Altiven Made to Measure Armsleeves

Indications

Low compression (12–16mmHg): early-onset and mild lymphoedema with minimal or no shape distortion; stable condition; elderly/arthritic patients; pressure-sensitive patients; night maintenance; ISL stage I–II prevention. Class 1 (18–21mmHg): mild lymphoedema with minimal shape distortion; stable condition; long-term maintenance; ISL stage I–II. Class 2 (23–32mmHg): mild to moderate lymphoedema with minimal shape distortion; long-term maintenance; ISL stage II.

Contraindications

Peripheral vascular disease confirmed with ABPI reading of <0.8; acute or unstable heart failure; ischaemic heart disease/coronary artery disease; untreated cellulitis or phlebitis of the lower limb. Use with caution in patients with diabetes or rheumatoid arthritis.

Price

Available in low compression (12–16mmHg), class 1 (18–21mmHg) or class 2 (23–32mmHg); soft beige or black colours – price per piece: wrist (elbow pocket option): low compression and class 1, £15.68; class 2, £16.84; wrist with grip top (elbow pocket option): low compression and class 1, £20.91; class 2, £22.07; mitten (elbow pocket option): low compression and class 1, £28.46; class 2, £29.62; mitten with grip top (elbow pocket option): low compression and class 1, £33.68; class 2, £34.85

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