Has a medical professional recently told you that you need to wear medical compression garments? You likely have tons of questions, but no need to worry. Juzo is here to share the basics you should know about the various lymphedema compression garments available and some key benefits. With this information and the help of your medical team, you can find the best medical compression garment for you. Lymphedema compression garments help to manage re-accumulation of fluid by providing external pressure to tissue where lymphatic failure (or swelling due to fluid buildup) has occurred. For best results, you should start wearing a compression garment as soon as possible after completing the decongestive phase of treatment. Not sure which compression garment is best for you? That’s okay. A trained or certified compression fitter can evaluate your condition and help you decide what is the best therapeutic compression garment to help manage your lymphedema. In addition to measuring and providing the best fit possible for your compression garment, they also will explain how certain variables will influence which product you should wear, such as the shape and size of your limb, your mobility, age and volume of swelling. Find a certified fitter near you. Types of Compression Garments
You’re probably wondering what different types of garments are available and even why there are different types. We’ll explain. Circular knit garments are seamless and not as dense and stiff as flat knit. They come in standard sizes (Read to Wear) or Juzo can make them, custom (Made to Measure), for you. The elasticity of the circular knit material is great for early to mild stages of lymphedema, when swelling is moderate. They are comfortable, latex-free and available in a variety of colors and prints. - Circular Knit has excellent containment and is ideal for managing early to mild Lymphedema
- Multiple options to fit your therapeutic needs
- Available in Trend colors
- Durable for everyday use
Juzo Lymphedema products with circular knit include Juzo Soft, Juzo Dynamic or Juzo Move in the following styles arm sleeves, gauntlets/gloves and lower extremity. Flat knit garments have a seam and offer excellent therapeutic results. Only available as custom (Made to Measure), they can accommodate a variety of shapes and sizes. The fabric is stiffer and certain fabrics have a micro-massage weave, which is preferred for areas with severe swelling. Combined with an optimal level of compression, flat knit garments offer the maximum containment in an elastic compression garment. Other features include: - Flat Knit has superior containment for mild to severe Lymphedema
- Available in a variety of colors
- Density of the knit remains consistent throughout the garment (even at areas of larger circumferences, which is important for managing swelling)
- Durable for extreme wear and use
- Not made with natural rubber (Latex-free)
Juzo products with flat knit include Juzo Expert and Juzo Strong garments which are custom to any body part with swelling issues. Most areas of lymphatic failure are arm sleeves, gauntlets/gloves and lower extremity.. Inelastic adjustable wraps deliver the highest level of containment, effectively reducing swelling and providing maintenance. You can wear these garments as an alternative to short-stretch bandaging or if you have issues putting the garment on and taking it off. Features include: - Highest containment and is ideal for managing mild to severe Lymphedema.
- Air and moisture permeable
- Reversible color—beige or black
- Special notches and minimal overlying straps resist gapping and bulkiness
- Provides an increase in pressure during activity and reduced pressure during resting
- Adjustable to manage pressure during the day
Juzo’s inelastic garment is the Reversa Compression Wrap, available for lower and upper extremity. We hope this helps answer some of your questions. Please remember to work with a trained compression professional at an authorized Juzo dealer to help select the best product, provide the best fit and give you proper instructions. Learn more about the effectiveness of medical compression garments and therapy to help manage venous disease, lymphedema and lipedema on Juzousa.com.
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