Non-Systems: Therapeutic Modalities: Intermittent Mechanical Compression: Precautions Flashcards

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Precautions

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  • Impaired sensation
  • Malignancy
  • Hypertension
  • Recent skin graft
  • Infection
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Precautions: Red Flag Contraindications

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  • Acute inflammation
  • Trauma or fracture
  • Acute DVT
  • Thrombophlebitis
  • Obstructed lymph or venous return
  • Arterial disease
  • Arterial revascularization
  • Acute pulmonary Edema
  • Cardiac or renal impairment
  • Impaired cognition
  • Infection
  • hypoproteinemia
  • Very old or young patients
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