Compression Garment Fitting

Are you looking to get fitted with a compression garment and need to know what you should expect? As you might already know, compression garments are critical in restoring proper blood flow to your body parts. In addition, with correct garment fitting, you get to reduce your muscle fatigue, prevent excessive straining, lower the risk of sore muscles, improve on exertion and promote better oxygen flow in the muscles.

If you are going for a first-time, you will need an ADP Registered Compression Garment Fitter. In addition, if it is not your first time, then you have a clear understanding of how important it is to get your garment fitting right.

Essentially, it is advisable to ensure that the fitting expert is registered with the appropriate bodies and specializes in areas such as Lipoedema or Lymphoedema. You should ensure that the person fitting you is up to date with new technology and observes the best practices when fitting patients with custom compression garments.

Typically, you can buy a compression garment from a store or a compression garments shop. However, if you are going for a customized fitting, the wrong size or compression can make the whole fitting feel uncomfortable.

Before going for a Compression Garment Fitting, it is essential to talk to your doctor about the right compression garment for you. This is critical since it gives you an idea of the type of compression garment you want and the grade you should get fitted with.

Normally, there are three compression grades:

You have probably come across the phrase ‘medical-grade compression garments.’ Essentially, medical-grade garments offer the highest level of compression available – 40 to 50 mmHg. However, you can only get these garments through medical prescription and rehabilitation operations. In most cases, the garments are used for post-surgery operations to promote a better flow of blood and prevent blood pooling.

Compression garments or devices come in the following broad categories.

Before you can get fitted, the fitting specialist will need to evaluate the nature of the garment you require. Essentially, they will diagnose your problem and then fit you depending on your condition. Some of the most common conditions that you can get fitted for include:

• Primary and Secondary Lymphoedema
• Venous problems
• Long periods of no mobility
• Oedema and Lipoedema

In addition, the specialist will need to know about your medical history, the sizes of your limbs, and any skin condition that you might be suffering from.

Compression Garment Fitting requires an experienced specialist. Essentially, you would want the fitting done right to relieve you of your pain and give you comfort