READY TO WEAR NIGHTTIME COMPRESSION GARMENTS FOR UPPER EXTREMITY

Normal elastic compression garments, while great for daytime wear, are not appropriate for sleep because they apply too much compression. This tight fit can cause harmful skin constrictions. While bandaging can be an option, it is time-consuming and can leave you feeling frustrated if they are not applied properly. Not to mention, they are not exactly breathable, lightweight or flexible for sleep.

One of the most comfortable and effective ways to manage your lymphedema at night is with a quality compression foam sleeve. Compression garments with foam chips are nighttime garments that provide a gentle lymphatic massage. The foam pressed into the affected area creates tissue stretch and pressure differentials. A nighttime sleeve provides a gentler compression level in comparison to daytime garments, while also continuing to squeeze lymph out of affected tissues. This allows for more comfortable relaxation and prevents the limbs from swelling and reaccumulating fluid throughout your sleep. It is meant for patients who experience gradual “refilling” of affected areas during sleeping hours.