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Impact of JOBST(®) Elvarex(®) knee and elbow functional zones on quality of life.

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Impact of JOBST(®) Elvarex(®) knee and elbow functional zones on quality of life.
Abstract
Lymphoedema results from a failure of the lymphatic system. The consequences are swelling, skin and tissue changes and predisposition to infection. Lipoedema, however, results from the predisposition of an excessive number of fat cells in the lower limbs, typically from the ankle to the waist. Management for lymphoedema consists of volume reduction, reduction in shape distortion and improvement of skin condition. Treatment consists of a two-phase approach including an intensive and maintenance phase. The maintenance stage of treatment or self-care consists of skin care, exercise and compression garments. Case studies are presented featuring lower limb lymphoedema and upper limb lymphoedema and a patient affected by lipoedema. The case studies demonstrate how JOBST Elvarex custom-fit, flat-knit compression garments with knee and elbow functional zones enhances patient choice, garment suitability and potential for improved quality of life.
Publication
British journal of community nursing
Volume
22
Issue
Sup10
Pages
S58-S67
Date
2017 Oct 1
Journal Abbr
Br J Community Nurs
Language
eng
ISSN
1462-4753 1462-4753
Extra
Place: England
Citation
Elwell, R., Heal, D., & Lister, L. (2017). Impact of JOBST(®) Elvarex(®) knee and elbow functional zones on quality of life. British Journal of Community Nursing, 22(Sup10), S58–S67. www.jobstcompressioninstitute.com. https://doi.org/10.12968/bjcn.2017.22.Sup10.S58
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