COMPRESSION LEVEL ECHOFON PROFESSIONAL

COMPRESSION LEVEL ECHOFON PROFESSIONAL

This not a substitute for professional care. Your provider can recommend or prescribe the best compression garments for your needs.ĭisclaimer: For educational purposes only. You should always consult with your healthcare professional before investing in compression garments for the treatment of your lymphedema. Here is more information on the suggested compression dosage. If you have ever had a venous stasis ulcer, where a wound on your leg has resulted due to Chronic Venous Insufficiency, you need a heavier level of compression to treat the underlying symptoms. If your legs swell and you aren’t sure why, or if you had surgery and are at risk of developing venous or lymphatic issues, a moderate compression level is recommended.ģ0-40 mmHg: This is the firmest compression level to provide relief for severe edema, varicose veins, and deep vein thrombosis. This compression level can also be used to prevent Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT).Ģ0-30 mmHg: This is a moderate compression level for increased swelling, poor leg vein health, and mild edema/lymphedema. If your legs swell when you fly, take a long road trip, or stand on your feet for long periods, this is the compression level you should wear. Compression Levels:ġ5-20 mmHg: This is the mildest form of compression which treats minor to moderate symptoms of swelling, aching, and varicose veins. Each compression level serves a different purpose and is often prescribed by doctors for a specific medical condition. This unit determines the correct amount of pressure to be applied to your limb. The gentle pressure helps blood vessels and lymph vessels absorb fluids more easily, providing relief for tissues and reducing swelling.Ĭompression levels are measured in millimeters of mercury (mmHg). This helps encourage the movement of fluids, for both blood circulation and lymph fluid circulation. Gradient compression has the greatest pressure at its base (or ankle/wrist) and reduces as the compression garment goes up the arm or leg. Compression garments help relieve pain and reduce swelling by preventing the accumulation of fluids and by helping counteract the body’s tendency to swell. Gradient compression is one of the most effective ways to manage the swelling caused by lymphedema and venous disorders. Published on: ApUnderstanding Compression Levels

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