessment tip from today’s class: Ask your client if the fullness changes throughout the day. If it's more noticeable in the morning and improves later, edema may be the primary contributor. If it stays relatively unchanged, fat prolapse may be playing a larger role.

What clues or assessment techniques help you distinguish edema from fat prolapse before creating a treatment plan?