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Categorising compression garments and accessories for upper-body lymphoedema.
Brandy McKeown1, Suzie Ehmann2, Sandi Davis3
1International Lymphedema and Wound Training Institute and the Lymphedema Center, USA.
Journal of Wound Care
|November 11, 2025
Summary
Compression therapy for lymphoedema management involves various garment types and accessories. Understanding these categories, like circular-knit and flat-knit garments, is key for selecting optimal treatments using the STRIDE algorithm.
Area of Science:
- Lymphedema Management
- Medical Textiles
- Rehabilitation Engineering
Background:
- Compression therapy is essential for managing upper limb, breast, and trunk lymphedema.
- A variety of garment types and accessories are available for compression therapy.
- Effective selection of compression therapy is crucial for optimizing patient outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline the seven categories of compression garments and two accessory types.
- To provide a foundation for using the STRIDE algorithm for compression selection.
- To discuss textile properties that differentiate garment categories.
Main Methods:
- Categorization of compression garments into seven types: circular-knit, stiffer circular-knit, flat-knit, adjustable wraps, decongestive wraps, night-time, and trunk garments.
- Identification of two compression accessories: focal pads and donning/doffing aides.
- Discussion of textile properties including pressure, stiffness, and containment for garment differentiation.
Main Results:
- Seven distinct categories of compression garments were identified.
- Two categories of compression accessories were defined.
- Textile properties like pressure, stiffness, and containment serve as key differentiators between garment types.
Conclusions:
- A clear understanding of garment categories and their properties is fundamental for effective lymphedema compression therapy.
- The STRIDE algorithm utilizes this categorization to guide healthcare providers in selecting appropriate compression solutions.
- This framework aids in optimizing compression therapy and improving patient outcomes for lymphedema.
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