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2. Compression stockings - Wikipedia

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   Compression stockings (Flight Socks, Support Bandage) are a specialized hosiery designed to help prevent the occurrence of, and guard against further progression of, venous disorders [1] such as edema, phlebitis and thrombosis. Compression stockings are elastic compression garments worn around the leg, compressing the limb. This reduces the ...

3. Unna's boot - Wikipedia

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   An Unna’s boot [1] (also Unna boot) is a special gauze (usually 4 inches wide and 10 yards long) bandage, which can be used for the treatment of venous stasis ulcers and other venous insufficiencies of the leg. It can also be used as a supportive bandage for sprains and strains of the foot, ankle and lower leg.

4. Lymphedema - Wikipedia

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   Short-stretch bandages are preferred over long-stretch bandages (such as those normally used to treat sprains), as the long-stretch bandages cannot produce the proper therapeutic tension necessary to safely reduce lymphedema and may produce a tourniquet effect. Compression bandages provide resistance that assists in pumping fluid out of the ...

5. These Leg Elevation Pillows Help Relieve Swelling, Back Pain ...

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   In particular, the manufacturer says it's great for leg swelling and knee, back or ankle pain. The washable cover, convenient handles and anti-slip base make this pillow thoughtfully designed for ...

6. Bandage - Wikipedia

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   A bandage is a piece of material used either to support a medical device such as a dressing or splint, or on its own to provide support for the movement of a part of ...

7. Dressing (medicine) - Wikipedia

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   Generally, these products are indicated for only superficial, clean, and dry wounds with minimal exudates. They can also be used as secondary dressings (additional dressings to secure the primary dressing in place or to absorb additional discharge from the wound). Examples are: Gauze, lint, adhesive bandage (plasters), and cotton wool. The main ...