Arm Sleeves
Compression sleeves are used by a wide variety of individuals of all ages for improved circulation, reduced swelling, and better quality of life. These products are intended to exert continuous pressure on the arms. Whether they’re implemented by athletes to aid in muscle recovery or breast cancer patients to reduce the risk of breast cancer-related lymphedema, compression sleeves for arms are used frequently for many uses. Compression therapy
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Different Compression Levels of Arm Sleeves Explained
Different types of compression levels are available, depending on the needs of the individual patient. These levels include mild, medium, and heavy compression. Compression is measured in millimeters of mercury (mmHg); the higher the mmHg indication, the more compression pressure is applied.
- Mild compression therapy (15-20 mmHg) is the lightest compression therapy available and is used for occasional swelling or pain.
- Medium compression therapy (20-30 mmHg) offers a bit more pressure to affected areas for enhanced circulation and support.
- Heavy compression therapy (30-40 mmHg) is the highest level of compression available and is often recommended or prescribed by doctors. This type of compression therapy is usually recommended for chronic conditions and in conjunction with other types of therapies.
Compression therapy can be used for several different conditions and patient applications, including breast cancer-related lymphedema (BCRL), which is a common oncological management consequence after a mastectomy procedure. Lymphedema causes anywhere from soft tissue swelling to skin discoloration, hyperkeratosis, dermal thickening, and ulcers.
There are two types of compression garments: graduated and uniform compression. Uniform compression garments maintain the same mmHg throughout the length of the sleeve; graduated compression garments provide a range of pressure. Graduated compression therapy allows venous return, decreases venous pressure, and relieves aches.
Stylish Compression Sleeves
Choose from stylish compression sleeves, soft arm sleeves for comfort, or even silver-infused fabric sleeves for odor control. Compression arm sleeves come with either silicone bands to stay in place or over-the-shoulder straps. See below for a list of arm compression's effects on the body.
Compression Therapy Effects and Patient Applications
Hemodynamic Effects
- Increase venous blood flow
- Decrease venous blood volume
- Reduce pathological reflux in diseased superficial and/or deep veins
- Reduce a pathologically elevated venous pressure
Effects on Tissue
- Reduce an elevated water content of the tissue
- Increase the drainage of waste products
- Reduce inflammation
- Sustain reparative processes
- Improve movement of tendons and joints
Compression Sleeves for Arms at Vitality Medical
Shop many different styles of arm compression sleeves in varying amounts of pressure at Vitality Medical. For more information about arm compression sleeves or for questions about products seen on this website, please contact a product specialist. Help is available seven days a week during business hours via phone or live chat. Email is available 24/7.
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