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Lymphedema refers to a condition in which excess fluid is collected in tissues and causes swelling due to blockage in the lymphatic system. It is commonly caused due to damage or removal of the lymph nodes as a part of cancer treatment. Sometimes lymphedema can be a congenital anomaly present at birth. Lymphedema often occurs in the upper extremities or lower extremities but can also occur in other areas like the face, neck, trunk, abdomen, and genitals. Along with the swelling, there can be a pain, numbness, tightness, and also infection.
While currently, there is no cure for lymphedema, one can control it. Swelling may be brought down and discomfort reduced. For mild lymphedema, a compression garment may be the initial treatment. For moderate to severe lymphedema, the treatment program, CDT, or Complex decongestive physiotherapy is recommended. It combines several therapies like direct lymphatic massage, exercise, compression garments, and lymphedema pumps.
At HPFY, we offer a wide range of compression garments like socks, stockings, gloves, gauntlets, sleeves, and bras to control lymphedema effectively and safely. They aid in bringing down the swelling significantly. These are manufactured by leading names like BSN Medical and Wear Ease Inc. to name a few.
Compression garments play a pivotal role in maintaining the results obtained through CDT. The lymphatic fluids are removed using a series of therapies, and treatments would accumulate again without compression making long-term lymphedema management impossible. Compression garments are made up of various materials and provide varying levels of compression, from gentle to extra firm. The external support and compression provided by compression garments are very important in the management of lymphedema. The lymphatic fluids that are removed using a series of therapies and treatments would accumulate again without compression making long-term lymphedema management impossible.
The Farrow Medical Basic Leg Piece and Wear Ease Compression T-shirts are designed to help manage the swelling that results from surgery or lymphedema.
Subsequently, doctors recommend Post-surgical compression bras like Wear Ease Post Surgery Compression Bra for use immediately after breast cancer surgery. These bras are designed to provide gentle compression all around the torso for women with post-surgical discomfort or breast lymphedema.
Health Products For You deals with all kinds of lymphedema garments that keep the fluid from pooling and enhance the flow towards the heart. Buy compression garments for lymphedema control from top manufacturers, including Solaris, Cardinal Health, and Farrow Medical Innovations, at the best prices.
Lymphedema garments should be worn throughout the day. You can Put them on first thing in the morning, and remove in the evening or as directed by your physician.
No, Compression garments are not intended to be worn at night while sleeping. They may cause a tourniquet effect result in more swelling or limit blood flow.
You must replace your compression garments every 4-6 months. If there are no changes in your size or swelling, garments can be ordered directly from the manufacturer. If the body part has changed size, you may need to get it remeasured for the new garment.
Lymphedema Garments must be washed every other day. Sweating may result in rapid breakdown of the garment and may require the garment to be replaced more often. Washing instructions are included with each garment.
You may use a skin moisturizer prior to bandaging or after bath and allow it to get fully absorbed. Do not apply right before wearing your garment since fabrics are less tolerant of lotions and ointments. You may go for a light dusting of cornstarch if needed to help the garment slide on. Ointments with a petroleum base are not recommended as they may damage sthe elasticity of garments.