Patient Guide to Chronic Venous Insufficiency
CVI patients with swelling often wait too long to get help, increasing their risk of worsening complications. This patient guide highlights the importance of both venous and lymphatic treatment early in the care continuum.
- The venous and lymphatic systems are closely related and impact each other.
- In addition to vein treatment, lymphatic therapy is needed to halt the progression of chronic swelling and its complications.
- Advanced pneumatic compression therapy is effective for at-home LE treatment.