Upper Extremity - Stage 1 Lymphedema

Definition: Minimal soft pitting progressing during the day, easily reduced with treatment within 1 week with compliance

Day Compression:

 Compression choice:

Class 0

• (15-20mmHg) circular knit / seamless (standard RTW)
• Indicated for “prophylactic” use

Class 1

• (20-30mmHg) circular knit / seamless (standard RTW)
• Indicated for “heaviness” of limb

Class 1

• (18-21mmHg) flat Knit / seamed (custom MTM)
• Indicated for “loose” skin

Containment choice:

Juzo Soft

• Circular knit / seamless product options: Soft CG (sleeve), Soft AC (gauntlet), Soft ACFS (glove w/finger stubs)
• Indicated for “prophylactic” use

Juzo Dynamic

• Circular knit / seamless product options: Dynamic CG (sleeve)
• Indicated for “heaviness” of limb

Juzo Expert

• Circular knit / seamed product options: Expert CG (sleeve), Expert AC (gauntlet), Expert ACFS (glove w/finger stubs)
• Indicated for a low stretch & high containing garment to break down fibrosis, high BMI & ADL’s

Night Compression:

Not Needed:

No swelling present, day treatment maintains which prevents progression of the disease

Tips:

• The day garment should fit snugly and maintain a decongestive size; if it doesn't, choose a material that contains more.
• Apply compression to one joint below the visible swelling; for example, if the wrist is swelling, use a glove.
• Use a gauntlet for preventive purposes (when swelling does not extend to the wrist).
• Flat knit: choose elbow dart & slant top with silicone border 
• Compression garments can be used for long flights or prolonged periods of standing 
• Watch a video demonstration on how to measure upper extremities.
• Access educational resources via Juzo Academy.
• Compression 101