Electronic device for pneumomassage to reduce lymphedema

Details Electronic device for pneumomassage to reduce lymphedema Electronic device for pneumomassage to reduce lymphedema

1980-10-09

1983-02-22

Pinkham, Richard C.

Surgery

Truss

Perineal

A61H 700

Patent

active

043745180

ABSTRACT:
The invention relates to a device for pneumomassage of a limb of a patient. The device is provided with an outer boot having a series of compartments which conform to the contour of a human foot and leg, the foot part of the boot having a rigid sole, and an inner boot having a single compartment. A compressor is provided for successively inflating and deflating the inner and outer boots in a rythmic, preselected cycle. A timer is provided for maintaining the pressure in the boots for an indefinite period of time and for raising the pressure at any time during the cycle.

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