Smart Compression Therapy Devices for Treatment of Venous Leg Ulcers: A Review
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DOI: 10.1002/adhm.202200710
Abstract: Venous leg ulcers can have significant social and economic impacts, and are generally treated by applying compression to the lower limb, which aids in promoting blood return to the heart. Compression therapies commonly involve the… read more here.
Keywords: venous leg; leg ulcers; compression therapy; smart compression ... See more keywords
Superior Clinical, Quality of Life, Functional, and Health Economic Outcomes with Pneumatic Compression Therapy for Lymphedema.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.avsg.2019.08.091
Abstract: INTRODUCTION Pneumatic compression therapy is one of several options for the management of lymphedema. The lack of clarity around clinical outcomes, quality of life, cost of care, and its proper application as a function of… read more here.
Keywords: compression therapy; quality life; pneumatic compression; lymphedema ... See more keywords
Compression therapy following endovenous thermal ablation of varicose veins: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.avsg.2021.09.035
Abstract: OBJECTIVEG A systematic review and meta-analysis were performed to evaluate the necessity for compression therapy with elastic stockings following endovenous thermal ablation (EVTA) for chronic venous insufficiency. METHODS MedLine, ScienceDirect and the Cochrane Library were… read more here.
Keywords: compression therapy; compression; analysis; varicose veins ... See more keywords
Computational investigation of the Laplace law in compression therapy.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jbiomech.2018.12.021
Abstract: This study aims to use computational methods for elucidating the effect of limb shape on subgarment and subcutaneous pressures, stresses and strains. A framework was built that generates computational models from 3D arm scans using… read more here.
Keywords: adipose tissues; computational investigation; investigation laplace; compression therapy ... See more keywords
Compression Therapy Is Cost-Saving in the Prevention of Lower Limb Recurrent Cellulitis in Patients with Chronic Edema
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DOI: 10.1089/lrb.2022.0029
Abstract: Background: Cellulitis is a common and often recurrent infection that causes substantial financial burden and morbidity. Compression therapy reduces the risk of recurrent cellulitis episodes for adults with chronic edema; however, little is known about… read more here.
Keywords: recurrent cellulitis; cellulitis; cost; compression therapy ... See more keywords
Efficacy of Lymphaticovenular Anastomosis for Secondary Upper Extremity Lymphedema: Treatment Strategies with Effects of Compression Therapy Discontinuation and Site-Specific Evaluation of the Upper Extremity.
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DOI: 10.1089/lrb.2022.0096
Abstract: Background: Lymphaticovenular anastomosis (LVA) has recently become a mainstream surgical treatment for lymphedema and is a useful treatment option in addition to conservative therapies such as compression therapy, exercise therapy, and lymphatic drainage. We performed… read more here.
Keywords: lymphedema; upper extremity; compression therapy; treatment ... See more keywords
Compression Therapy for the Patients With Breast Cancer: A Meta-analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials.
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DOI: 10.1097/ncc.0000000000001005
Abstract: BACKGROUND Compression therapy is a common method for treating breast cancer-related lymphedema. However, no specific evidence exists to guide practitioners on the morbidity of lymphedema, limb volume, and range of motion. OBJECTIVE The aims of… read more here.
Keywords: limb; compression; breast cancer; compression therapy ... See more keywords
A meta‐review of the impact of compression therapy on venous leg ulcer healing
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DOI: 10.1111/iwj.13891
Abstract: This meta‐review aimed to appraise and synthesise findings from existing systematic reviews that measured the impact of compression therapy on venous leg ulcers healing. We searched five databases to identify potential papers; three authors extracted… read more here.
Keywords: therapy venous; venous leg; meta review; compression therapy ... See more keywords
Barriers and facilitators to use of compression therapy by people with venous leg ulcers: A qualitative exploration.
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DOI: 10.1111/jan.15608
Abstract: AIMS To explore barriers to, and facilitators of, adherence to compression therapy, from the perspective of people with venous leg ulcers. DESIGN An interpretive, qualitative, descriptive study involving interviews with patients. METHODS Participants were purposively… read more here.
Keywords: adherence; venous leg; leg ulcers; compression therapy ... See more keywords
Increasing competence in compression therapy for venous leg ulcers through training and exercise measured by a newly developed score—Results of a randomised controlled intervention study
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DOI: 10.1111/wrr.12899
Abstract: Compression therapy with short‐stretch bandages is the most common treating option for patients with venous leg ulcers in the decongestion phase in Germany. This randomised controlled intervention study examined whether a training is suitable to… read more here.
Keywords: compression; venous leg; study; compression therapy ... See more keywords
Wireless, skin-interfaced sensors for compression therapy
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DOI: 10.1126/sciadv.abe1655
Abstract: Soft, wireless sensors monitor the temperature and interface pressure of the patient’s skin for compression therapy. Therapeutic compression garments (TCGs) are key tools for the management of a wide range of vascular lower extremity conditions.… read more here.
Keywords: compression therapy; pressure; skin; wireless ... See more keywords