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
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