Compression therapy is the application of external pressure to the limb to reduce venous pressure within the limb.

It reduces the lymph fluid (edema) and brings the limb to a dry state using ongoing maintenance with compression treatments and compression garments.

• To prevent a decrease in blood flow velocity
• To restore blood flow velocity to normal
• To reduce or prevent edema
• It is of utmost importance that compression be graduated
• Strongest compression at the ankle and decreasing in the proximal direction