A mid-May query from a newly diagnosed 34-year-old ignited debate on when to introduce intermittent pneumatic compression (IPC). Certified Lymphedema Therapists argued that Stage I cases often normalize with meticulous multilayer bandaging, exercise, and class II garments; adding a home pump too soon can mask poor wrap technique. Conversely, several vascular surgeons cited the 2024 LymphFlow trial, noting a 15 % absolute risk reduction in progression when nightly IPC was started early and titrated below 40 mm Hg. Practical tips surfaced—seek insurance authorization only after documenting skin changes, and pair low-pressure cycles with calf-muscle activation to avoid proximal congestion.
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