Flexitouch system (Tactile Systems Technology Inc.) for lymphedema
HAYES, Inc
Record ID 32018000067
English
Authors' recommendations:
The lymphatic system accepts fluid from the extracellular tissue and transports it into the cirulatory system. Lymphedema develops when this process is impaired, resulting in retention of fluid and proteins with consequent swelling and hardening in the tissue.
Technology Description:
The Flexitouch System is a programmable pneumatic compression device that is designed to increase
transport of intersitial fluid from the periphery into the lymphatic transport system.
Clinical Alternatives:
Alternative treatments include exercize, manual lymphatic drainage, or compression garments.
Details
Project Status:
Completed
Year Published:
2017
URL for published report:
The report may be purchased from:
http://www.hayesinc.com/hayes/crd/?crd=73026
English language abstract:
An English language summary is available
Publication Type:
Not Assigned
Country:
United States
MeSH Terms
- Humans
- Lymphedema
- Technology
- Touch
Contact
Organisation Name:
HAYES, Inc.
Contact Address:
157 S. Broad Street, Suite 200, Lansdale, PA 19446, USA. Tel: 215 855 0615; Fax: 215 855 5218
Contact Name:
saleinfo@hayesinc.com
Contact Email:
saleinfo@hayesinc.com
Copyright:
Winifred S. Hayes, Inc
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