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CHAP TE R 8
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Head and Neck Garment
Application
Complete the following steps prior to starting treatment.
1. Make sure you are using the recommended garments and
accessories to complete your treatment.
2. Choose a treatment time with limited interruptions to avoid
pausing treatment. The treatment session typically lasts
12–32 minutes.
3. Determine the type of garment you have:
Flexitouch Plus with ComfortEase Vest Garment (see Section 8.1)
Flexitouch Plus with ComfortEase Head Garment
(see Section 8.2)
Flexitouch Plus Vest Garment (see Section 8.3)
Flexitouch Plus Head Garment (see Section 8.4)
Refer to the label to determine which garment you have.
CAUTION
To avoid skin irritation that may result from contact with the nylon material,
wear lightweight, loose-fitting (non-elastic) cotton clothing (example: scrubs,
stockinette); for head and neck garments, use a face mask or balaclava. If skin
irritation develops, consult with your healthcare provider. It is recommended
that you wear an undergarment to avoid potentially pinching skin with zipper.
Lymph fluid is moved through the vessels in the skin. It is important to avoid
wearing anything during treatment that may hamper the lymph flow. These
items include:
Belts
Jewelry
Restrictive clothing, such as: elastic-banded underwear, compression
bandaging, elastic-banded socks, compression garments or bra.
CAUTION
The Flexitouch Plus garments should not be placed in direct contact with an
open wound. It is recommended that wounds be properly dressed before the
garment is applied. Contact your healthcare provider if you have any questions.
Consult your healthcare provider before using Flexitouch Plus garments
that cover the chest (arm-shoulder garment, and vest for head and neck
garment) if you have a tissue expander.
Take care to avoid overheating when donning or doffing garments.
Flexitouch Plus garments are designed to allow use by patients with
tracheotomy tubes. Take care when donning or doffing garments to avoid
disturbing tracheotomy tubes.
Remove any hearing aids and/or eyeglasses before donning head and neck
garments.
8.1
Applying Your Flexitouch Plus with ComfortEase
Vest Garment
These instructions apply to the vest garment pictured in Figure 8.1.a.
Figure 8.1.a.
FLEXITOUCH PLUS with ComfortEase
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