The aim of this overview was to compare the effectiveness of intermittent pneumatic compression (IPC) with graduated compression stockings (GCS) for the control of postoperative venous thrombosis. The ...

Original Medicare does not cover compression socks or stockings as durable medical equipment (DME), except for specific conditions such as lymphedema or chronic venous insufficiency in the legs. For ...

(MENAFN- GetNews) Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a serious medical condition where blood clots form in the deep veins, most commonly in the legs. It can lead to severe complications such as pulmonary ...

Two recent studies show a similar reduction in DVT among stroke patients and those in the ICU from the use of intermittent pneumatic compression devices. Dr Goldhaber discusses the relevance of these ...

AUDUBON, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AIROS® Medical, Inc., a medical technology manufacturer and designer specializing in compression therapy devices that treat lymphedema and venous complications, today ...

Compression stockings, also known as compression socks, are specially made socks that fit tighter than normal so they gently squeeze your legs. Wearing them helps improve your blood flow and reduces ...

Graduated compression stockings exert the greatest degree of compression at the ankle, and the level of compression gradually decreases up the garment They are often used to treat chronic venous ...