Compression therapy in preventing deep vein thrombosis of lower extremities
10.3760/cma.j.issn.1671-7368.2020.02.014
- VernacularTitle: 压力治疗在预防下肢深静脉血栓中的作用研究进展
- Author:
Yi SUN
1
;
Biao YUAN
;
Chunmin LI
Author Information
1. Department of Vascular Surgery, Beijing Chaoyang Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing 100020, China
- Publication Type:Review
- Keywords:
Venous thrombosis;
Physical therapy modalities;
Compression therapy;
Stockings, compression
- From:
Chinese Journal of General Practitioners
2020;19(2):145-149
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
Drug prophylaxis is commonly used for prevention of deep vein thrombosis (DVT), but it has deficiencies such as causing thrombocytopenia and weakening coagulation function. Compression therapy is a safe and economical physiotherapy method, which can effectively prevent the occurrence of DVT with less adverse reactions. This article reviews the clinical application and efficacy of four pressure treatment methods: graduated compression stockings, intermittent pneumatic compression, venous foot pumps and continuous enhanced circulation therapy.
