Need a custom sized garment?
We accept custom sized garment orders from therapists and providers for brands including CircAid, Juzo, Medi and Sigvaris.
If you require a custom size or simply would be more comfortable in one, you have come to the right place! We can guide you through the whole process from start to finish.
Custom or Standard Garments
Recommendations for a custom garment:
You have a disproportionate limb, which will cause a looser fitting garment. The gap area will not maintain swelling and cause a ballooning effect.
Your limb size does not fall in the standard range.
In certain cases, such as lymphedema or extreme swelling, a higher amount of containment (stiffness) in a flat knit custom garment is required to contain limb swelling.
Flat knit garments have a seam and offer excellent therapeutic results. Only available as custom-made, they can accommodate a variety of shapes and sizes. The fabric is stiffer and certain fabrics have a micro massage weave, which is preferred for areas with severe swelling. Combined with an optimal level of compression, flat knit garments offer the maximum containment in an elastic compression garment. Other features include:
Improved aesthetics - now available in a variety of colors
The density of the knit remains consistent throughout the garment (even at areas of larger circumferences, which is important for managing swelling)
A Stiffer compression garment will better maintain the gap at the skin folds and is less likely to cut into the skin
Durable for extreme wear and use
Not made with natural rubber (Latex free)
What flat-knit material is best for a patient?
Custom flat-knit garments are primarily used during the maintenance phase of the lymphedema treatment process when patients have transitioned from the reduction phase to a stable volume level. When making a garment selection, a clinician must consider the following therapeutic needs of the individual patient:
Level of containment – the more robust or stiff the material, the more containment
Patient activity – some materials and features allow for more freedom of motion during activity
Application needs – making good style selections can influence patient compliance
From the strongest reliable hold to a lighter more discreet option, we have options for both lower and upper extremity needs, for primary and secondary lymphedema up to stage 3, and up to lipedema stage 3.
How to place orders?
We need:
Demographic Sheet with insurance information and type of garment ordering
Progress note with diagnosis of lymphedema and reason supporting why patients require a custom garment. Include manufacturer listed and type of garment you are ordering
Measurement form for garment - see document center
Fax the above items: 800-886-4201.
Please reach out if you need assistance with measurements. The Midwest Compression Document Center offers measuring guides.