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Journal of Wound Care, 1999
A review of some of the basic theories of compression therapy and identification of areas for ongoing research
Keith Gordon Harding
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A review of some of the basic theories of compression therapy and identification of areas for ongoing research
Keith Gordon Harding
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Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, 1998
Compression therapy is the standard care for venous insufficiency ulcers. It reverses some of the underlying pathologies and restores a functional calf pump unit.To review the pathophysiology of venous ulcers and the different types of compression devices available.The choice of a compression device should be individualized and tailored to the need of ...
M, Choucair, T J, Phillips
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Compression therapy is the standard care for venous insufficiency ulcers. It reverses some of the underlying pathologies and restores a functional calf pump unit.To review the pathophysiology of venous ulcers and the different types of compression devices available.The choice of a compression device should be individualized and tailored to the need of ...
M, Choucair, T J, Phillips
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Dermatologic Surgery, 2002
Compression therapy, either active or passive, is the cornerstone of treatment for all venous and lymphatic disorders. Its major limitations are poor patient compliance, difficulty to apply in the elderly, and insufficient knowledge and skill in the majority of physicians. New modalities, such as four-layer bandage, tubular gradient compression, or new
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Compression therapy, either active or passive, is the cornerstone of treatment for all venous and lymphatic disorders. Its major limitations are poor patient compliance, difficulty to apply in the elderly, and insufficient knowledge and skill in the majority of physicians. New modalities, such as four-layer bandage, tubular gradient compression, or new
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Understanding compression therapy
Journal of Wound Care, 1998The selection and application of safe and effective compression therapy requires a basic understanding of how compression achieves its clinical effects and how to identify patients who might benefit from it and those in whom it is a contraindication.
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Compression therapy experiences
Nursing Older People, 2007Compression therapy is the base for managing chronic venous ulceration and may need to be continued for life. This study used focus groups to explore the patient's experience of using compression bandaging.
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Compression therapy for venous disease
Phlebology: The Journal of Venous Disease, 2016For centuries, compression therapy has been utilized to treat venous disease. To date it remains the mainstay of therapy, particularly in more severe forms such as venous ulceration. In addition to mechanisms of benefit, we discuss the evidence behind compression therapy, particularly hosiery, in various forms of venous disease of the lower ...
Robert R, Attaran +1 more
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Compression Therapy of the Legs
The Journal of Dermatologic Surgery and Oncology, 1991Compression therapy is a powerful method for the treatment of all sorts of swollen extremities. Its effects depend on several factors, including: underlying disease, exerted pressure and body position, and compression material.
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Compression therapy in an obese patient
Journal of Wound Care, 1992The use of compression bandages for treating venous leg ulcers in an obese man
S, Thomas, M, Fear, R, Logan
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Use of compression therapy for cellulitis
Danish Medical JournalINTRODUCTION. Cellulitis is a common infection, especially among the elderly, and compression therapy is often recommended to reduce acute oedema and pain. A previous study showed that compression therapy led to a lower incidence of recurrent cellulitis in lower extremities in patients with chronic oedema. The aim of this study was to describe clinical
Mia, Nielsen, Mette, Midttun
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Independent Nurse, 2012
A venous leg ulcer can be managed by improving patient self-care
Lee Yarwood-Ross, Carol Haigh
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A venous leg ulcer can be managed by improving patient self-care
Lee Yarwood-Ross, Carol Haigh
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