Acute Lymphoedema decongestion and maintenance for the head and/or neck
The circaid® Reduction Kit for the Head and Neck is an inelastic garment that utilises low-stretch Breathe-O-Prene® material secured with hook and loop enclosures to deliver appropriate compression and provide necessary containment. The garment is custom trimmed to fit by a trained Certified Lymphoedema Therapist to address each patient's fit and treatment needs.
The development of Lymphoedema in the head and neck is common after undergoing surgery or radiation treatment. The indications of Lymphoedema may occur weeks after a procedure or can trigger years after the initial treatment. Early symptoms include:
- Tightness in the face, head or neck
- Difficulties with breathing, eating or swallowing
- Reduced range of motion in head and neck
- Swelling and/ or discomfort in the face, head or neck
The treatment of Lymphoedema in the head and neck can depend on the stage or severity level of the patient's condition.
Creating long-term solutions and patient independence in the treatment of Lymphoedema
The Circaid® Reduction Kit for the Head and Neck is designed for patients in all stages, including decongestion, transition, and maintenance.
- Easy application
- Comfort wearing
- Effective edema control
- Easy to fit; trim as needed to fit patient dimensions.
- Made from circaid Breath-o-prene® for comfortable containment.
- Easy patient application.
- Comfortable for day and nighttime wear.
- Brrr® fabric keeps the patient cool and comfortable.
Head and/or neck:
- Oedema
- Lymphoedema
- Post-surgical oedema
Decongestion, transition, and maintenance treatment of Lymphoedema
- Severe Peripheral Arterial Disease
- Uncontrolled Congestive Heart Failure
- Septic Phlebitis
- Phlegmasia Cerulea Dolens
- Untreated Infection
- Any circumstance where increased venous and lymphatic return is undesirable
