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Compression unit, sequential

Device Dossier for Compression unit, sequential (Compression unit, sequential, Class IIa, sponsor Medi-Rent). ARTG record, intended purpose, GMDN…

Intended purpose

The Compression Therapy Device is intended to be an easy-to-use portable system, prescribed by a physician, for use in the home or clinical setting to help prevent the onset of DVT in patients by stimulating blood flow in the extremities (stimulating muscle contractions). This device can be used to: • Aid in the prevention of DVT. • Enhance blood circulation. • Diminish post-operative pain and swelling. • Reduce wound healing time. • Aid in the treatment and healing of stasis dermatitis, venous stasis ulcers, arterial and diabetic leg ulcers, chronic venous insufficiency and reduction of edema in the lower limbs. The unit can also be used as an aid in the prophylaxis for DVT by persons expecting to be stationary for long periods of time.

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