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Bio-compression full leg
Lymphedema Pump Slide Show
There are many types of Lymphedema Compression Pumps, but there are broken
down into three primary groups.
1. Non-segmental type of Lymphedema Pumps. These are the simple
Jobst 7000
pump, and the Huntleigh Flowtron. They are the simplest type of pumps out there.
The boot or sleeve have only one chamber, that inflates and deflates. These
pumps are the least effective of any compression pumps on the market. They
require much more use per day than other, more advanced types. There are also
the
least expensive pumps to be found.
2. Segmental Lymphedema Pumps. These pumps are slightly better than the
non-segmental type pumps. They typically have three chambers that inflate
sequentially. The sequential action of these pumps is much more effective than
the
inflation of a single chamber pump.
Examples of these pumps
are the Jobst 7500 pump, and the Huntleigh Flowpress.
3. Segmental Lymphedema Pumps, with calibrated, gradient pressure. These are
the most sophisticated type of pumps. The advantage of this type of pump is t
he adjustable, gradient action of the compression. The pressure in the sleeve
or boot is the greatest at the point farthest from the body. Each chamber has
slightly less pressure as it gets closer to the body. This means that the
edema in the limb must move towards the body because the pressure behind the
edema is greater than the pressure in front of it.
The pumps also have an advantage that the pressure can be changed, or
tailored in each individual chamber of the sleeve. This provides much greater
flexibility in treating Lymphedema. Areas on the limb that are sensitive to
pressure can have the pressure alleviated from that site.
" Examples of these
pumps are the Bio Compression 3004, and the Bio Compression 3008, as well as the
Lymphapress 201M,
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for the
Lymphapress 201M. These pumps are the most effective, and the most flexible in
use. Because of their better design, these pumps accomplish more in less time.
That means better patient compliance.
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Bio
Compression Home page.
All Lymphedema came available with either Half Leg Boots, Full Leg Boots,
or Arm Sleeves. While some Lymphedema Pumps only offer one size of boot or
sleeve, Advanced Rehab Technologies offers many different brands of Pumps. We
can fit anybody, of any size. We have some boots and sleeves that are adjustable
in size. We can also have custom made garments made for patient of special
needs. We have fit patients whose measurements have exceeded 45 inches around at
the thigh. That is not a typo, 45 inches around one thigh.
Advanced Rehab Technologies has helped over
2650 patients with
Lymphedema problems in the last 17 years. We can help patients who have
problems that range from the mild to the extreme. Advanced Rehab Technologies
can
also provide assistance in getting the Lymphedema Pump covered by insurance.
Many
companies can offer a pump, but cannot get it covered by insurance. We have
the knowledge to help you get the equipment you need covered. We will work with
your doctor, and insurance company.
Key Benefits
- Personalized service
- Years of expertise and experienced
- Availability
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