“Understand what compression pump features are required for various medical conditions and applications”
Course Content
Sequential Intermittent Pneumatic Compression (SIPC) can be utilised safely to treat complicated mixed aetiology where arterial, venous and lymphatic pathologies may also be present. It can be confusing to decide which device and garments to use when.
This session will provide guidance on the decision-making process for compression pump selection in relation to certain clinical presentations. Compression pump use for sports, lymphoedema; lipoedema; vascular insufficiency; and arterial insufficiency will be covered.
This is an advanced session, please review the introductory session prior to viewing if you are unfamiliar with the use of compression pumps.
Learning Outcomes
In this session, you will:
- Learn about differences between compression pumps in the Medi-Rent fleet
- Understand what compression pump features are required for various medical conditions and applications
- Learn about SIPC prescription
- Learn about effective treatment protocols for various conditions
Physiotherapist and Lymphoedema Therapist
Jen Sanderson is a Physiotherapist and Lymphoedema therapist and is near completion of her PhD using ultrasound to assess lymphoedema tissue composition. Jen has clinical experience in both public health and private practice and currently runs her own Physiotherapy business in Brisbane…Read More>>