Intermittent pneumatic compression therapy: a systematic review

Intermittent pneumatic compression therapy: a systematic review

Intermittent pneumatic compression (IPC) therapy is an effective modality to reduce the volume of the lymphedematous limbs alone or in conjunction with other modalities of therapy such as decongestive therapy. However, there is no consensus on the frequency or treatment parameters for IPC devices. W...

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Veröffentlicht in:Lymphology 2012-03, Vol.45 (1), p.13-25
Hauptverfasser: Feldman, J L, Stout, N L, Wanchai, A, Stewart, B R, Cormier, J N, Armer, J M
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Sprache:eng
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Evidence-Based Medicine
Humans
Intermittent Pneumatic Compression Devices - adverse effects
Lymphatic System - physiopathology
Lymphedema - physiopathology
Lymphedema - therapy
Pressure
Treatment Outcome
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Zusammenfassung:Intermittent pneumatic compression (IPC) therapy is an effective modality to reduce the volume of the lymphedematous limbs alone or in conjunction with other modalities of therapy such as decongestive therapy. However, there is no consensus on the frequency or treatment parameters for IPC devices. We undertook a systematic review of contemporary peer-reviewed literature (2004-2011) to evaluate the evidence for use of IPC in the treatment of lymphedema. In select patients, IPC use may provide an acceptable home-based treatment modality in addition to wearing compression garments.
ISSN:0024-7766