DEVICE: NormaTec (00810050281928)

A system used for the noninvasive treatment and prevention of venous disorders and sequelae such as oedema, deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE). It functions by applying sequential pressure to a patient's legs to promote venous blood flow. It consists of a compression pump, control/timing mechanism, tubing and has pneumatic stockings, sleeves, or a suit with several chambers that inflate and deflate sequentially in a pattern beginning at the foot or ankle and continuing to chambers around the calf and thigh. In some systems, each chamber reaches the same pressure but at different times, while others apply greater pressure distally which gradually diminishes higher up.

An inflatable device in the form of a stocking, sleeve, or suit that is applied to the limbs externally to promote venous blood flow. As part of a compression system, the device applies pressure to the extremities through the sequential inflation of several chambers. The resulting increased venous blood flow may help to treat/prevent oedema, deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE) in non-ambulatory patients or patients at risk. This is a reusable device.