Why the Limb Should Be Reduced Before Ordering Custom Garments
A custom compression garment is designed to hold a reduced limb in place, not to reduce it. If the patient is measured while the limb is still swollen, the garment is built for a limb that won't exist a few weeks later. That's why we ask therapists to measure at the end of the reduction phase, once limb volume has stopped going down.
Measuring Tips for Custom Flat-Knit Garments
A custom flat-knit garment is only as good as its measurements. Small errors can mean a garment that rolls, cuts in or doesn't control swelling. These tips help get it right the first time.
Documentation for Custom Compression Garments
Custom garments cost more than ready-to-wear, so insurance plans look closely at the paperwork. Clear, complete documentation is the fastest way to get a custom garment approved and into the patient's hands.