Evaluation of Longitudinal and Tubular Compression Treatment for Lower Limb Edema.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Many patients with lower limb edema do not tolerate traditional higher-pressure compression devices and require alternative devices for edema control.

Methods

Two systems were evaluated for control of bilateral or unilateral lower limb edema: an elasticized longitudinal stockinette (ELS; EdemaWear; Compression Dynamics, Omaha, Nebraska) and an elasticized tubular bandage (ETB; Tubigrip; Mölnlycke Health Care, Norcross, Georgia). Twenty-five patients were recruited; patients with bilateral edema (n = 12) wore the ELS on one limb, and the ETB on the other. Patients with unilateral edema (n = 13) were randomized to wear either the ELS or ETB. Edema measurements, leg pain, and patient preference were recorded.

Results

There were 14 females (56%) and 11 males (4

SUBMITTER: Sibbald RG 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8082994 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature