Journal of Woundcare Handbook

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Gloriamed Arm-Sleeve

Gardamed

Description

Class 1 (18–21mmHg) and class 2 (23–32mmHg) armsleeves. Lightweight and comfortable due to the use of fine synthetic yarns. Available with or without mitten.

Indications

Class 1: prevention of postoperative lymphoedema after mastectomy, with or without chemotherapy and radiological treatments; treatment of mild lymphoedema; prophylaxis of recurrent oedema after decongestive therapy. Class 2: prevention of oedema after decongestion is achieved; treatment of secondary lymphoedema; post-mastectomy fluid accumulation and oedema following radiation therapy; postoperative and post-traumatic oedema

Contraindications

Uncontrolled lymphedema; inflammation; open wounds; infections; S,M, L, XL. Long or short. With or without mitten. With body strap or silicone dots. Available in made to measure. arterial circulatory problems of the upper limb.

Price

Available in classes 1 and 2, S, M, L or XL and long or short, or made to measure – sleeve with silicone dots, no mitten, £20.60; sleeve with silicone dots and mitten, £30.98; sleeve with body strap, no mitten, £22.50; sleeve with body strap and mitten, £30.98

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