Pneumatic Compression Therapy
Pneumatic compression therapy consists of a pump which supplies air to garments worn over the affected areas of the body. The pump fills air cells within the garments in a special sequence, alternating waves of compression with brief periods of pause and refill. This action massages the affected area with a "milking" motion that stimulates lymphatic uptake and venous return, reducing edema and swelling.
Rapid treatment cycles mimic the body's own lymphatic and venous return, for the most effective treatment, and provide more units of therapy in less time. This also makes treatment more comfortable.
Calibrated gradient systems, which enable setting the pressure in up to 12 individual zones, to effectively address localized discomfort and individual patient needs. Our compression pumps will not permit setting a reverse gradient. This ensures safety and proper flow direction.
Multiple, overlapping compression cells. More compression cells mean that a smaller area is compressed each time, for a more directional massage wave. Each of our compression cells overlaps the adjacent cell, to prevent untreated areas where the lymph fluid can flow backwards and cause pooling or wedging. For venous insufficiency, this prevents reflux and ensures right-way flow. See the photo for a cross-section of our garments' overlapping chambers. The fabric on the appliances does not stretch out and will last over time. The garments we use are made of non absorbent material that is bacterial static, allowing for bio-safety.
Our compression pumps can treat one or two limbs simultaneously. Treating two limbs at once allows for shorter treatment times and more efficient lymphatic drainage.
Many forms of therapy are available for the treatment of lymphedema. However, providing patients with a therapy that is easy to use, non-invasive, and comfortable is essential. Pneumatic compression therapy is fast becoming this essential component of treatment for many patients, therapist, and physicians.
Covered by Insurance
When properly prescribed by a physician or qualified healthcare provider, Medicare, workers' compensation, and many private insurance plans will cover the pneumatic compression pump.
