Swell Spots began as mini-solutions to the big challenge of lymphedema. News spread, and hand therapists and other professionals now use them to meet a wide range of rehabilitation needs, such as problematic areas of swelling, tissue fibrosis, and contouring over and around boney prominences. Wherever there is a pocket of swelling there are Swell Spots to fit the job.
Swell Spots Facts
•Intended for individual use only.
•High performance fabrics are latex free.
•Cleared for manufacture by the FDA as medical products.
•Machine wash and dry on permanent press setting with mild detergents.
•Made in the USA.
When centered at the groin level and the two ends are positioned to cover the medial thigh, it works wonders on radiation fibrosis and disperses the ending pressure of bandages or leg garments. This design can also be used at the ankle over skin-folds. This design can also be used at the ankle over skin-folds. Position the scoop at the anterioir midline and wrap around the lower leg. Can be tacked into a compression T-Shirt to address trap swelling.
The Academy of Lymphatic Studies is the premier source for Lymphedema Management and Manual Lymph Drainage Certification courses and training among medical professionals and therapists around the world.