Outpatient management of secondary upper-limb lymphoedema with an adjustable compression sleeve: a case study

Shane Gallagher, Lynn O’ Connor, Michael Martin, David Roberts, Kenneth Monaghan

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Abstract

Introduction: Compression bandaging is a key component of complex decongestive therapy (CDT) for lymphoedema (Sezgin Ozcan et al, 2018) and there is increasing interest in using adjustable compression wraps for lymphoedema treatment (Thomas, 2017). Objective: To assess the feasibility of using an adjustable compression wrap in the intensive phase of secondary lymphoedema treatment. Methods: A 75-year-old patient with a history of breast cancer surgery underwent CDT with the compression bandaging replaced by a Juzo Adjustable Compression System. Results: There were no adverse reactions during treatment, skin condition improved during treatment and the patient could apply the garment independently. Small reductions in volume occurred during the intensive phase and were maintained at 3 months. Conclusion: This case study shows that the Juzo Adjustable Compression System Light is a feasible treatment option for the intensive phase of CDT. Further research is required.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)34-39
Number of pages6
JournalJournal of Lymphoedema
Volume17
Issue number1
Publication statusPublished - 16 Aug 2022

Keywords

  • Adjustable compression garment
  • case report
  • manual lymphatic drainage
  • secondary lymphoedema

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