First time in twin cities practicing intermittent leg compression therapy at ATHLEAN PHYSICAL THERAPY
Intermittent pneumatic compression (IPC) therapy is used to help prevent blood clots in the deep veins of the legs, reducing swelling and relaxing muscles.
Reduce the risk of getting a Deep Venous insufficiency.(DVT). It is very effective in managing swelling/edema.
Anything that slows the movement of blood through your veins increases your risk of DVT.
A variety of conditions can increase your chance of getting a DVT, such as:
*Recent surgery, which decreases your mobility and increases inflammation in the body, which can lead to clotting
*Medical conditions that limit your mobility, such as an injury or stroke
*Long periods of travel, which limit your mobility
*Injury to a deep vein
*Inherited blood disorders that increase clotting
*Pregnancy
*Cancer treatment
*Smoking
*Obesity
*Older age