Abstract: Venous thromboembolism is one of the important diseases worldwide and can be prevented through mechanical methods. Traditional prevention devices have problems such as large size, external ...
Two recent studies show a similar reduction in DVT among stroke patients and those in the ICU from the use of intermittent pneumatic compression devices. Dr Goldhaber discusses the relevance of these ...
PRINCETON, N.J., Sept. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Derma Sciences, Inc. announced that it will begin to sell its novel MOBILITY1(TM) Intermittent Pneumatic ...
Complete decongestive therapy (CDT) and intermittent pneumatic compression (IPC) are the most common combination of treatments in breast cancer-related upper limb lymphedema. The effects of IPC as an ...
Intermittent sequential compression therapy (ISCT) is effective in reducing oedema of the lower limbs (Vowden, 2001) and can improve circulation of blood in the affected areas (Sayegh, 1987).
Intermittent Pneumatic Compression (IPC) devices are therapeutic instruments utilized to enhance venous blood flow and lymphatic drainage in patients, primarily for the prevention and treatment of ...
The invention provides a compression device for the limb of a mobile patient comprising: an inflatable sleeve adapted to surround the limb; a conduit attached to the sleeve for delivering fluid to the ...